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<\/a><\/p>\nA cause of death has not been publicly disclosed. Additional circumstances surrounding her passing remain unknown.<\/p>\n
Alix Small\u2019s Rise to the Olympia Stage<\/p>\n
Small was a promising young competitor who earned her IFBB Pro card at just 19 years old.<\/p>\n
Originally from Forfar, Scotland, she made her professional debut in 2021 and quickly established herself in the Women\u2019s Fitness<\/a> division.<\/p>\n Small captured her first professional title at the 2021 Europa Pro Championships<\/a> in Alicante, Spain. The victory earned her a qualification for the 2021 Mr. Olympia<\/a>, where she finished 12th in the Fitness division.<\/p>\n Her success continued in 2022 when she won the Mr. Big Evolution Pro<\/a> in Portugal, securing her second professional victory and another Olympia qualification.<\/p>\n Small\u2019s notable professional results included:<\/p>\n 2021 Europa Pro Championships: 1st Place, Fitness<\/p>\n 2021 Fitness Olympia: 12th Place<\/p>\n 2022 Mr. Big Evolution Pro: 1st Place, Fitness<\/p>\n Despite qualifying for the 2022 Olympia<\/a>, Small did not compete in the finals due to reported health issues. She did not return to professional competition afterward.<\/p>\n Small Opened Up About Her Battle With Anorexia<\/p>\n Beyond her bodybuilding accomplishments, Small spoke openly about overcoming anorexia and developing a healthier relationship with food.<\/p>\n In a 2021 interview with STV News, she revealed that she began struggling with anorexia at age 15. Her weight reportedly dropped to approximately 70 pounds before she discovered bodybuilding.<\/p>\n Small credited the sport with helping her focus on strength and performance rather than simply her appearance.<\/p>\n She discussed her recovery further during episode 115 of a podcast interview recorded when she was 22.<\/p>\n The conversation explored her 18-month improvement season, during which she gained more than 40 pounds. She also discussed reaching a weight approximately 70 pounds above her lowest point.<\/p>\n Small detailed the challenges of gaining weight, consuming approximately 6,000 calories daily, and training to improve specific weaknesses in her physique.<\/p>\n The podcast host praised her positive outlook and determination, highlighting her ability to redirect her struggles toward athletic goals.<\/p>\n There is no established connection between Small\u2019s history of anorexia and her death.<\/p>\n Bodybuilding Community Pays Tribute<\/p>\n Following news of her passing, bodybuilding social media accounts shared photographs and tributes celebrating Small\u2019s life.<\/p>\n Despite her short competitive career, Small reached bodybuilding\u2019s biggest stage and captured two professional victories before turning 23.<\/p>\n Her willingness to discuss her personal struggles also inspired others facing similar challenges.<\/p>\n Generation Iron extends its deepest condolences to Alix Small\u2019s family, friends, and loved ones during this difficult time.<\/p>\n Image embed via Instagram @alixsmallll<\/a><\/p>\n