Þóra Þorsteinsdóttir is one of Iceland’s Strongest Women, but she is so much more than that. If you have never wanted to visit Iceland before, I think your mind may be changed by the time you finish reading this interview. Phil Burgess: How did you get into Strongwoman competitions? Þóra Þorsteinsdóttir: In the summer of… Continue reading Iceland’s Strongwoman Þóra Þorsteinsdóttir – A Strong Heart in a Strong Body.
Author: Phil Burgess
Loved watching Strength Sports through my early childhood and now I have the privilege of interviewing some of the greatest strength athletes to have graced this planet.
Scotland’s Andrew “Weetabix” Cairney – From Exploding Knees to Top Powerlifter
After blitzing the 2012 British Powerlifting Championships, with some great results, we had to speak to Andrew Cairney. In this interview you will get an insight into his journey, including what adversity threw at him and how he overcame these things to triumph. Phil Burgess: You recently competed at the 2012 British Powerlifting Championships and… Continue reading Scotland’s Andrew “Weetabix” Cairney – From Exploding Knees to Top Powerlifter
USA Strongman Mike Burke – Beating the Pain Barrier
I met strongman Mike Burke at the 2012 Giants Live Event, in Melbourne, Australia. Just shaking the hand of strongman Mike Burke was an awesome experience due to the size of them, which explains his amazing grip strength. However the real strength he showed in this event was of competing with a painful injury, then… Continue reading USA Strongman Mike Burke – Beating the Pain Barrier
The Dutch Giant – Richard van der Linden – Strongman
Our tour of the Strongman World, takes us this week to the Netherlands, and to a chat we had with Richard van der Linden, one of the biggest ever Dutch Strongman competitors. Phil Burgess: What’s your Age, Height and Weight? Richard Van Der Linden: I’m 43 years old, 2 meters tall and I weigh 168kg. Phil… Continue reading The Dutch Giant – Richard van der Linden – Strongman
Australian Strongman Mike “H-Bomb” Vrljic – Prepare For Take Off..
I first met Mike a year ago, as a spectator of the 2011 Strongman Competition at the FitX in Melbourne. The whispers at that time, were that he is one to watch for the future. In 2012 this pilot’s strongman career is now taking off. Over to Mike…we’d better fasten our seatbelts.. Phil Burgess: What… Continue reading Australian Strongman Mike “H-Bomb” Vrljic – Prepare For Take Off..
Cavour (Turin) Strongman Italia Competition Report
RANDAZZO AND PIANIGIANI THREW OFF THEIR OPPONENTS!!! Strongman Italia had great success with the public for its first stage!!! Cavour (Turin), April 15, 2012. The first Italian Strongman championship, organized by FIS.MAN, had a great start. There were 16 athletes who took part in the memorable first leg in Cavour. For the ExtraClass… Continue reading Cavour (Turin) Strongman Italia Competition Report
Strongman Patrik “Boom Boom” Baboumian – Germany’s Strongest Man
Patrik Baboumian may not be blessed with great height, but when it comes to the Log Lift he can beat many of his taller strongman competitors. Even more astonishing is that he is a Vegetarian, so perhaps this article should be titled the World’s Strongest Vegetarian…. Over to Patrik… Phil Burgess: Ok I’m confused, I… Continue reading Strongman Patrik “Boom Boom” Baboumian – Germany’s Strongest Man
Odd Haugen – The Everlasting Strongman..
Odd Haugen gives hope to all those older strongmen, that you can still compete into your 50’s and do extremely well. He is a legend and one person that I especially look up to, as do many other rising and established top strongmen. Here is Odd.. Phil Burgess: You have stated “We have several American Pro’s… Continue reading Odd Haugen – The Everlasting Strongman..
Strongman Colm “Big Bad” Woulfe – 2012 New Zealand’s Strongest Man
Colm Woulfe recently won 2012 New Zealand’s Strongest Man. Whilst not the biggest competition in the strongman world, he has the frame and potential to go all the way. Over to Colm before I do any “Big Bad” Woulfe Jokes…. Phil Burgess: You were recently crowned 2012 New Zealand’s Strongest Man, how did it feel… Continue reading Strongman Colm “Big Bad” Woulfe – 2012 New Zealand’s Strongest Man
Interview with top British Strongman Mark “The Mighty” Felix
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
