NBC’s “American Ninja Warrior” is at the tail end of its 17th season, and two local athletes have enjoyed the journey of competing in the unique sport.

Longmont resident Anabella Heinrichs said she’s been competing in ninja warrior competitions for over a decade, most recently competing in the 17th season of “American Ninja Warrior.”

“Ninja is a super unique sport — there’s not really anything like it,” she said. “There’s endless possibilities. There’s always something new and different to work on and push yourself.”

Heinrichs described the sport as having to traverse a series of obstacle courses, with each obstacle designed to test a different strength.

“There’s lower-body obstacles that involve balance and agility, like running across things that fall over or roll, and some that are

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