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: Strongwoman
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
Powerlifter/Bodybuilder Shawna Mendelson – One Powerful Lady.
Shawna Mendelson is not just World Champion Bencher Scot Mendelson’s sister. She is much more than this competing at a high level both in her brother’s discipline of Powerlifting but also in Bodybuilding as well.. Lets find out more about Shawna. Phil Burgess: You are a competitive bodybuilder and powerlifter, how do you find mixing… Continue reading Powerlifter/Bodybuilder Shawna Mendelson – One Powerful Lady.
Bryndis Olafsdottir – Olympic Swimmer to 2011 Iceland’s Strongest Woman.
Bryndis Olafsdottir represented Iceland as a swimmer in the 1988 Olympic Games in Seoul. She is now 2011 Iceland’s Strongest Woman. You will see from this interview that she is still as competitive as she has ever been. Even with young twins to look after…. Phil Burgess: How did you get into Strongman competitons? Bryndis… Continue reading Bryndis Olafsdottir – Olympic Swimmer to 2011 Iceland’s Strongest Woman.
Iceland’s Strongwoman Þóra Þorsteinsdóttir – A Strong Heart in a Strong Body.
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.
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
“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
Rósa Birgisdóttir – Rising Icelandic Strongwoman
They say that the camera never lies, so when I came across photos of Strongwoman Rosa Birgisdóttir and what she could lift, I knew we had to interview her as a “Rising Star”. And besides she seemed like a really nice person too…. Phil Burgess: How did you get into powerlifting and how long have you… Continue reading Rósa Birgisdóttir – Rising Icelandic Strongwoman
Strongwoman – Gemma Magnusson – Strong in many ways..
Gemma Magnusson is Britain’s greatest strongwoman and one of the best in the world. I was so tempted to title this article “Don’t mess with Mrs Magnusson” but I dont think this would portray Gemma as she really is. She is strong physically, but.. also mentally and spiritually. Whilst her personal success is important for… Continue reading Strongwoman – Gemma Magnusson – Strong in many ways..
