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Strongman Peiman Maheripourehir Crushes a Mind-Blowing 452-kg (996-lb) Deadlift For Three Reps
The most prestigious World Record in all strength sports, particularly strongman, is undoubtedly the deadlift. So, there are quite a few incredible athletes chasing the record, hoping to secure their place in history. However, only a few have a realistic chance at breaking the record, with Peiman Maheripourehir being one of the favorites. The Iranian athlete is a specialist for this event and has recently shared a video to Instagram, which gives hope that he is close to outperform the record. In the video, Peiman is seen deadlifting a massive 452 kilograms (996 pounds) for three repetitions.
Peiman Maheripourehir first put on his deadlift suit, a lifting belt, and lifting straps, before approaching the 452-kilogram (996-pound) barbell. His spotter then slapped him twice in order to get his adrenaline pumping. After a few more deep breaths, Peiman started pulling the 452 kilograms (996 pounds) from the floor and made it look extremely easy. All three repetitions were very quick, which proves just how strong Peiman is currently.
Watch Peiman’s deadlift here:
Related: Strongman Peiman Maheripourehir Deadlifts Huge 405-kg (892.9-lb) Beltless For Two Reps
It is not clear when Peiman Maheripourehir will compete next, but his caption stated “One month left until…”. So, Peiman left some room to speculate, but it is important to note that he was not named in the initial lineup for the 2023 Giants Live World Deadlift Championships. He has previously encountered trouble getting a Visa to travel. So, it might be a reason why he is not competing at the aforementioned competition as well.
It is also not clear if this is Peiman Maheripourehir’s new three-rep deadlift PR, but his 452-kilogram (996-pound) set was one of the heaviest in history. Interestingly, almost exactly one year ago today, Peiman shared a 452-kilogram (996-pound) deadlift for two reps. So, it is clear that he has improved since.
Peiman Maheripourehir’s heaviest one rep deadlift came out to 492 kilograms (1,084 pounds), which he performed in a training session two years ago. So, he is one of the closest athletes to Hafthor Bjornsson’s World Record of 501 kilograms (1,104.5 pounds).
Peiman Maheripourehir took part in three International competitions, two of which were World’s Strongest Man. Those two came in 2017 and 2018, with Peiman missing out on the finals both times. However, he has competed in a lot more regional and national competitions as well.
Related: Strongman Peiman Maheripourehir Deadlifts Huge 481kg at 2021 WRPF World Championships, Eyes 510 kg Next
It seems that Peiman Maheripourehir is currently in a race to break the World Record against Ivan Makarov. The Russian Strongman has recently shared a massive deadlift as well. So, both athletes definitely have a shot at becoming the third person in history to deadlift over half a ton. It seems that both will attempt to break the record in approximately a month, meaning that they are worth keeping an eye on.
Published: 23 July, 2023 | 12:38 PM EDT
Nick Walker Smashes 150-lb Incline Dumbbell Bench Press for 8 Reps in Prep for 2023 Mr. Olympia
American bodybuilder Nick Walker has quickly become a powerhouse in the Men’s Open division with his freaky muscularity. He’s currently gearing up to challenge for the Mr. Olympia title later this year. In a recent post made on Instagram, Walker smashed a 150-lb incline dumbbell bench press for eight reps in a push day workout.
Nick Walker gained attention for his crazy muscle mass, size, and conditioning after dominating the competition at the 2021 New York Pro. He scored back-to-back gold medals at the Arnold Classic before rounding up his rookie season with an impressive fifth-place finish at the 2021 Mr. Olympia. His insanely jacked physique earned him the nickname, ‘The Mutant.’
Walker improved his standing to the top three in his second Mr. Olympia appearance last December. He made a quick turnaround for the 2023 Arnold Classic to reclaim the title but fell short of the winner Samson Dauda in a narrowly-fought contest. Following the outcome, Walker argued against the decision and made the case for himself to have defeated Dauda in Ohio.
Three months ago, Walker predicted 2022 Mr. Olympia Hadi Choopan would not win another title at the next edition. He expects a showdown with former 212 Olympia king and Mr. Olympia runner-up Derek Lunsford for the top prize. Then, he opened up on amping up his training intensity in the off-season to get ready for the 2023 Mr. Olympia.
Walker received pushback on an epic body transformation post he shared on his social media channels last month. Fans rushed to criticize him for using steroids to achieve the massive difference in his physique.
Nick Walker / Instagram
‘The Mutant’ gave his breakdown of the upcoming 2023 Mr. Olympia weeks ago. He believes Choopan, Lunsford, Dauda, and he will form the top five along with Hunter Labrada, who’s seeking redemption after a lackluster showing. He also counted out former two-time champion Mamdouh ‘Big Ramy’ Elssbiay’s chances of winning another Sandow trophy unless he took some time off to recover and make adjustments.
Nick Walker is confident about his place in the mix of title contention. While he believes he would win this year, he extended his support for Lunsford as a future Mr. Olympia. He also revealed he got up to 293 pounds while being about 19 weeks away from the show three weeks ago.
Walker offered his take on how to build monstrous quads in a lower body workout two weeks ago. He dialed back on consuming any stimulants, including coffee, to get ready for the biggest stage in bodybuilding. He followed up by detailing his secrets to developing a massive chest in a push-day workout.
Nick Walker Smashes 150-lb Incline Dumbbell Bench Press for 8 Reps in Prep for 2023 Mr. Olympia
In a recent Instagram post, Nick Walker smashed a grueling set of 150-pound incline dumbbell bench press for eight reps in a push day workout while in prep for the 2023 Mr. Olympia.
“Nice push day today!” Walker wrote. “Incline the 150s for set of 8 reps.”
Renowned coach Chris Aceto heaped praises on Nick Walker for his immense growth in the sport. He admitted he was wrong to doubt Walker and went as far as to call his changes “the most improved terrible body” in the history of bodybuilding.
Walker laid out the only top ten exercises he would choose if he had to for building muscle earlier this week.
Based on the latest update, Walker is determined to secure the coveted Sandow trophy and is leaving nothing to chance in his preparations.
Published: 23 July, 2023 | 11:52 AM EDT
2023 OSG Masters 40+ Insane Lineup Revealed — Who Will Be The World’s Strongest Master?
The 2023 Official Strongman Games (OSG) will take place on December 1-3, in Charleston Coliseum, West Virginia. One of the divisions at the 2023 OSG that will definitely attract tons of attention will be the Masters 40+ (Over 40-Years-Old), as it is set to feature an amazing lineup of athletes. Despite the competition being months away, OSG has revealed a list of athletes for this division, which consists of 11 elite Strongmen.
While the OSG has been taking place for multiple years, this year’s Masters 40+ lineup appears to be the best yet. It features some of the greatest athletes in the history of the sport, and the return of fan favorite, JF Caron, who is coming out of retirement.
Moreover, OSG will send more invites to some elite athletes like Zydrunas Savickas, but the 11 men listed below are guaranteed to compete. However, the lineup has the potential to get even better until the competition starts.
2023 OSG Masters 40+ Lineup
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Related: 73-Year-Old Strongman Legend Beats Larry Wheels In Grip Strength: “Honestly, Blown Away”
Lineup Overview
The biggest name in the lineup and the favorite to win the 2023 OSG Masters 40+ seems to be Rauno Heinla. He finished in second place last year, losing just to Zydrunas Savickas on a tie-breaker. However, he is currently stronger than ever, which is evident by his new 540-kilogram (1,190.5-pound) 18-inch Deadlift World Record.
The next big name on the list is Laurence “Big Loz” Shahlaei, who is also coming out of retirement in the hopes of becoming the 2023 World’s Strongest Master. Big Loz has had an incredible career, winning the 2016 Europe’s Strongest Man, as well as Britain’s Strongest Man, UK’s Strongest Man, and other major competitions. Big Loz is also an incredible coach, as he has guided Mitchell Hooper to the 2023 World’s Strongest Man title.
Jerry Pritchett is another well-known Strongman who plans to make a charge for the 2023 OSG Masters 40+ title. He already competed once at this competition in 2021 and finished in third place. So, he now plans to improve his placing.
Finally, but not least, is JF Caron, a Canadian Strongman legend. JF is known for his incredible static strength and mental perseverance, which have gotten him a lot of success in the sport. However, JF tore both of his quads at the 2022 Arnold Strongman Classic, after which he stated that Strongman was done for him.
The situation has changed since, and JF Caron is now ready to come back to the sport. Not just that, but he is gunning straight for the title of 2023 World’s Strongest Master, a title he stands a good chance of winning.
Related: Strongman Nick Best Squats 803-lb (365-kg) For The 27th Year In a Row
Although no further additions to the 2023 OSG Masters 40+ lineup are guaranteed, if anything does change, this article will be updated accordingly. OSG has already revealed that they sent an invitation to last year’s champion, Zydrunas Savickas, but he has not accepted it as of now. Regardless, this is already the most competitive lineup of the OSG Masters, so the competition will definitely be tight and interesting.
Published: 23 July, 2023 | 9:41 AM EDT
Dana Linn Bailey Shares ‘Hamstring-Glute-Focused’ Workout for Leg Gains
Dana Linn Bailey (DLB) is a pioneer of the Women’s Physique division who remains in stellar shape years after retirement. In a recent YouTube video, Bailey walked fans through a brutal hamstring-glutes-focused training session for growing muscle and building strength.
“So today, we’re focusing on hamstrings and glutes. I like to separate my leg days so I can really focus on quads one day and hamstrings and glutes [the next],” Dana Linn Bailey shared.
In the 2000s, DLB established herself as an all-time great in the Women’s Physique category. Her capped and striated shoulders helped her reach the top of the sport in 2013 when she claimed the inaugural Women’s Physique Olympia title. All signs pointed to utter dominance until Dana returned in 2014 when she was ousted from the throne by Juliana Malacarne.
Bailey’s love for the sport still fuels her today. While she’s stepped away from competing, Dana is a famous online influencer known for sharing fitness-related content such as workouts, nutrition information, and physique transformations.
In one of her latest endeavors, Bailey decided to revamp her physique in June. In what she’s titled the ‘Summer Shredded 4.0’ challenge, Dana plans to get ripped and lean at the same time in the months to come.
It remains uncertain if Dana Bailey will entertain a competitive return. Questions about her competing again were raised during her recent Cutler Cast Podcast appearance. Bailey even mentioned that she would undergo drug tests to prove her natural status if she did announce a comeback. With her attention shifting to a new physique goal, DLB updated fans with one of her leg day workouts.
Check Out Dana Linn Bailey’s Hamstring Glute-Focused Leg Day Workout
“We are doing a hamstring and glute-focused leg day. This is one of my favorite days of the week as far as legs go, you know. But today’s focus, we’re hitting that posterior, DLB said.
Sumo deadlifts – 12, 10, 8, 8 rep pattern 4 sets
Hip thrust machine (banded) – 10-12 reps with 5-8 pulse reps 4 sets
Abductions – 20 reps 4 sets
Toes-Elevated dumbbell Romanian deadlifts – 12 reps 4 sets
Sumo Squats – 12 reps 4 sets
Reverse squat – 10-12 reps 4 sets
banded/bodyweight hyperextensions – to failure
Sumo deadlifts
“We are starting off with sumo deadlifts. I love sumo deadlifts. I’m much stronger in them and I feel them not so much in my back, I feel it all in my legs and hamstrings. So, when I do deadlifts, I tend to not do deadlifts on back day, I tend to do my deadlifts on ham and glute day. So, we’re doing a sumo stance, the reps, I generally stay a little bit higher.”
“When you come up, I want you to really focus on thrusting those hips forward. When you do that, your butt will squeeze.”
Hip Thrust machine (banded)
“The whole point of this is it’s pushing your knees in. So, you actually have to engage your glutes even more by keeping your knees out. So, it’s just adding more tension to the glutes, which we’re always hitting a glute exercise so we’re going to go 10 to 12 reps on the hip thrust with the hip band. Once you get 10, we’re going to add let’s say five to eight pulses at the top. Just little half reps.”
Dana Linn Bailey shared that if you don’t have access to a hip thrust machine, try a barbell variation.
“If you don’t have a hip thrust machine, you can do this all on a barbell,” said DLB.
Abductions
“Abductions. So, now we’re trying to get our knees as far away as we possibly can. 20 reps here, holding for a good two-second count on each one. And your butt will be on fire.”
Toes-Elevated dumbbell Romanian deadlifts
“A little superset. One of my other favorite little supersets I do. We’re going toes elevated dumbbell RDLs. The reason we have our toes elevated if you’re like me – I’m pretty flexible, most girls, we’re pretty flexible. If you’re not as flexible, do it with your feet flat. This is just going to add a little more stretch in your calf, Achilles, and a little more stretch in the hamstrings. 12 reps here.”
Sumo Squats
“Sumo squats. So, the way I do it, if you prefer holding it this way [vertical] this isn’t going to be much of a squat, you would have to elevate yourself. So I keep the dumbbell that way [horizontal]. I want you to have a forward lean in your torso just like we talked with Bulgarians.”
Reverse squat
“Hamstring and glute day is all about your basically hinged at the hips the whole time. So we’re going to be facing away and the first part of the movement is you’re going to push your butt back just like you did with those RDLs, push your butt back then you’re going to squat down and you’re going to stay in that leaning torso position instead of being more upright. Upright quads, lean in is hamstring and glutes.”
Banded/bodyweight hyperextensions
“Then, I’m going to go over and do hypers. If you can’t do them at the same time that’s fine. I do this just to save time. We’re doing banded hypers and then drop set to just bodyweight hypers to failure.”
DLB isn’t opposed to working with high-profile names in the sport. Given her status as a former Olympia winner, she loves testing her strength in the company of other bodybuilding veterans. She recently joined hands with trainer Hany Rambod for a brutal FST-7 shoulders workout.
Bailey also teamed up with four-time Mr. Olympia Jay Cutler. Last July, they took part in a tough chest and triceps training session. By the end of the workout, Cutler was not only impressed with Dana’s strength but her endurance as well.
Despite having reached 40 years old, DLB doesn’t appear to be slowing down. Fortunately for her fans, she’s offered a consistent look at her physique as she aims to transform her body. Days ago, Dana revealed that she likely gained muscle ‘if anything.’ However, she plans to increase her cardio in the next few weeks to lean down.
Even though she’s long retired, DLB still attacks training sessions with the same attitude that saw her reach the top of the sport. She encourages anyone watching her videos to follow along as she enters the next stage of her ‘Summer Shredded 4.0’ body transformation challenge.
Watch the full video from DLB’s YouTube channel below:
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Published: 23 July, 2023 | 9:30 AM EDT
11-Year-Old Jordan Mica Lands 80-kg (176.3) Raw & Beltless Squat PR at 2023 USAPL Barbell Brigade Open
It is truly incredible to live in the modern age, where we are able to watch young athletes improve in real time. The ascent of Jordan Mica has been visible for the past few years. Despite being only 11-years-old, Jordan is definitely the future of powerlifting, which is evident by how much weight he is lifting already. Well, most recently, Jordan Mica set a brand new squat PR of 80 kilograms (176.3 pounds), with the lift then shared on Instagram.
Jordan Mica’s new squat PR is far from usual since he used minimal equipment, even for someone competing in the raw division. His 80-kilogram (176.3-pound) lift was performed without a lifting belt. So, he only utilized knee sleeves to complete the heaviest squat of his career.
Jordan Mica set his new personal record at the 2023 USA Powerlifting Barbell Brigade Open, which took place on July 22, in Los Angeles, CA.
Watch the squat here:
Related: 10-Year-Old Jordan Mica Sets Three USAPL State Records At 2023 Third Street Barbell Open
Jordan Mica’s Full Performance
Jordan Mica weighed in at only 53.4 kilograms (117.7 pounds) for the competition and walked away with a perfect performance, successfully completing all nine attempts. Moreover, Jordan set a new personal record in each of the three events, as well as the Total, making this his greatest appearance yet.
Squat
67.5 kilograms (148.8 pounds)
75 kilograms (165.4 pounds)
80 kilograms (176.4 pounds) — Personal Record
Bench Press
35 kilograms (77.2 pounds)
40 kilograms (88.2 pounds)
42.5 kilograms (93.7 pounds) — Personal Record
Deadlift
75 kilograms (165.4 pounds)
87.5 kilograms (192.9 pounds)
90 kilograms (198.4 pounds) — Personal Record
Total — 212.5 kilograms (468.5 pounds) — Personal Record
“Patience and recovery was key for this prep, as we balanced wrestling, jiu-jitsu and strength training. Managing workout intensity and focusing on technique was the focus and it payed off for him”
Watch all of Jordan’s lifts here:
Related: 10-Year-Old Powerlifter Jordan Mica Sets New Deadlift & Squat California State Records
Jordan Mica’s Competition History
Personal Bests
Equip
Squat
Bench
Deadlift
Total
Dots
Raw
170.9
82.7
170.9
446.4
196.48
Competition Results
Place
Fed
Date
Competition
Division
Total
Dots
1
USAPL
2023-02-04
Third Street Barbell Open
MR-Y2
446.4
196.48
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Third Street Barbell Open
Division
MR-Y2
Age
~10.5
Equipment
Raw
Class
114.6
Weight
113.1
Squat
137.8
154.3
170.9
170.9
Bench
71.7
82.7
-88.2
82.7
Deadlift
154.3
176.4
192.9
192.9
GLP
36.12
1
USAPL
2022-08-13
California State Championships
MR-Y2
429.9
191
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State Championships
Division
MR-Y2
Age
10
Equipment
Raw
Class
114.6
Weight
112
Squat
132.3
143.3
159.8
159.8
Bench
66.1
77.2
82.7
82.7
Deadlift
148.8
170.9
187.4
187.4
GLP
34.97
1
USAPL
2021-11-06
Warcat Open
MR-Y1
352.7
167.99
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Warcat Open
Division
MR-Y1
Age
9
Equipment
Raw
Class
105.8
Weight
104.5
Squat
115.7
126.8
137.8
137.8
Bench
55.1
66.1
-75
66.1
Deadlift
126.8
148.8
-176.4
148.8
GLP
29.78
1
USAPL
2021-09-18
California State Championships
MR-Y1
370.4
180.37
Location
USA-CA
Competition
California State Championships
Division
MR-Y1
Age
9
Equipment
Raw
Class
105.8
Weight
102.3
Squat
110.2
121.3
132.3
132.3
Bench
55.1
61.7
72.8
72.8
Deadlift
137.8
165.3
-183
165.3
GLP
31.63
1
USAPL
2021-07-31
WARCATs Iron Initiative
MR-Y1
336.2
166.8
Location
USA-CA
Competition
WARCATs Iron Initiative
Division
MR-Y1
Age
9
Equipment
Raw
Class
105.8
Weight
100.5
Squat
104.7
110.2
121.3
121.3
Bench
55.1
60.6
-72.8
60.6
Deadlift
132.3
148.8
154.3
154.3
GLP
28.99
1
NORCAL
2019-11-10
State Open
Kids 6-7
297.6
166.56
Location
USA-CA
Competition
State Open
Division
Kids 6-7
Age
7
Equipment
Raw
Class
97
Weight
90.4
Squat
82.7
88.2
93.7
93.7
Bench
55.1
60.6
60.6
Deadlift
126.8
132.3
143.3
143.3
GLP
27.16
1
NORCAL
2019-08-03
Open Diversity
Kids 6-7
270.1
155.71
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Open Diversity
Division
Kids 6-7
Age
7
Equipment
Raw
Class
97
Weight
86.6
Squat
77.2
82.7
88.2
88.2
Bench
44.1
55.1
55.1
Deadlift
115.7
121.3
126.8
126.8
GLP
25.22
1
NORCAL
2019-04-14
Powerlifting Open
Kids 6-7
231.5
133.47
Location
USA-CA
Competition
Powerlifting Open
Division
Kids 6-7
Age
7
Equipment
Raw
Class
77.2
Weight
76.2
Squat
55.1
66.1
77.2
77.2
Bench
33.1
38.6
44.1
44.1
Deadlift
88.2
93.7
110.2
110.2
Data Source: Open Powerlifting. Last Updated: April 12, 2023
Analyze Lifts
As per the Instagram profile of Jordan Mica, which is managed by his parents and manager, he is currently ranked as the greatest Youth powerlifter in the USAPL. Moreover, he took part in nine competitions before he turned 10-years-old, and has since added a few more appearances to his name. He is often victorious, making it just a matter of time until he reaches his first world record-breaking lift.
Joran Mica is a multi-sport athlete, which is why he has to manage his time extremely well. Jordan also takes powerlifting breaks, which last about two months each year, as they aid in his proper recovery and promote growth. This approach to powerlifting is obviously working out, as Jordan is easily lifting what much older boys could not.
Published: 23 July, 2023 | 9:17 AM EDT
2023 Musclecontest Zhanna Rotar Pro Results and Scorecard
The 2023 Musclecontest Zhanna Rotar Pro took place on July 22 and served as a qualifying event for this year’s Olympia contest. Competitors from the Figure category met in Anaheim, California to battle for supremacy.
Time is running out to guarantee entry to the 2023 Mr. Olympia competition. Athletes have until Oct. 9 to secure their spots, which can only be achieved by winning a pro show. Unlike in 2022, bodybuilders haven’t had the opportunity to earn points for an Olympia invite, therefore only Pro show winners will have a chance to shine on the Olympia stage.
The 2023 Mr. Olympia show will take over Orlando, Florida from Nov. 2-5, inside the Orange County Convention Center. After a series of close comparisons during prejudging and the finals this weekend, Ericka Morales Morgan emerged victorious. Therefore, she will battle with the reigning six-time Figure Olympia Cydney Gillon later this year.
2023 Musclecontest Zhanna Rotar Pro Results
Figure
Winner — Ericka Morales Morgan
Second Place — Paula Rojo
Third Place — Wendy Fortino
Fourth Place — Zulfiya Bitiyeva
Fifth Place — Oyku Basar
Sixth Place — Osiris Trumpe
Seventh Place — Desiree Alferes
Eighth Place — Jessica Baltazar
Ninth Place — Xin Qi
Tenth Place — Jossie Alarcon
Figure Competitors List
Jossie Alarcon Tustin, California
Desiree Alferes Sacramento, California
Jessica Baltazar La Quinta, California
Oyku Basar Turkey
Kara Bennitt Fontana, California
Zulfiya Bitiyeva Kazakhstan
Christine Cave Concord, California
Jennifer Delgado-Martin Boulder City, Nevada
Wendy Fortino Oceanside, California
Dr. Adrienne Matthews Chaska, Minnesota
Ericka Morales Morgan Guatemala
Xin Qi Monterey Park, California
Paula Rojo Parkland, Florida
Osiris Trumpe San Marcos, California
2023 Musclecontest Zhanna Rotar Pro Scorecard
Fitness Volt congratulates the winner! We look forward to seeing you perform under the bright lights on the Olympia stage in Nov.
Published: 23 July, 2023 | 3:02 AM EDT
Rauno Heinla Sets a 540-kg (1,190.5-lb) 18-Inch Deadlift World Record
Despite being 41 years old, Rauno Heinla continues to compete effortlessly against much younger athletes in the Strongman circuit. He stands out particularly in the deadlift, where he exhibits extraordinary strength, potentially making him the strongest deadlifter alive. He has now once again found improvement in this event, having set a 540-kilogram (1,190.5-pound) 18-inch Deadlift World Record. He immediately turned to Instagram in order to share the feat of strength with his fans.
Rauno Heinla competed at the 2023 Tartu Rammumees ja Rammunaine competition, which took place in Tartu, Estonia, on July 22nd. Apparently, he competed only for the purpose of breaking the record, which he very successfully achieved.
Rauno Heinla put on a lifting belt and figure-eight lifting straps to complete this lift. He also did not wear any shoes in order to make the lift just a bit easier. He then took the position and started pulling. The 540 kilograms (1,190.5 pounds) flew up, as Rauno showed no signs of struggle.
The previous 18-inch Deadlift World Record was held by Oleksii Novikov, who locked out 537.5 kilograms (1,185 pounds) at the 2020 World’s Strongest Man. In fact, Oleksii congratulated Rauno Heinla on his new World Record in the comments section of the post.
Watch Rauno Heinla’s lift here:
Related: Strongman Rauno Heinla Tries Sumo Deadlifts And Locks Out Massive 450-kg (992-lb)
Many of Rauno Heinla’s fans commented that his 540-kilogram (1,190.5-pound) 18-inch Deadlift World Record looked very easy. So, Rauno responded to one comment and revealed what he thinks.
“You made that look easy!! ????” wrote one commenter.
“it was ?” responded Rauno Heinla.
This was Rauno Heinla’s third Deadlift World Record in a span of just over one year. He first set a new Silver Dollar Deadlift World Record of 580 kilograms (1,278.7 pounds) in June 2022. He then followed it up with a Masters Deadlift World Record on a standard barbell, which came out to 476 kilograms (1,049.4 pounds) just two months later.
Rauno took part in 51 International Strongman competitions during his 14 years of competing and won four of them. He also won six National Championships, which earned him the title of Estonia’s Strongest Man.
Rauno Heinla has spent some time battling injuries and illnesses. Thankfully, that is no longer an issue as Rauno is healthy and preparing for the 2023 Giants Live World Open & Deadlift World Championships on September 2nd.
Related: Strongman Rauno Heinla Deadlifts 420-kg (925.9-lb) For Mind-Blowing Four Reps
Rauno Heinla will also be battling for the title of 2023 World’s Strongest Master at the OSG Games in December of this year. He is definitely one of the favorites, especially now after setting the 540-kilogram (1,190.5-pound) 18-inch Deadlift World Record. With three records under his belt, it will be interesting to see what goals Rauno will chase in the future.
Published: 22 July, 2023 | 3:01 PM EDT
2023 World’s Strongest Nation Lineups Revealed
The 2023 World’s Strongest Nation competition will take place on November 18th at the M&S Bank Arena in Liverpool, England. After a successful debut last year, Giants Live and the fans are looking forward to a great show this year as well. Both teams UK & USA will consist of nine athletes, including their respective captains, Eddie Hall and Martins Licis. Giants Live has now made the complete lineups public on Instagram.
The athletes from each team will have to perform some events individually and some events as a group. So, Eddie Hall and Martins Licis had to pick out those who would fit in the best. In the end, both teams consisted of five Strongman athletes and four Strongwoman athletes.
2023 World’s Strongest Nation Lineups
TEAM UK
Eddie Hall — Captain
Tom Stoltman
Donna Moore
Luke Stoltman
Andrea Thompson
Mark Felix
Rebecca Roberts
Gavin Bilton
Lucy Underdown
TEAM USA
Martins Licis — Captain
Trey Mitchell
Gabi Dixson
Evan Singleton
Kevin Faires
Nadia Stowers
Inez Carrasquillo
Victoria Long
Spenser Remick
Related: Brian Shaw Announces That The Winner of 2023 Shaw Classic Will Be Crowned as ‘Strongest Man On Earth’
Lineups Overview
Team UK
The captain of Team UK needs little introduction, since he is one of the biggest personalities in the history of Strongman. Eddie Hall got famous by winning the 2017 World’s Strongest Man competition and becoming the first man to deadlift 500 kilograms (1,102.3 pounds) in 2016.
Tom Stoltman is also a member of Team UK and a 2x WSM champion. So he is probably the greatest athlete in the entire lineup. Moreover, Tom’s brother, Luke Stoltman, is also a member of Team UK. Luke’s most notable result is winning the 2021 Europe’s Strongest Man competition.
Mark Felix and Gavin Bilton are the two men who make up the other two spots on Team UK. Mark is a legend of Strongman in his own way, with most people recognizing him for his grip strength. Gavin Bilton, however, is currently in the best shape of his life, having recently claimed his first international victory.
The women of Team UK are nothing less impressive than the men, as the first out of the four is Donna Moore, the 3x World’s Strongest Woman. Another WSW Champion and a member of Team UK is Andrea Thompson. She is also known for her incredible overhead strength, having held the Log Lift World Record in the past.
Team UK also boasts the greatest female deadlifter in the world, as Lucy Underdown will be taking part in the 2023 World’s Strongest Nation competition. The final athlete, but no less important than the others, is Rebecca Roberts. Rebecca held the WSW title in 2021, but she was recently also crowned as the 2023 UK’s Strongest Woman.
Team USA
Similar to Team UK, the captain of Team USA is also a former World’s Strongest Man champion. Martins Licis won the competition in 2019, but he had also gotten some other impressive results, like winning competitions like Arnold Strongman Classic and Rogue Invitational.
While Team UK turned to athletes with a great history, Team USA has chosen the path of picking athletes who are currently in incredible shape. So, the first one is Trey Mitchell, the 2x Shaw Classic champion and 2023 North America’s Strongest Man. Another man currently in shape is Evan Singleton, who recently outperformed two WSM champions to win the 2023 Giants Live Strongman Classic.
They will be accompanied by two more men, the first being the Grip King, Kevin Faires. The other man is Spenser Remick, who made his way onto the biggest stage by winning the 2022 Official Strongman Games.
The women’s side of Team USA features Victoria Long, the 2x Arnold Strongwoman Classic champion. The next big name is Inez Carrasquillo, who recently set a brand new Log Lift World Record.
Speaking of record-breakers, Gabi Dixson returns to Team USA after a sensational performance at the 2022 World’s Strongest Nation competition. At that competition, Gabi took part in the Hercules Hold event and outperformed all women and men except Mark Felix.
The final woman that will make an appearance at the 2023 World’s Strongest Nation is Nadia Stowers, also known as the 2x U82KG World’s Strongest Woman.
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The 2023 World’s Strongest Nation competition will feature an incredible lineup, since it seems that there are really no weak links in either team. Last year’s competition proved to be very interesting to watch. So, now that everyone knows what to expect, it should be even better for all athletes and viewers involved.
Published: 22 July, 2023 | 11:50 AM EDT
Joey Swoll Reacts to Woman Mocking Gym-Goer for Going Too Slow on Stairmaster
With gyms and fitness centers a hot spot for viral social media trends, Joey Swoll has been a busy man. In his latest attempt to correct poor gym etiquette, Swoll took issue with a woman who shamed a gym-goer for failing to keep up with her pace on the Stairmaster machine.
Over the last few years, Joey Swoll has become popular in the fitness sector for his continued fight against what he calls ‘toxic gym culture.’ Swoll makes it his top priority to defend people who have become the victim of ruthless attacks, whether it be online or in-person. Ultimately, Swoll wants to see gyms turn into more welcoming places.
Even bodybuilders have begun to encounter issues at the gym. NPC bodybuilder Charly Young was unfortunately involved in a strange mix-up recently. While posing shirtless in front of a mirror, a man started fighting with Charly. While Young’s gym allowed for posing, some don’t. Regardless, Young handled the moment of aggression with class. Swoll later commended his mature behavior.
This is far from Swoll’s first video taking a shot at someone recording at the gym. One of the last times fans heard from Joey, he stressed that public gyms aren’t private studios for influencers. Moreover, he said recording at the gym shouldn’t be a concern for everyone there aiming to work out.
Joey Swoll to Woman Mocking Slower Gym-Goer: ‘She’s Trying to Better Herself, Take a Page Out of Her Book’
Swoll believes recording people without their permission is never acceptable. In the Instagram video, the lady was attempting to market a caffeine product, but Swoll said she went about it disrespectfully.
“So you want to film that woman to post on social media to shame her, to make fun of the way she works out all for what? For some likes and attention? To act as if you’re better than her and you’re working harder all because you’re going faster. And to sell a product? Really? You’re a grown woman at the gym and you don’t know better than to treat people this way?
And I checked Caffeine Army USA’s page, I’m pretty sure this isn’t the message they want to put out there to sell their product. You know, I’m a pretty fit person but I have a bad knee. I guarantee there are days where that woman you’re filming would smoke me on stairs. Maybe she has a bad knee, it doesn’t matter.
All that matters is she’s in the gym working hard trying to better herself, you know, you could take a page out of her book,” said Joey Swoll.
This wasn’t the first time an influencer fell into Joey’s crosshairs as a result of a rude gym encounter. Back in Feb., Swoll called out a TikTok influencer after she mocked an elderly man performing strikes on a heavy bag at his local gym. Again, Swoll highlighted that people online need to stop recording others unjustly for likes and attention.
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Given that people exercise at gyms for a variety of reasons, Swoll hopes his latest subject changes her ways. Many lifters and gym-goers experience injuries, which can obviously affect the way in which a workout is performed. In the months to come, Swoll aims to continue fighting against poor gym etiquette as his movement has gained traction. Even Arnold Schwarzenegger has taken notice of Swoll’s efforts lately.
Published: 22 July, 2023 | 11:51 AM EDT
Breon Ansley Shares Full Day of Eating for 212 Splash & Push-Day Workout
American bodybuilder Breon Ansley made a name for himself with his insane conditioning as a Classic Physique competitor. He’s currently gearing up for a switch to the Men’s 212 division in his next outing. In a recent YouTube video, Ansley laid out his full day of eating 20 weeks from the 2023 Mr. Olympia.
Breon Ansley first rose to prominence for his refined muscle quality and symmetry in the Classic Physique division after taking home the top prize at the 2017 Mr. Olympia. He extended his reign of dominance with a stunning victory at the 2018 Arnold Sports Festival before securing his second Olympia title by defeating future champion Chris Bumstead at the 2018 Mr. Olympia.
Ansley fell out of favor with the judges in 2019 as Bumstead dethroned the former two-time champion. After picking up two consecutive bronze medals over the next two years, there was speculation about whether Ansley was eyeing a move out of Classic Physique.
In Sep. 2022, Ansley presented a massive physique in a guest posing appearance at the NPC AL State Championships. Considering how much muscle Ansley had added to his frame, rumors swirled that he would return to the Men’s 212 division, where he first began competing as a Pro.
During the build-up to the 2022 Mr. Olympia, ’The Black Swan’ confirmed his plan to move to 212 even if he reclaimed the Classic Physique title. He expressed concerns about the weight caps in Classic Physique, which restrict his potential to grow.
In the end, Breon Ansley slotted in fourth place and Bumstead won his fourth title at the 2022 Mr. Olympia. Following the show, Ansley lauded ‘CBum’ for his immense achievements in the division to wrap up their six-year-long competitive rivalry.
Breon Ansley Shares Full Day of Eating in Prep 20 Weeks Out from 2023 Mr. Olympia
In a recent YouTube video, Breon Ansley shared his full day of eating while in prep 20 weeks out from the 2023 Mr. Olympia. He had been following the diet for four weeks and plans to continue it for another four weeks and tweak it based on the results.
Meal 1:
4oz of chicken,
1/2 cup cream of rice
2 whole eggs
Morning Shake
1 scoop of Collagen Hyaluronic Acid
L-Glutamine (10g)
Meal 2:
8oz of chicken
1 and a 1/2 cup of rice
Pre-workout Shake:
25g Karbolyn Hydrate
20g Yavalabs BCAA
Meal 3 (post-workout):
6oz bison
130-140 grams mashed sweet potato
Meal 4:
6oz salmon
1/4 almonds
Meal 5:
8oz chicken
1 and a 1/2 cup of rice
Night Shake:
1-2 tbsp Psyllium Fiber
4oz greek yogurt
4oz pure tart cherry juice
1 cup of berries
2 scoops Pure Iso Whey
1 scoop of Collagen Hyaluronic Acid
L-Glutamine (10g)
He also detailed the push-day workout he performed targeting the chest, triceps, and shoulders.
Hammer Strength Incline Press
Hammer Strength Decline Press
Incline Dumbbell Press
Hammer Strength Shoulder Press
Upright Rows
Dead Skull
Pull Down
Overhead Extension
Breon Ansley revealed he would pack on 10 more pounds of muscle mass for his anticipated move to 212 last month. He opened up on his game plan to make a successful switch and expressed relief in knowing he won’t sacrifice any muscle mass adhering to a weight cap. Then, he partnered with fitness influencer Tristyn Lee for a brutal pull-day workout a week later.
Aside from contest prep, Ansley has also offered his off-season diet plan. He showcased his full day of eating and explained that he was able to have one meal of choice per day. If his track record is any indication, Ansley will bring his best form when he steps on stage to make a splash in the Men’s 212 category.
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Published: 22 July, 2023 | 11:07 AM EDT