![]() One student (who will remain nameless!) serves as the inspiration for today’s post.ĭiscussing the relatively recent history of the World’s Strongest Man, the student wished to learn when and how the sport became standardized. Stoltman’s world record, combined with the growing interest given to strongman and strongwoman shows more generally, suggest why students are becoming increasingly interested in this space. As an aside, the ease with which Stoltman broke the record suggests there is more to come from him in future years.Īs part of my teaching this semester, several students came to me with questions about the history of strength competitions and, in particular, the stones of strength. Such was Shaw’s proficiency with the stones that he held the world record with the stones for several years. Those who specialize in the stones are often those who finish near the top of the competition.īrian Shaw, the 4 times World Strongest Man winner, was and is one such individual. Oftentimes at a World’s Strongest Man, or indeed a regional Britain or Ireland’s Strongest Man, it was the Atlas Stones or stones of strength which served to separate the champion from the runner up. As a World’s Strongest Man fan who grew up watching Kaz or Jon Pal dominate the competition, the sport has always had a special place in my heart. ![]() For me, one of the most exciting developments has been the renewed interest shown in stone lifting. The past few years in particular, have been a wonderful time for strongman and strongwoman fans.
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