With the London Olympics fast approaching we had to do an interview with top US Olympic Weightlifter 75kg+ Sarah Robles. Since this interview I have also found out that she suffers from a condition Madelung’s deformity, which affects her forearms making them structurally weaker. This makes her an even more amazing athlete… This interview was… Continue reading Interview with No.1 US Olympic Weightlifter 75kg+ Sarah Robles
Category: Athlete Interviews
Aaron Brown – From the Bench to the Main Game – Strongman
Strongman Aaron Brown has an incredible Bench Press, pushing out 1 rep max’s with over 1000lbs in training. Now this Bench Press addict has become addicted to Strongman, and his competitors should take note. Even Zydrunas Savickas should be scared, as the Log Press World Record may well become the property of one EXTREMELY STRONG American… Continue reading Aaron Brown – From the Bench to the Main Game – Strongman
The New Kid on the British Block..Strongman Chris Gearing
Strongman Chris Gearing recently secured a 3rd place finish behind, Laurence Shahlei and Terry Hollands at Britain’s Strongest Man. Whilst at first some people may be surprised at his result, just taking a look at his pedigree in strength sports points to a bright future in Strongman. Phil Burgess: Tell us about yourself? Chris Gearing:… Continue reading The New Kid on the British Block..Strongman Chris Gearing
Akos Nagy – A name to remember- 2012 Giants Live – Hungary Champion
Akos Nagy may not be a name familiar to many people, but you may well hear it alot more in the future. He has just won the 2012 Giant’s Live leg in Hungary, winning a place in the finals of Worlds Strongest Man 2012. Phil Burgess: You recently won the Giants Live event in Hungary.… Continue reading Akos Nagy – A name to remember- 2012 Giants Live – Hungary Champion
Coming in from the Cold – Alaskan Strongman – Adam Capossela
From the heat of Abu Dhabi to the Freezing Artic Circle, Strongman competitions are held. With this in mind, I was interested in catching up with Adam Capossela, an Alaskan Strongman to find out more about the sport there. Phil Burgess: Are there many strongman competitions in Alaska? And who is currently the top ranked… Continue reading Coming in from the Cold – Alaskan Strongman – Adam Capossela
The Queen Bee of American Strongmen – Dione Wessels
In a sport dripping in testosterone, it is perhaps a little surprising that the head of the two largest strongman organisations in the USA is a lady, Dione Wessels. Dione Wessels calls the shots over the sport of strongman, so we caught up with her to find out what makes her tick… Phil Burgess: How… Continue reading The Queen Bee of American Strongmen – Dione Wessels
Strongman Jarno Hams – 6 times Holland’s Strongest Man
Strongman Jarno Hams has won Holland’s Strongest Man not once but 6 times…. This year he will be aiming to make it 7 times!! We talk to Jarno about his career and his longevity in the sport. Phil Burgess: You have won Holland’s Strongest Man 6 times in a row from 2004 to 2010, which of… Continue reading Strongman Jarno Hams – 6 times Holland’s Strongest Man
The Strength to make a Difference – Liesl Schoonraad – South African Strongwoman
A TV Show on Cerebral Palsy changed the life of South African Strongwoman Liesl Schoonraad. It inspired her to act, and that’s exactly what this effervescent lady did, setting herself AMAZING fitness and strength challenges, whilst raising money for the cause. Here is her story.. Phil Burgess: Lets recap, how did it all start? Liesl… Continue reading The Strength to make a Difference – Liesl Schoonraad – South African Strongwoman
FREE Strongman/Strongwoman Mentoring Service
Are you an Established Athlete who is happy to mentor a new person to the sport? Or Are you new to the sport and need someone experienced to act as your guide? OK this may be a little random, but who likes the idea… Continue reading FREE Strongman/Strongwoman Mentoring Service
Strongman Tarmo Mitt – Five times Estonia’s Strongest Man
Estonian Strongman Tarmo Mitt is the five times holder of the title of Estonia’s Strongest Man. We caught up with this strongman, and asked him to share his thoughts on his career, and give us some tips for us iron athletes to improve our own competition results. Phil Burgess: In your strongman career what… Continue reading Strongman Tarmo Mitt – Five times Estonia’s Strongest Man
