One of the most effective ways to get ahead in your sport is through strongman training.
However calling it "strongman" training suggests it’s a niche way of training reserved only for very large, hairy men.
BUT as with any training it can be adapted to suit any body shape and gender.
The benefits are huge – weight loss, functional strength, endurance, huge amounts of fun.
And if you have plateaued in your fitness programme and you need a bit more of an edge on the field then this is a great way to make a breakthrough whether you are a runner, footballer, golfer, rugby player or netballer.
Another benefit is it requires a lot less technique than other forms of weightlifting so it’s easy to get started under the proper supervision.
The bragging rights are great as well – “What did you do this weekend?” “Oh I flipped a few tractor tyres………”
Here’s a run down of the classic moves:
1 Loaded carry - Pick up a heavy object and go for a walk. Your core, back, legs, grip and lungs will get blasted!
2 Atlas Stones - pick up a heavy object and drop it on a platform, over your shoulder or just on the floor. This move pretty much taxes every muscle in the body.
3 Log/bar clean and press - load it up, "clean" it to shoulder height using the combined power of your legs and back then press it overhead using your shoulders chest and legs.
4 Tractor tyre flip - does what it says on the tin and builds a huge amount of power in the legs, core and back
5 Sledge push/drag - load up a purpose built strongman sledge and drag it, push it, shove it, whatever it takes to get it up the track. This is an amazingly functional strength builder that focus on the legs
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