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Women Xpanding Limits

A Wellness Festival For Women Redefining What's Possible - In All Areas of Life

October 24th-25th, 2025 | Columbus, Ohio

THE PREMIERE WOMEN'S FITNESS & WELLNESS FESTIVAL

One day. All Women. All Ages. All Levels.

Fitness in Community

You can join us for our open community workout, HYROX PFT, women's lifting event OR become a HYBRID athlete.

Expert Wellness Panel

Join us for an exclusive panel of powerhouse women — experts in hormone health, mindset, and growth— as they dive into what it takes to break boundaries.

Sauna & Cold Plunge

There's no XYL party without a sauna and cold plunge. Join us at our sauna and cold plunge village while meeting amazing new friends along the way.

Vendor Village

This will be a day of celebration and excitement. Check out our vendor village with food trucks and special vendors that will make that day special.

And even a few more surprises below.....

GET YOUR TICKET

EVENT TICKET INCLUDING COMMUNITY WORKOUT

8am-8:45am workout, full day access until 5p

This full-access spectator ticket lets you experience the energy of Women Xpanding Limits without competing.

Start the day with a bodyweight community workout led by XYL founder Kelsey Lensman—open to all ages and fitness levels. Cheer on athletes, learn from top experts in wellness, mindset, and faith during our interactive panel, and enjoy Brekkie Shack breakfast, post-event BBQ, and community connection all day long. Kids under 12 get in free.

Ticket includes
-Opening ceremony with expert mindset coach
-Open community workout

-Spectator access for the entire event with all activations
-Breakfast by Brekkie Shack if doing the workout
-Access to expert panel
-Access to post-event BBQ and live music

HYROX PFT

9am (waves starting every 15 minutes)

The HYROX Physical Fitness Test (PFT) is a high-energy, functional fitness challenge designed to test your speed, strength, and endurance — and give you a taste of what the full HYROX experience feels like.

The PFT consists of: 1,000m Run, 50 Burpee Broad Jumps, 100 Stationary Lunges, 1,000m Row, 30 Hand-Release Push-Ups, 100 Wall Balls

Each movement is scalable, and your performance will be timed to give you an official HYROX PFT score.

Ticket includes
-Opening ceremony with expert mindset coach
-Hyrox PFT
-Athlete bag with goodies
-Breakfast by Brekkie Shack if doing the workout
-Spectator access for the entire event with all activations
-Access to expert panel
-Access to post-event BBQ and live music

PUSH-PULL: EXPERIENCE LEVEL DIVISIONS

10:30am-2:30p

This meet is non-sanctioned and open to ALL levels. Lifters will compete in bench and deadlift in a powerlifting meet-style manner. Each lifter will have 3 attempts at both lifts to reach their maximum lift on each movement..This division does do not include weigh-in's like traditional powerlifting meets.
Divisions are based on honest self-selection of lifter's experience level.

DIVISIONS

-Mighty & Mini: <14 years of age & any experience level (must have guardian present)

-Beginner but Badass: 0-1 years lifting

Intermediate & Incredible: 1-3 years lifting

-Basically a Pro: 3+ years lifting

Ticket includes
-Opening ceremony with expert mindset coach
-Push-pull event
-Athlete bag with goodies
-Lunch provided by CleanEatz
-Spectator access for the entire event with all activations
-Access to expert panel
-Access to post-event BBQ and live music

PUSH-PULL SHOWCASE: WEIGHT-CLASSES

10:30am-2:30p

Lifters will compete in bench and deadlift in a powerlifting meet-style manner. Each lifter will have 3 attempts at both lifts to reach their maximum lift on each movement. This division does include weigh-ins and your divisions will be based on weight. You will weigh in either Friday night during check-ins or Saturday morning.

DIVISIONS

-<140lbs

-140-165lbs

-165-190lb

-190lb+

Ticket includes
-Opening ceremony with expert mindset coach
-Push-pull event
-Athlete bag with goodies
-Lunch provided by CleanEatz
-Spectator access for the entire event with all activations
-Access to expert panel
-Access to post-event BBQ and live music

PUSH-PULL: ADAPTIVE DIVISION

IN PARTNERSHIP WTIH THE RESILIENCE MOVEMENT FITNESS AND ADAPTIVE TRAINING
10:30am-2:30p

Our Adaptive Division gives athletes the chance to compete in bench and deadlift in a true powerlifting meet-style format. Each lifter will have 3 attempts per lift to hit their maximum. The division is capped at 10 athletes, and every lifter will have a personal call with Cassidy Tennille from The Resilience Movement to ensure safety and success. Click "Sign Up to Compete" button for more details regarding this division.


DIVISIONS

-Vision Impaired

-Hearing Impaired

-Lower Extremity Impaired

Ticket includes
-Opening ceremony with expert mindset coach
-Push-pull event
-Athlete bag with goodies
-Lunch provided by CleanEatz
-Spectator access for the entire event with all activations
-Access to expert panel
-Access to post-event BBQ and live music

HYBRID ATHLETE

9a for HYROX, 10:30a-2:30p for Lifting

Lifters will compete in both HYROX PFT and bench and deadlift in a powerlifting meet-style manner. Your score will be calculated by combining both scores.

-Hybrid Athlete


Ticket includes
-Opening ceremony with expert mindset coach
-Push-pull event
-Athlete bag with goodies
-Breakfast by Brekkie Shack
-Lunch provided by CleanEatz
-Spectator access for the entire event with all activations
-Access to expert panel
-Access to post-event BBQ and live music

PRE-SALE SPECTATOR TICKET: SPECTATOR ONLY

Watch your athlete compete at the event

Grab a spectator ticket to Women Xpanding Limits and gain access to watch women break limits—cheer on athletes during our lifting and hybrid events. This will not give you access to the expert panel or additional activations, if you want full access - go to full ticket access above.

Ticket includes spectating the push-pull, hyrox pot and award ceremony. This will also have access to purchase from food trucks available that day.

For the One Campaign

Partnering with

At Xpand Your Limits, we believe in the power of showing up for the one—the one woman who feels lost, the one girl who has been overlooked, the one survivor who needs to know she is seen, valued, and worthy of freedom and healing. Our mission has always been to empower women to step beyond their comfort zones and discover their strength.

With the For the One Campaign, we’re taking that mission outside the gym walls and into our community by standing with survivors of human trafficking through our partnership with HerSong Columbus. HerSong provides long-term residential survivor care, victim outreach, and personalized care coordination that helps women move from a survival-based existence to purposeful, self-sufficient living.

To learn more about HerSong Columbus, visit www.hersong.org

Our Campaign Goals

1. Clear Out Their Amazon Wishlist

Meeting practical, daily needs that show each woman she is not forgotten.

2. Fund a Treadmill for Their Center

Giving survivors a tool to move, heal, and find strength in their bodies again.

**Click dropdown menu of Xpand Your Limits

3. Sponsor 5 Girls for One Week of Program Support

Providing five women with safety, care, and a chance to begin their healing journey. Total of $5,000.

**Click dropdown menu of Xpand Your Limits

Inspired by Luke 15:4–7, we believe every lost one is worth pursuing, loving, and restoring.

WOMEN JUST LIKE YOU

3-72

Years old of women at our events. All ages. All levels.

845+

Personal records smashed at events

41%

0-1 Years of lifting experience (yes, women just beginning to strength train!)

You will be changed. JUMP all in! Even if you do not think you are ready. Go for it. You are ready and will be welcomed with open arms.

-Natalie

I would tell them that going out of your comfort zone will bring them a newfound confidence in themselves, that putting yourself in positions that are uncomfortable at first is where you grow! And if you want to feel that you’ll find it at an XYL event!

-Brie

The XYL Meet was life changing. When you do hard things and prove to yourself YOU Can Do Hard Things your confidence grows by leaps and bounds AND you inspire those around you without event knowing. SIGN UP. Best. Decision. Ever!

-Jane

OUR MOST EPIC EVENT YET

ENERGY. FUN. COMMUNITY.

COLUMBUS, OHIO

October 25th, 2025

EXPERT PANEL SPEAKERS & FEATURED GUESTS

Learn from the best of the best — women breaking boundaries in mindset, health, performance, and purpose.

ANNOUNCEMENT COMING SOON

As we announce the our featured guests and speakers, we will include their bio and information to learn more about them. Get excited -- this will embody mental, physical, emotional, career + spiritual growth.

ANNOUNCEMENT COMING SOON

As we announce the our featured guests and speakers, we will include their bio and information to learn more about them. Get excited -- this will embody mental, physical, emotional, career + spiritual growth.

ANNOUNCEMENT COMING SOON

As we announce the our featured guests and speakers, we will include their bio and information to learn more about them. Get excited -- this will embody mental, physical, emotional, career + spiritual growth.

ANNOUNCEMENT COMING SOON

As we announce the our featured guests and speakers, we will include their bio and information to learn more about them. Get excited -- this will embody mental, physical, emotional, career + spiritual growth.

We are pumped to hear about women's lives being transformed.

What our community is saying

You need to join this amazing event! The vibe, the support and encouragement you receive at XYL events is unbelievable and everyone needs to experience this at least once. But trust me you will keep going back because it’s incredible event and experience that you will never forget! You will feel strong, confident, inspired , motivated and unstoppable so sign up now.

-Becky M

You will be changed. JUMP all in! Even if you do not think you are ready. Go for it. You are ready and will be welcomed with open arms.

-Natalie

Do it! Don’t let any fear or hesitation hold you back! Women are so much stronger than we give ourselves credit for! Prove to yourself what you can do!!! And by the end, you’ll want to know when you can sign up for your next!

-Kristin

I will be honest.....the highlight of 2025 for me has been participating in your XYL Columbus Lifting Event in May. You offer so much and with so much excitement and support for everyone that you draw everyone in to make a bigger life. It is a gift.

-Natlie

OUR WEEKEND LINEUP IS HERE!

AND WE PROMISED MORE...

One unforgettable day.

Opening Ceremony

Join us for the Opening Ceremony, featuring a live mindset coaching experience designed to help you reset your thoughts, rebuild your beliefs. This aligns your mind with the mission — so you’re not just showing up physically, but mentally ready to break your own boundaries.

Meet Special Guests

From pro athletes to women leading powerful movements — you’ll have the chance to meet, chat, and connect with our featured guests throughout the event and at the post-event BBQ. It’s real, face-to-face access to women walking boldly in their purpose — here to share, listen, and inspire.

Live Music

We’re bringing in a special guest (announcement coming soon 👀) to keep the vibes high during our post-event BBQ. It’s the perfect way to wind down, connect, and celebrate an unforgettable day with the XYL community.

Post-Event Call

Growth doesn’t stop at the finish line. Mark your calendar for our 1-week post event growth call where we’ll walk with you through next steps — mentally, physically, and spiritually. Whether you’re ready to set a new goal, or stay plugged into this community, this call is your launchpad to keep leveling up beyond the event.

THE XYL EXPERIENCE

01.

Register 

Register for an event that excites you and challenges you outside of your comfort zone - workout, lifting, etc.!

02.

Train

Get ready to crush it and join our training app that has programs specifically designed to help you train for the event.

03.

Go Crush!

Show up, be in our amazing community and show off what you've been working for.

A VIDEO IS WORTH A THOUSAND WORDS

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We are so grateful to those that partner with us to make these events happen.

MEET OUR PARTNERS

WellNest Therapy

LMNT

PattyWhacks

Peace Love & Little Donuts

BECOME A PARTNER

When you partner with Xpand Your Limits, you have an ability to be on-site that day and get your brand out recognized with our community. Simply fill out the form and we will reach out within 48 hours.

JOIN US AS A VOLUNTEER ON THE SPECIAL DAY

We could not do this without all the special volunteers. Please fill out the form below, so we can get your t-shirt sizes and have you at the best spot on event day

Frequently Asked Questions

Is this for experienced lifters and athletes only?

Nope! We've had women weight lifting and moving for two months all the way to highly season athletes. The ages of our athletes have also ranged from 7 years old to 72 years old. This is a great place for novice lifters or beginners to challenge themselves physically on what they're capable of in an amazing environment.

What if I'm not strong enough?

That is the #1 hesitation that holds women back. We automatically disqualify ourselves because we don't feel like we are "ready yet." If you can lift the bar, you're ready for one of our lifting events. If you can walk the distance, you're ready for one of our endurance events. For the events that do need a certain level of fitness to be there, it will be specified in the specific event info. There will be women of all strength and fitness levels at the event ranging from the bar to 400lbs+. That's what makes our days special - it's all women, all levels and always for a cause.

Can spectators (and guys) come?

You betcha! We do have all-women athletes, however, we have many husbands, sons, and male friends come support their favorite female athlete! It's a special day for both parties. Spectators are more than welcome to join and you can purchase pre-sale tickets on the website.

What if I fail?

That's progress! It's okay to fail a lit and happens all the time. We tell our athletes that if you push hard enough, you should fail. That allows you to set a goal for the next time. We also have amazing spotters and volunteers to keep you safe while you seek the edge.

I have a specific question, who do I ask?

We love to help our athletes as best as we can. You can first, join our Athlete Facebook Group HERE where we are actively answering questions, posting tips, and where our events will drop first. You can also email Kelsey at [email protected] to ask a specific question.

MEET THE FOUNDER

HI, I'M KELSEY!

ATHLETE | SPEAKER | ENTREPRENEUR

For the longest time I believed my own self-limitations. I never thought I could step on a bodybuilding stage, have unshakeable self-confidence, create a national cross-country campaign or physically do the crazy challenges I have done. It wasn’t until I started to challenge my own self-perceived limitations through events that I became the woman I am today. For me, it all started with my fitness. That’s why I’m incredibly passionate about helping others Xpand Their Limits and show themselves their true capability.​

I graduated from The Ohio State University with a degree in Sports Medicine. My original plans were to attend graduate school for Physical Therapy. However, during my senior year, I felt a pull on my heart telling me I had a different mission. After a life changing year of training to step onto a bodybuilding stage, it led me to understand each of us are capable of so much more than we could ever imagine.

We only need to challenge ourselves outside of our comfort zones and go for it. I realized that true transformation comes from multiple areas: nutrition, training, mindset and community. Since then I have exceeded my own self-limitations and have become a:​

-​5x Bodybuilding Competitor

-4x Powerlifting Competitor

-Powerbuilding Competitor

-Half-Marathon

-Spartan

-Many other Races

Let's challenge women to rise up and xpand their limits together.

JOIN US

OTHER QUESTIONS? MESSAGE US HERE!