Before nicely balanced, machined plates and barbells, humans had to prove their strength by lifting various shapes and sizes of rocks. Perhaps the most well-known and infamous stone
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Before nicely balanced, machined plates and barbells, humans had to prove their strength by lifting various shapes and sizes of rocks. Perhaps the most well-known and infamous stone
While kegs may be most well known due to their ability to store alcohol and use in “keg parties,” they are also a fantastic tool to get bigger,
Carrying heavy objects for distance or speed is a key to strongman performance and comes with some fantastic training benefits. Almost the whole body is involved in lifting
Keg toss is one of my favorite events in Strongman. It is a visually appealing test of vertical power. In powerlifting, athletes can “dominate” the weight by moving
Growing up, I was always a fan of superhero comics and professional wrestling. I remember loving the larger-than-life characters and the strength they possessed. Strength was a status
The yoke walk is one of the most grueling events in strongman, and due to the reduced range of motion, hundreds of kilos can be lifted and carried.
Comparing a strongman and a bodybuilder may seem like they possess the same athletic qualities. Large muscles, dense physiques (depending on the level), and a general base level
In my opinion, strongman is the greatest strength sport. To be a successful strongman, one must be well-rounded. An athlete must have a very high level of maximal
Dating back thousands of years, man has sought to prove his strength by lifting heavy stones. Lifting a heavy stone requires raw strength, grit, and determination, seldom seen
Strongman and Powerlifting are two popular strength sports. You'll likely recognize Strongman from the good ol' days of ESPN featuring World's Strongest Man events. At the same time,