The Fitness division might be the most demanding category in bodybuilding, requiring elite conditioning, strength, and a high-level performance routine all at once. 

Heading into the 2026 Ms. Olympia, here's a look at the six athletes best positioned to contend for the title, as per an Instagram post by Olympia Stats.

1. Michelle Fredua-Mensah 

The reigning champion sits firmly at the top. Michelle, representing the UK and Ghana, claimed her first Ms. Fitness Olympia title in 2025 and followed it up with a win at the 2026 Arnold Classic UK.

Her routines lean on a gymnastics background, delivering the kind of powerful, clean execution that judges consistently reward. Paired with excellent conditioning and strong stage presence, she's established herself as the clear frontrunner defending her crown this year.

2. Jaclyn Baker

As per an Instagram post by Olympia Stats, Baker remains the athlete most likely to challenge Michelle for the top spot. She finished second at the 2025 Olympia, adding to a resume already stacked with multiple runner-up finishes over the years, and also captured the 2025 Fitness International title at the Arnold Classic.

Nearly a decade of high-level experience has made her one of the division's most polished and consistent competitors, and she enters 2026 as the closest thing to a true rival at the top.

3. Taylor Learmont

The Canadian standout finished third at the 2025 Olympia and has continued building on that momentum. Her athleticism and skill level during the performance round have drawn consistent praise, helping her steadily climb the rankings.

Learmont's ability to combine strong routine scoring with an improving physique keeps her firmly in podium contention heading into this year's show.

4. Anna Fomina

Fomina made an immediate impact in her Olympia debut, finishing fifth in 2025. Since then, she's kept the momentum rolling, picking up pro wins and strong placements through early 2026, including a second-place finish at the Arnold Classic UK.

Her strength skills and rapidly developing physique have made her one of the division's most talked-about rising competitors, with real potential to break into the top three if her progress continues.

5. Allison Kramer

Kramer, a veteran of the division with a cheerleading background, finished sixth at the 2025 Olympia and has racked up multiple pro wins across 2024 and 2025. Known for entertaining, well-executed routines, she's steadily sharpened her physique presentation over recent seasons.

Her consistency has made her a reliable top-six presence, with room to climb further if her conditioning and routine execution line up on the right day.

6. Andrea Glass 

Rounding out the group is Andrea Glass, who finished ninth at the 2025 Olympia while continuing to rack up pro victories. Balancing competition with life as a busy mother and coach, Glass has built a reputation for strong work ethic and thoughtfully constructed routines.

She continues refining both her physique and her performance elements, making her a genuine threat capable of climbing the standings if everything comes together on stage.

Together, these six athletes represent the strongest field the Fitness division has assembled in years, with the battle at the top, particularly between Michelle, Baker, and Learmont, shaping up as one of the tightest of the 2026 season.

Who do you think wins the Ms. Fitness Olympia title this year? 

Written by

Zaid Quraishi