Introduction
From collegiate All-American honors to competing on Beast Games Season 2, Sarah Mizel is no stranger to pressure, performance, and perseverance. With a background rooted in elite athletics and a career built around creative storytelling and brand strategy, Sarah brings intention and grit into everything she does. Whether she’s coaching, competing, or navigating life’s next challenge, her mindset is clear: welcome the hard things — they’re usually the most rewarding.
Quick Facts
Name: Sarah Mizel
Profession: Social media & marketing business owner, Acrobatics & Tumbling coach, parkour competitor
Education: Degree in Public Relations & Communications
College Sport: Acrobatics & Tumbling (Azusa Pacific University)
TV Show: Beast Games
Season: 2
Team: Strong Team
Player Number: 198
Career & Background
Q: What do you do for a living?
A: My husband and I run a social media and marketing business, partnering with brands of all sizes. He focuses on content creation, while I handle brand outreach, communications, and day-to-day public relations. It’s incredibly rewarding to work together and channel our shared passion for creative storytelling. I also coach Acrobatics & Tumbling and compete in parkour competitions.
Q: How long have you been doing that, and do you have any certifications or degrees?
A: I competed in collegiate Acrobatics & Tumbling, earning multiple honors including All-American induction and being named an NCAA Woman of the Year Honoree (Top 30). I graduated with a degree in Public Relations and Communications.
Athletic Accomplishments
Q: What are your favorite sports accomplishments? And where did you accomplish them?
A: My highest achievement was being named an NCAA Woman of the Year Honoree (Top 30) in 2025. It was an incredible honor to stand alongside 29 other decorated women athletes.
I competed for Azusa Pacific University in Acrobatics & Tumbling, where I was an All-American Athlete and a two-time All-Academic Athlete in the NCATA. My most meaningful award, though, was the Colleen Kausrud Leadership Award, which recognizes servant leadership and putting others first.
Outside of college, I’ve begun competing in parkour alongside my husband. In my very first competition — coincidentally the largest in the U.S. — I placed second.
Fitness & Mindset
Q: How important is fitness to you?
A: Fitness and athletics are a huge part of my life and what defines me. I grew up competing in gymnastics and later competed in Acrobatics & Tumbling at Azusa Pacific University. Working out is part of my everyday routine. I always say to welcome a challenge — the best things are the hardest. That mindset comes directly from athletics.
Q: What is the best advice for people trying to get into fitness?
A: The hardest part is starting. Don’t worry about what other people think or what your skill level is. Your health comes first.
Beast Games Experience
Q: What season of Beast Games did you compete on?
A: Season 2.
Q: What team were you on?
A: Strong Team.
Q: What number were you on Beast Games Season 2?
A: 198.
Q: What made you apply to Beast Games Season 2?
A: My husband encouraged me to apply since he was applying as well. We thought it would be a wild adventure and story. While I was bummed we didn’t get to do it together, it ended up being an incredible experience.
Q: What was your reaction when you were selected?
A: I was shocked and extremely excited. My mind immediately went into training mode, and I used the opportunity to push myself even harder in the gym.
Q: What was the toughest part of being on Beast Games?
A: The waiting periods. Being on these massive sets was incredible, but the behind-the-scenes challenges were tough — isolation before filming, no outside communication, and adjusting to filming overnight from midnight to 8 a.m. It required a lot of mental flexibility.
Q: How did your sports background help you on the show?
A: My athletic background helped far beyond physical ability. The biggest advantage was mindset — grit, determination, and composure. Competing in front of large crowds throughout college taught me how to channel nerves into excitement rather than letting pressure take over.
Advice & Future Goals
Q: What advice would you give to people applying to future Beast Games seasons?
A: Put yourself out there and fully own what makes you unique. Casting looks for people who are authentic and relatable. Keep answers lighthearted and be yourself.
Q: What three words describe your personality?
A: Outgoing, spontaneous, and caring. I welcome challenges, love connecting with people, and naturally put others before myself.
Q: What other competition shows would you want to compete on?
A: The Amazing Race or Survivor — classics for a reason.
Q: What is your ultimate fitness or career goal?
A: I achieved my long-time goal of competing in college athletics. Now, I want to continue exploring new sports and challenges. I recently tried out for the U.S. Women’s Rugby 7s Olympic Team, which opened my eyes to parkour, running, and calisthenics as future paths.
Lifestyle & Fun
Q: What do you like to do for fun?
A: Working out, traveling, and exploring new places, cultures, and adventures.
Q: What is your go-to workout snack?
A: Cottage cheese cookie dough. I blend cottage cheese with honey, cinnamon, and vanilla, mix in protein powder and chocolate chips, then chill it. It’s the perfect post-workout treat.
Q: What celebrity would you want to eat lunch with, and why?
A: Manny Pacquiao. I was inspired by his recent return to fighting after retirement and would love to hear about how his sport, faith, and training shaped him.
Reflection
Q: How has being on Beast Games changed your life?
A: It gave me new perspective on myself and what a life well lived looks like. I walked away feeling honored to compete and grateful for the meaningful connections I made.
Q: What is a fact about you people would be surprised to learn?
A: I plan to be able to do a backflip until I’m 50.
Social Media
Instagram: @s.ar.ah.mz
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