“It was like competing against Hulk. Incredible Hulk I mean. That green giant.”
Category: Strongwoman
Strongwoman Alana Curnow – The Stone Conqueror
In the 2015 season Alana Curnow was one of the most successful and determined strongman athletes in Australia. Then she topped it with a record Atlas Stone Lift of 138.2kg. So it was great to have 10 mins to catch up with her.. PB: So we know Alana the Strongwoman, when you’re not… Continue reading Strongwoman Alana Curnow – The Stone Conqueror
GIllian McRae – Long Journey to a New Beginning
As I talk to many people involved in the world of strongman/woman, I am always interested in how they became interested in the strength sports and what was their starting point. Canadian Gillian McRae is definitely not the strongest woman in the world and possibly not in Canada, but her path to get there has… Continue reading GIllian McRae – Long Journey to a New Beginning
Super Strong – Kati Luoto – 7 times Finland’s Strongest Woman
Kati Luoto, is 7 times, Finland’s Strongest Woman. If that’s not impressive enough then her Log Press at 110kg is as good as any Men’s under 90kg competitor. Phil Burgess: Kati tell us a little about yourself? Kati Luoto: I’m a 40 years young, Strongwoman, Mother and Grandmother. I’m 172cm tall and weigh 86kg. I… Continue reading Super Strong – Kati Luoto – 7 times Finland’s Strongest Woman
10 Minutes with Icelandic Strongwoman – Lilja Jonsdottir
Recently when I spoke with Gemma Magnusson, she spoke of the determination of the Icelandic Women, so when I heard of an up and coming Icelandic lightweight strongwoman Lilja Jonsdottir, I had to interview her. Phil Burgess: How did you get involved in the sport of strongman, and what weight division do you compete in?… Continue reading 10 Minutes with Icelandic Strongwoman – Lilja Jonsdottir
Latest Podcast/Radio Show March 2013
Super Strong Kristin Rhodes – 5x America’s Strongest Woman
As I put together the finishing touches on this interview Kristin Rhodes is competing in the World’s Strongest Woman event. She is the favourite for that event which is understandable seeing as she has been America’s Strongest Woman 5 times already.. We caught up with her, days before she flew to Finland to compete. Phil… Continue reading Super Strong Kristin Rhodes – 5x America’s Strongest Woman
Britain’s Strongest Schoolgirl – Bronwyn Taylor
At 15, Powerlifter Bronwyn Taylor completed a 125kg Raw Deadlift. At 16, she placed 6th in Britain’s Strongest Woman. What will she achieve at 17, 18 and 19 and beyond….? Phil Burgess: You are 16 years old and still at school, what do your classmates think of you doing Powerlifting? Bronwyn Taylor: Most of my… Continue reading Britain’s Strongest Schoolgirl – Bronwyn Taylor
Super Girl – Kristen “Kryptonite” White
Sometimes you stumble across people who have amazing stories. Kristen White is one of these people, losing a mountain of weight to now be part of a charity vehicle pulling team, 50′ Closer to a Cure. Phil Burgess: How did you get involved in weights in the first place, and in particular strongwomen? Kristen White:… Continue reading Super Girl – Kristen “Kryptonite” White
Five minutes with 2012 Britain’s Strongest Woman – Becki Etchells
Recently crowned as 2012 Britain’s Strongest Woman, Becki Etchells has a big future in this sport. Impressively, to achieve this, she has only been training for 1 year. We caught up with her for a quick chat, to find out more about Becki. Phil Burgess: How did you first get interested in Strongwoman competitions? Becki… Continue reading Five minutes with 2012 Britain’s Strongest Woman – Becki Etchells
