Strongman is a global sport, however in some countries it is far more popular than in others. In this short interview we speak with Yoshihito Noritake, a Japanese Strongman on the growth of the sport in his country. Phil Burgess: What is your best competition result so far, and what are your goals for 2012… Continue reading Strongman in Japan -Yoshihito Noritake – Japanese Strongman
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.
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
Jordan Steffens – Australian Strongman – The Future Force
Jordan Steffen’s name has been mentioned to me by many Australian Strongman competitors, and it’s normally said with “he is the one to watch for the future” completing the sentence. So on the eve of Jordan competing as the youngest competitor in the Giants Live competition in Melbourne, we thought we should catch up with… Continue reading Jordan Steffens – Australian Strongman – The Future Force
US Strongman Vince “MachineGun” Urbank – Aiming High..
When I asked a regular reader of Viking Strength for the name of a Strongman who I should definitely interview, I got my answer almost instantaneously, Vince Urbank, he said.. Phil Burgess: First things first. Where does the nickname “Machine Gun” come from? Vince Urbank: The nickname “Machinegun” was given to me by Mike Johnston (vice… Continue reading US Strongman Vince “MachineGun” Urbank – Aiming High..
Man Mountain Adam Scherr – 2012 Arnold ASC Amateur Strongman Champion
I knew the first time that I saw Strongman Adam Scherr, that he reminded me of someone. It wasn’t until I was reading Jack and the Beanstalk to Harry my 5 year old son, that it dawned on me. Adam is a GIANT of a man and it looks like he will also be a… Continue reading Man Mountain Adam Scherr – 2012 Arnold ASC Amateur Strongman Champion
World Strongman Cup Sheiks Abu Dhabi, interview with Marc Wells
When I heard that Australian Strongman Marc Wells was going to be competing at the World Strongman Cup in Abu Dhabi, it presented a great opportunity to catch up with him again, and find out about the competition and his plans for 2012. Phil Burgess: You recently were invited to compete in the World Strongman Cup… Continue reading World Strongman Cup Sheiks Abu Dhabi, interview with Marc Wells
“Superwoman” Jill Mills – Former World’s Strongest Woman
I have spoken to many strongwoman competitors, and every time I have asked who the top strongwoman to interview would be, they all say without hesitation Jill Mills. So here it is the interview with the Strongwoman’s Strongwoman Jill Mills…. Phil Burgess: Originally you were a Bodybuilder, why did you make the move… Continue reading “Superwoman” Jill Mills – Former World’s Strongest Woman
American Dan Harrison – The Powerlifter’s Strongman
American Strongman Dan Harrison is a 6 foot 1 inch, 348lb Strength Machine. He is a top strongman who doesn’t train the Strongman events much, preferring to train the static Powerlifting lifts. He is also a very accomplished Powerlifter. Phil Burgess: I read that you first started Strongman training with the legendary Odd Haugen. Whats… Continue reading American Dan Harrison – The Powerlifter’s Strongman
Rauno Heinla, 2011 Estonia’s Strongest Man – International Strongman
Rauno Heinla is not the biggest strongman competing today, far from it, but he does however possess great strength for his size. We caught up with the current Estonia Strongest Man 2011, and posed a few questions to him. Phil Burgess: You are currently Estonia’s Strongest Man 2011, what does this strongman title mean to… Continue reading Rauno Heinla, 2011 Estonia’s Strongest Man – International Strongman
Chris Rae – Weightlifting Glories and Darker Days – Part 2 of 2
Part 1 of this interview talked about Chris and his new found interest and success in the sport of Strongman in Australia. In Part 2 Chris tells us about his Olympic Weightlifting Career and the highs and extreme lows that he went through on this journey. Phil Burgess: You previously competed in Olympic Weightlifting for… Continue reading Chris Rae – Weightlifting Glories and Darker Days – Part 2 of 2
