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Mastering Strongman: A Training Guide For 40+ Strongman Athletes
As young athletes, we all felt invincible and capable of overcoming any physical challenge. As we age, though, the need to train smarter becomes increasingly important. In this must-read book about strongman training, Mike Lohman and Ken McClelland (a two-time world champion and four-time national champion) discuss how masters strongman athletes can structure a training plan and prioritize their recovery to stay healthy and remain active in the sport for many years.
This guide offers invaluable insight and advice regarding the required mindset to be successful in strongman, the importance of proper warm-ups, finding a coach, setting goals for training and competitions, and how to be strategic on the day of a contest.
With more than three decades of combined experience as strongman athletes and coaches, Mike and Ken present their knowledge in a straightforward, common-sense manner that’s appropriate for new and experienced strongman athletes.
This guide offers invaluable insight and advice regarding the required mindset to be successful in strongman, the importance of proper warm-ups, finding a coach, setting goals for training and competitions, and how to be strategic on the day of a contest.
With more than three decades of combined experience as strongman athletes and coaches, Mike and Ken present their knowledge in a straightforward, common-sense manner that’s appropriate for new and experienced strongman athletes.
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Published March 10, 2024
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April 27, 2026
Excellent book from seasoned strongmen focused on preventing injury and enhancing longevity in the sport. The authors provide a number of coaching tips along the way, including event strategies, equipment guidance, and exercise selection, which makes it both practical and engaging.
Chapter 8 dives into training plan templates and offers three solid options along with the associated lifts. However, what’s missing is a clear recommendation for sets and rep ranges. Considering that many 40+ athletes are specifically looking for guidance on longevity, this feels like one of the most important areas that could have been expanded.
That said, the book does include plenty of valuable general guidance, emphasizing not burning yourself out, listening to your body, and addressing injuries proactively. It leans more toward overarching principles and hard-earned wisdom rather than a strict, prescriptive program.
Overall, it’s an enjoyable and worthwhile read, and you’ll walk away with some genuinely sage advice from legends in the sport.
Chapter 8 dives into training plan templates and offers three solid options along with the associated lifts. However, what’s missing is a clear recommendation for sets and rep ranges. Considering that many 40+ athletes are specifically looking for guidance on longevity, this feels like one of the most important areas that could have been expanded.
That said, the book does include plenty of valuable general guidance, emphasizing not burning yourself out, listening to your body, and addressing injuries proactively. It leans more toward overarching principles and hard-earned wisdom rather than a strict, prescriptive program.
Overall, it’s an enjoyable and worthwhile read, and you’ll walk away with some genuinely sage advice from legends in the sport.
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