Ole Martin Hansen 2012 Norway’s Strongest Man. He impressively beat last year’s Worlds Strongest Man finalist and Top 10 competitor Norwegian Espen Aune (2011 Norway’s Strongest Man). So who is Ole Martin Hansen, lets find out more….. Phil Burgess: You recently won 2012 Norway’s Strongest Man competition, tell us more? Ole Martin Hansen: I have been… Continue reading 2012 Norway’s Strongest Man – Ole Martin Hansen
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Strongman Warrick Brant – One Strong Australian..
I came across Strongman Warrick Brant’s name only a few months ago, which was strange considering that he is one of the strongest men, if not the strongest, representing Australia on the world stage. It appears that whilst people are aware of Derek Boyer from his Gladiator days as Titan, Warrick has suffered from lack… Continue reading Strongman Warrick Brant – One Strong Australian..
USA Strongman Mike Burke – Beating the Pain Barrier
I met strongman Mike Burke at the 2012 Giants Live Event, in Melbourne, Australia. Just shaking the hand of strongman Mike Burke was an awesome experience due to the size of them, which explains his amazing grip strength. However the real strength he showed in this event was of competing with a painful injury, then… Continue reading USA Strongman Mike Burke – Beating the Pain Barrier
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
Strongman Patrik “Boom Boom” Baboumian – Germany’s Strongest Man
Patrik Baboumian may not be blessed with great height, but when it comes to the Log Lift he can beat many of his taller strongman competitors. Even more astonishing is that he is a Vegetarian, so perhaps this article should be titled the World’s Strongest Vegetarian…. Over to Patrik… Phil Burgess: Ok I’m confused, I… Continue reading Strongman Patrik “Boom Boom” Baboumian – Germany’s Strongest Man
Odd Haugen – The Everlasting Strongman..
Odd Haugen gives hope to all those older strongmen, that you can still compete into your 50’s and do extremely well. He is a legend and one person that I especially look up to, as do many other rising and established top strongmen. Here is Odd.. Phil Burgess: You have stated “We have several American Pro’s… Continue reading Odd Haugen – The Everlasting Strongman..
Strongman Colm “Big Bad” Woulfe – 2012 New Zealand’s Strongest Man
Colm Woulfe recently won 2012 New Zealand’s Strongest Man. Whilst not the biggest competition in the strongman world, he has the frame and potential to go all the way. Over to Colm before I do any “Big Bad” Woulfe Jokes…. Phil Burgess: You were recently crowned 2012 New Zealand’s Strongest Man, how did it feel… Continue reading Strongman Colm “Big Bad” Woulfe – 2012 New Zealand’s Strongest Man
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
Behind the Scenes – Andrea Legnaioli Vice President – FIS.man (Italian Strongman Federation)
Rather than interview another Strength Athlete, I thought it would be good to speak with Andrea Legnaioli, who is the Vice President of the recently formed FIS.man. (ITALIAN STRONGMAN FEDERATION). In this interview we talk about what is involved in setting up a federation, and what this federation has planned for increasing the popularity of the… Continue reading Behind the Scenes – Andrea Legnaioli Vice President – FIS.man (Italian Strongman Federation)
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
