Strongman loading events are a cornerstone of strength competitions, showcasing the raw power, technique, and endurance of the athletes. These events involve lifting and transporting various heavy objects, such as stones, kegs, sandbags, and more, each presenting unique challenges. Competitors must load these objects onto platforms, over bars, onto shoulders, or into sleds or wheelbarrows, often against the clock. Understanding the basic rules and variations of each event is crucial for competitors and enthusiasts alike. Explore the diverse world of strongman loading events and gain insight into the techniques and strategies that define success in these demanding competitions.
Atlas Stone Load
The Atlas stone events routinely involve placing stones over a bar or onto a platform. The bar or platform can also vary in height. [Read more…]
Natural Stone Load
The Natural Stone Load event involves lifting irregularly shaped stones, typically sourced from nature, onto a platform or over a bar. The unique shapes and textures of these stones add an extra challenge, requiring competitors to adapt their technique to each stone. [Read more…]
Sandbag Load
Sandbags are one of the most versatile implements in Strongman. Not only can you carry and throw sandbags you can load them in a variety of ways. [Read more…]
Keg Load
The Keg Load event involves lifting and loading kegs onto a platform or over a bar. The kegs vary in weight and size, and their awkward shape and sloshing contents add an extra challenge, requiring competitors to use strength and precise technique. [Read more…]
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