Mitchell Hooper hit the Australian Strongman scene like a “Bat out of Hell (well he’s actually from Canada)”, and his strongman feats have been hugely impressive, and he’s even managed to unintentionally create a controversy in the Australian Strongman community. I wanted to find out more about this young guy who pulled a 435kg conventional… Continue reading Stirring the Australian Strongman Pot -Mitchell Hooper
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The Dutch Giant – Richard van der Linden – Strongman
Our tour of the Strongman World, takes us this week to the Netherlands, and to a chat we had with Richard van der Linden, one of the biggest ever Dutch Strongman competitors. Phil Burgess: What’s your Age, Height and Weight? Richard Van Der Linden: I’m 43 years old, 2 meters tall and I weigh 168kg. Phil… Continue reading The Dutch Giant – Richard van der Linden – Strongman
Interview with top British Strongman Mark “The Mighty” Felix
Top British Strongman Mark Felix is 47 years old. Don’t tell Mark that he’s over the hill, as he truly believes that he is still climbing up it. Over to Mark Felix.. Phil Burgess: How did you get involved in the sport of strongman? Mark Felix: I was a natural bodybuilder, and one day I… Continue reading Interview with top British Strongman Mark “The Mighty” Felix
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
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
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
“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
Portugal’s Bruno Leal – The World’s Strongest Barman?
I came across You-Tube videos of strongman Bruno Leal, lifting barrels, flipping tyres, and you could see that he had that entertainer quality. He was putting on a show, not just lifting heavy stuff. So the time had come to put Portugal on the Viking Strength Strongman Map, and we thought that Bruno would be a… Continue reading Portugal’s Bruno Leal – The World’s Strongest Barman?
