To say Barbie Thomas is inspirational is perhaps an understatement. As a two year old child, she had an unfortunate accident with a electricity transformer, which meant that her arms had to be amputated, at the shoulder. It was touch and go at the time whether she would survive the trauma, however several years later… Continue reading No Excuses – An Interview with Barbie Thomas Fitness Competitor
Category: Athlete Interviews
Westside Barbell Methods – Louie Simmons -The Ultimate Strength System
It was during an interview with Dan Harrison, that he mentioned the importance to him of the Louie Simmons Westside method of training. After purchasing the Westside Book of Barbell Methods, I realised exactly what he meant, it is the most informative book I have read for 20 years. So when the opportunity arose to… Continue reading Westside Barbell Methods – Louie Simmons -The Ultimate Strength System
Stoyan “The Destroyer” Todorchev – Bulgarian Strongman
Stoyan Todorchev is a BIG Bulgarian Strongman. He made a BIG impact when he first came onto the strongman scene. He has been recovering from an injury for the last few months, but when he hits 100% fitness in 2012 the other guys had better watch out! Here is my translated interview with Stoyan “The… Continue reading Stoyan “The Destroyer” Todorchev – Bulgarian Strongman
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
Strongman Frankie Scheun – Southern Hemisphere’s Strongest Man 2012
Frankie Scheun seems like a nice guy, well as the newly crowned Southern Hemisphere’s Strongest Man, Im hardly going to call him otherwise. Joking aside Frankie, is one of the nicest guys in the sport of strongman, and after winning this title we had to interview him. Phil Burgess: How did you get into Strongman… Continue reading Strongman Frankie Scheun – Southern Hemisphere’s Strongest Man 2012
Strongman in Japan -Yoshihito Noritake – Japanese Strongman
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
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
