Top British Strongman Mark Felix is 47 years old. Don’t tell Mark that he’s over the hill, as he truly believes that he is still climbing up it. Over to Mark Felix.. Phil Burgess: How did you get involved in the sport of strongman? Mark Felix: I was a natural bodybuilder, and one day I… Continue reading Interview with top British Strongman Mark “The Mighty” Felix
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Pall “RAW Strength” Logason – Icelandic Strongman and Powerlifter
Who is PALL LOGASON you may say, but I think that you may continue reading when you realise that he is one of the best RAW powerlifters in the world with RAW TOTAL of 1025KG (2050lb). He has also won the 2010 Icelandic Loglift Championship and in came 3rd in 2011 Iceland’s Strongest Man, which… Continue reading Pall “RAW Strength” Logason – Icelandic Strongman and Powerlifter
Powerlifting in Cameroon, Central Africa – Wilfred Kebenghe
The two words Cameroon and Powerlifting do not seem like they should belong in the same sentence. Cameroon situated in Central Africa does however have a vibrant powerlifting community, and one active participant is Wilfred Kebenghe. He may not be very tall but he is one strong package. We talk to him here in this… Continue reading Powerlifting in Cameroon, Central Africa – Wilfred Kebenghe
Techniques to Improve your Squat and Much More by Marilia Coutinho, Brazilian Powerlifter
Marilia Coutinho is a Sports Writer, University Professor, Speaker and Researcher. She is frequently hired to teach about strength training methods, kinesiological aspects, historical aspects and strength sports in general. She also is a highly successful Brazilian Female Powerlifter. She has published two books: one about powerlifting (“Back to basics: Powerlifting”) and the other about… Continue reading Techniques to Improve your Squat and Much More by Marilia Coutinho, Brazilian Powerlifter
Rósa Birgisdóttir – Rising Icelandic Strongwoman
They say that the camera never lies, so when I came across photos of Strongwoman Rosa Birgisdóttir and what she could lift, I knew we had to interview her as a “Rising Star”. And besides she seemed like a really nice person too…. Phil Burgess: How did you get into powerlifting and how long have you… Continue reading Rósa Birgisdóttir – Rising Icelandic Strongwoman
Gerhard Van Staden – The Lion-hearted Strongman and 2011 South African Strongest Man
Gerhard Van Staden is a man with two great passions, he is an International Strongman competitor but also he is also passionate about protecting Lions. So lets dive in and learn more about Gerhard…. In 2011 you were the winner of the South African Strongest Man Competition. How did this feel and was this the… Continue reading Gerhard Van Staden – The Lion-hearted Strongman and 2011 South African Strongest Man
The 398lb Powerlifting Giant – Sigfus Fossdal – A Year on.
The Powerlifting Giant – A Year on. Over a year ago, I interviewed Powerlifting World Champion Sigfus Fossdal of Iceland for Viking Supplements, and the interview was extremely popular with people around the world. A year later I thought it would be good to touch base with him again to see how he had gone… Continue reading The 398lb Powerlifting Giant – Sigfus Fossdal – A Year on.
Powerlifting Father and Son Style – Bill and Zach Gibson (USA)
I was recently contacted by Bill Gibson, who wanted to let me know how proud he was of his son’s powerlifting achievements, and on his own progress. As a father myself I could understand the bond he has with his son, which grows stronger both literally and metaphorically, by them both sharing the passion of… Continue reading Powerlifting Father and Son Style – Bill and Zach Gibson (USA)
Interview with Todd Whiter – 60Kg Strength Athlete.
It could be fair to say that Viking Supplements interviews to-date have always focused on the big strength athletes, however you dont need to big to be strong. The interview below is a case in point. Todd Whiter is 18 years old and competes in the 60Kg class in the Drug-Free Powerlifting Federation. His Deadlift… Continue reading Interview with Todd Whiter – 60Kg Strength Athlete.
Interview with Fred Hatfield (Dr Squat) – Strength Legend
I first came across the strength training articles of Fred Hatfield when I was a teenager reading through various Bodybuilding Magazines. His articles were always provacative and well written, with plenty of science to back up the content. It has always been a personal ambition to interview Fred Hatfield for the Viking Supplements blog, and… Continue reading Interview with Fred Hatfield (Dr Squat) – Strength Legend
