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Strongman Robert Oberst Returns After Extended Absence, Shares Training Plan & Diet

Veteran strongman Robert Oberst was absent from professional competition in 2023 to focus on his television acting debut as "Karl Montgomery” in the third season of HBO’s The Righteous Gemstones. ... Continue Reading

Former World’s Strongest Man Geoff Capes Passed Away at Age 75

Two-time World’s Strongest Man, Geoff Capes, died on Oct. 23, 2024. He was 75 years old. No cause of death was announced at the time of this article’s publication, but his passing was confirmed by The ... Continue Reading

Hafthor Björnsson performing a deadlift.

Hafthor Björnsson Smashes 2-Rep, 430-Kilogram Deadlift PR Ahead of 2024 Rogue Strongman Invitational

Even “The Mountain” can still reach new heights. With the 2024 Rogue Strongman Invitational scheduled for Nov. 8-10, 2024, Hafthor Björnsson looks primed to give the Scottish crowd a vintage ... Continue Reading

Mitchell Hooper deadlifting at the 2023 World's Strongest Man competition.

Mitchell Hooper Shares 5 Secrets to Dominating Strongman

Thanks to "The Moose," the cat is officially out of the bag. Mitchell Hooper, the 2023 World's Strongest Man and winner of the 2024 Giants Live World Tour Finals, has become a trusted resource as he's ... Continue Reading

Strongman Mateusz Kieliszkowski Eats Way Fewer Calories Than You Think

Polish Strongman Mateusz Kieliszkowski has been in recovery from an Achilles tendon injury after placing second at the 2024 Arnold Strongman Classic in March. Since mending, ... Continue Reading

2023 World's Strongest Man Mitchell Hooper performing an incline log press.

Mitchell Hooper’s Top 5 Pressing Exercises + 2 Pointless Moves

With a kinesiology degree and the Axle Press world record on his resume, 2024 Strongest Man on Earth Mitchell Hooper is certainly a qualified expert on pressing exercises. The combination of formal ... Continue Reading

2024 Rogue Strongwoman Invitational Preview

The 2024 Rogue Strongman Invitational will occur on Nov. 8-10, 2024, as part of the 2024 Rogue Invitational at P&J Live in Aberdeen, Scotland — the first time the contest is hosted outside the USA. ... Continue Reading

2024 Rogue Strongman Invitational Preview

The 2024 Rogue Strongman Invitational will occur on Nov. 8-10, 2024, as part of the 2024 Rogue Invitational at P&J Live in Aberdeen, Scotland — the first time the contest is hosted outside the USA. Ten ... Continue Reading

2024 Giants Live World Tour Finals Results

The 2024 Giants Live World Tour Finals took place in Glasgow, Scotland, on Oct. 19, 2024. The week before the event saw a massive roster shake-up as three-time reigning World's Strongest Man (WSM) Tom ... Continue Reading

The Top 5 Back Exercises For Strongman

The 2023 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) and 2024 Strongest Man on Earth (SMOE), Mitchell Hooper, shared his favorite five pull-day lifts with world-class muscle-building tips on Oct. 10, ... Continue Reading

2024 Strongman Champions League Cyprus Results

The 2024 Strongman Champions League (SCL) Cyprus contest occurred in Limassol, Cyprus on Oct. 12, 2024. The contest featured 12 athletes representing 11 countries competing through five events: Truck ... Continue Reading

2024 Arnold Strongman Europe Results

The 2024 Arnold Strongman Europe contest occurred in Madrid, Spain, on Oct. 10-12, 2024. It featured six athletes representing six countries clashing through six events: Tire Flip, Log Lift, Farmer's Walk, ... Continue Reading

2024 America’s Strongest Results

The 2024 America's Strongest Man (ASM) and 2024 America's Strongest Woman (ASW) contests occurred in tandem on Oct. 11-12, 2024, in Las Vegas, NV. The 2024 ASM and ASW featured 10 strongmen and five ... Continue Reading

Mitchell Hooper’s Top 6 Bulking Tips, Plus a Protein Shake Recipe

Canadian strongman Mitchell Hooper transformed from a 220-pound marathon runner to a 320-pound powerhouse. He earned the nickname "Moose,” and in just three years packed on 100 pounds and won ... Continue Reading

Tom Stoltman Reveals New Strongman Coach and Future Competition Schedule

The reigning three-time World’s Strongest Man (WSM), Tom Stoltman, had a surprisingly underwhelming showing at the 2024 USA Strongman Championships on Sept 28, 2024, in Las Vegas, NV, finishing in last ... Continue Reading

2023 World's Strongest Man Mitchell Hooper performs a leg press.

Mitchell Hooper’s Top 5 Leg Exercises + 2 Overrated Moves

Let's just say Mitchell Hooper loves a good #LegDay. Renowned for his powerful lower body and knowledge of kinesiology, the 2023 World's Strongest Man knows exactly what it takes to develop size and ... Continue Reading

Tom Stoltman Reveals Injury, Withdraws From 2024 Giants Live World Tour Finals

Strongman competitions are a spectacle of incredible human strength. While seeing colossal weights lifted is impressive to watch, the toll on the competitors’ bodies is not ... Continue Reading

Why Science-Based Training Won’t Get You Stronger

Fitness enthusiasts increasingly use science-based training to unlock their strength and muscle-building potential. However, do lab experiments actually translate to real-world results? On Oct. 1, 2024, ... Continue Reading

Retired strongman competitors Eddie Hall and Brian Shaw arm wrestling.

Brian Shaw: Eddie Hall Will Be My “Sacrificial Lamb” in First Arm Wrestling Match 

For the last two decades, Brian Shaw has focused all his efforts on being the greatest strongman in the world. The four-time World’s Strongest Man (WSM) champion has turned his attention to becoming a ... Continue Reading

Mitchell Hooper Deadlift Challenge

Mitchell Hooper Issues Deadlift Challenge to Hafthor Bjornsson

“This isn’t clickbait,” said Mitchell Hooper moments before issuing a deadlift challenge to 2018 World's Strongest Man (WSM) champion Hafthor Björnsson.  “I’m formally requesting to be involved in any ... Continue Reading

2024 USA Strongman Championships Results

The 2024 USA Strongman Championships (USASC), promoted by Giants Live, occurred on Sept. 28, 2024, in Las Vegas, NV. Not only did 10 of the world's strongest men compete for glory and prize, a handful of ... Continue Reading

Strongman Evan Singleton Rolls Up Frying Pan on Las Vegas TV Segment

American strongman Evan Singleton appears to be ready for the 2024 Giants Live USA Strongman Championships, set for Saturday, Sept. 28, 2024, in Las Vegas, NV. Singleton was a guest for a news segment on ... Continue Reading

Interview: Giants Live’s Colin Bryce “Expects” New Deadlift World Record at the 2024 USA Strongman Championships

The 2024 USA Strongman Championships will be held in Las Vegas, NV, on Sept. 28. The 2024 World Deadlift Championships will be the competition's opening event. 2024 USA Strongman Championships ... Continue Reading

Mitchell Hooper Opens Up — A Strongman’s Perspective On Therapy

While 2024 Strongest Man on Earth Mitchell Hooper proudly adds more strongman trophies to his collection, he also aspires to inspire others to prioritize their physical and mental well-being. ... Continue Reading

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