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There’s a good chance that, due to my excitement, this post may jump all over the place, so I ask that y’all hang in there with me on this one. If y’all read my earlier post on the upcoming SM certification, you could probably tell that I was STOKED to be participating in this event! It’s not very often you get to be in the presence of such an icon in the strength game as Rob Orlando. That was a major draw for me, but it was only one of the many amazing factors that went into creating such an amazing experience for me. I learned some new stuff for sure….a lot of it I’ve been utilizing and coaching for some time now, but it was really powerful for me to be reassured that my training style/methods are right in line with Rob O’s theory. I posted the video above a couple days ago that illustrated the simplicity, yet pure effectiveness of his methodology. That video was reassuring for sure, but to hear Rob, himself share his position on training modes, methods, and philosophy was priceless. I’ll put it this way – it’s like having one of your favorite coaches or teachers tell you that you’re doing things right and that you’re doing a great job! Hopefully that makes sense, but all you really need to know is that I AM FIRED UP to pump out some seriously badass and powerful SWODs and blog posts/videos for y’all. Rob’s passion for the sport of STRONGMAN is radiant. It is truly contagious. And the coolest thing is that he’s doing it for all the right reasons. He’s not about making money, or pumping out his name…In fact, he is probably one of the most humble and down-to-earth guys I’ve been around.

No, he does this shit for the same reason I do what I do….. HE LOVES EVERYTHING ABOUT IT!!! He loves being able to share the gift of strength with people, regardless of their current fitness/strength level. He does it to add value to the lives of others – a quality he shares with another idol of mine, Zach Even-Esh. Not only that, but Rob’s staff was top-notch!!! Their passion, enthusiasm, and overall energy was off the charts. All of these factors culminated into a unforgettable experience for each and every person there today. And, I can’t forget to mention, the 57 other individuals that played full-out wereOUTSTANDING as well. Rob and his staff said it themselves…Our group was one of the best that they have ever had! The skill and strength level of the group as a whole was only surpassed by our energy. Plain and simple…this is one of those things that YOU MUST DO if you’re serious about strength. You owe it to yourself, and to those that you affect, to sign up and play all-out.

The 4:30pm Kids Class is cancelled as the majority of the staff will be on their way to Texas for a strongman seminar. 

 The 5:30pm class is pushed back until 5:45pm.

 The 6:30pm class will go on as scheduled.

 For the weekend, the schedule remains in tact as usual.

 Sorry for any inconvenience.

Register Here….

Event 1—90 Second Time Cap

Farmer’s Carry x 50 feet, Keg Carry x 50 feet, Backward Tire Drag x 50 feet

Men’s Divisions

Under 175 Class–175, 200, 125

Under 200 Class–200, 225, 150

Under 231 Class–230, 250, 170

Over 232 Class–260, 275, 185

Women’s Divisions

Under 130 Class–95, 100, 75

Under 155 Class–125, 125, 90

Over 156 Class–145, 156, 105

Event 2—90 Second AMRAP

Yoke Carry x Max distance in 90 seconds

Men’s Divisions

Under 175 Class–525

Under 200 Class–575

Under 231 Class–625

Over 232 Class–700

Women’s Divisions

Under 130 Class–250

Under 155 Class–320

Over 156 Class–360

Event 3—90 Second AMRAP

Atlas Stone Over 48” Bar(No Tacky)

Men’s Divisions

Under 175 Class–175

Under 200 Class–215

Under 231 Class–228

Over 232 Class–245

Women’s Divisions

Under 130 Class–115

Under 155 Class–130

Over 156 Class–145

Event 4—90 Second Cap—Sponsored by Brute Force Sandbags

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Overhead Press Medley x 1 rep each implement

Sandbag, Dumbbell, Axle, Log, Barbell

Men’s Divisions

Under 175 Class–120, 100, 180, 180, 205

Under 200 Class–140, 110, 200, 200, 225

Under 231 Class–160, 130, 220, 220, 245

Over 232 Class–180, 150, 240, 240, 265

Women’s Divisions

Under 130 Class–70, 55, 105, 95, 135

Under 155 Class–85, 65, 115, 110, 145

Over 156 Class–100, 75, 125, 120, 155

Event 5—3 Minute AMRAP—Sponsored by Progenex Recovery 

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Front Squat Ladder(from the rack)

Athletes must re-rack the bar after each successful round.  Example–1 rep/re-rack/2 reps/re-rack/3 reps/re-rack etc..

Men’s Divisions

Under 175–185

Under 200–205

Under 231–235

Over 232–255

Women’s Divisions

Under 130–115

Under 155–125

Over 156–135

The closest hotel to stay at is the Stamford Marriott (for travelers). People who arrive Friday are welcome to swing by the gym if we’re open!!!

 to enter,visit this link : 2012 Strongman Competition

Click here to view the video on YouTube.

Please pass this along to anyone who you know comes to the gym on Saturdays so they do not show up only to find the gym not open for classes.

Thanks!