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I will go over some of the main events in a typical strongman competition, and
how to simulate them in your neighborhood gym.

Not having every possible implement in your gym is no excuse for showing up to a strongman competition unprepared.

The Deadlift

The deadlift is the bread and butter of the strongman competitor’s
training. There will be some sort of deadlift variation in every contest, so if
you want to be competitive in the sport, the deadlift is where to begin.

You can train the deadlift in almost any gym, since you only need a bar and
plates. Deadlift at least one day per week, building up to a heavy weight on
working sets. If your deadlift is weak, add a second day of programming that
includes a different variation (deficit, banded, paused, etc.) at a lighter weight.

Ditch the straps. Grip and forearm strength will take you a long way in this
sport, and there is no sense in missing out on extra grip work while training. If
straps are permitted in a contest, make sure to practice with them first, but do
the majority of your deadlift training strap-less.