Weightlifting and CrossFit Champion
Sheli McCoy is a powerhouse athlete and media personality, celebrated for her strength, versatility, and dynamic presence both on and off the competition floor. A five-time competitor at the British Weightlifting Championships and an international CrossFit contender, Sheli is widely regarded as one of the UK’s most formidable and inspiring fitness figures.
In 2023, Sheli was introduced to millions as the fearsome ‘Sabre’ on BBC One’s reboot of Gladiators, showcasing her athletic prowess and screen charisma. Her growing list of TV credits includes The One Show, Celebrity Weakest Link(Winner), Celebrity Bridge of Lies, BBC Scotland’s Hogmanay, Breaking the Year, Comic Relief, Epic Planks, House of Games, Blue Peter, CBBC Mash Up, BBC Eurovision, and Vernon Kay’s Radio 2 Show.
Beyond the screen, Sheli has begun a monthly column on health and well-being, sharing practical insights and inspiration with her audience. She has also collaborated with Scottish Rugby, creating fitness and wellness content that bridges elite sport and everyday health.
With a combined social media following of over 300,000, Sheli uses her platform to promote fitness, confidence, and holistic wellness. Her presence is regularly seen at major events such as the Great North Run, Truckfest, Rugby Federation, Sport Scotland, and the Pride of Scotland Awards.
Empowering, influential, and unapologetically strong, Sheli McCoy continues to redefine what it means to be a modern athlete and role model.
