Pat Vellner looks back on his CrossFit Games career

Pat Vellner is one of the most consistent CrossFit Games athletes of all time. The Canadian spent years at the top of the individual standings and was considered one of the main rivals of Mat Fraser during his dominant era.

Now Vellner appears to be stepping away from individual competition for good. He looks back on a career filled with top performances and shares his thoughts on what the sport has given him.

Saying goodbye is notoriously difficult for CrossFit athletes. Many return through tournaments such as Wodapalooza, or move to the masters division to keep competing for years to come.

Whether Vellner will feel that same temptation remains to be seen. For now, however, he appears ready for a new chapter away from the competition floor.