Team Iron Behemoths

NutriFirst at Bugis Junction

2009-10-22T23:26:00.001+08:00

NutriFirst, our supplement sponsor, has a booth at Bugis Junction til Sunday 25/10/09. Do visit them for great deals on various products from 11am to 9pm.

Structured Strongman Training Sessions Highlights - Strongman Log Press and Powerlifting Club Deadlifts

2009-10-04T23:24:00.000+08:00

How does it feel to "Gorilla Press another member of the human race" over your head like we all remember the Ultimate Warrior doing to his opponents in the wrestling ring on our television screens back in the day?

Indeed many of us will never find out.

Manhandling someone overhead isn't the most viable of stress release channels in Singapore.

But the closest thing to it - would be to do that to our Log!

The only Strongman Log Press in Singapore, as we know it!

Here are the highlights of the week's session.

Mitch, a student, maybe thinking about his teacher.

Ryan, a teacher, probably thinking about his students.

Maybe his Head of Department too.

Kevin, an NSman, could be reacalling fond memories of his Sergeant.

Cyborg definitely thinking about Megatron!

What will you think of when you try your hand at Log Pressing?

Come on over and find out!

Powerlifting Club Deadlifts

We at Team Iron Behemoths are crazy for cookies!

Not the kind with sugar coated rainbow sprinkles though.

Our 100% pure sun baked metal cookies are coated with a thin layer of tasteless, inedible rubber and weigh 2okg a piece!

Still, we can't stop having more by the week at our Powerlifting Club!

The delectable term first came about in a Bench session between a former American UN Peacekeeper and The HULK back in the year 2000.

Oddly enough, the gunslinger was now a language lecturer and the HULK was still a student, still a Bruce Banner burying himself in books.

While piling on the plates for a final 160kg set, out of Stephen Ryan came the immortal words,

"Doesn't that 20kg plate look like a giant cookie to you?"

Samuel "The Student" Lim concured.

And the rest is local Powerlifting history!

Here are the proud inductees of the Cookie Club this week -

Strongman Spotlight

And a new member in the 4 Cookie Club?

Some coaching by the team for a strong and safe blastoff.

We build your PB over here.

Welcome to the party, Raphael!

A 180kg personal best sees you in the Spotlight this week!

This is what he jubilantly wrote in to say after -

"I do a lot of deadlifts over the year, but Team Iron Behemoths corrected me on my form as well as improve on my technique. I was steadily hitting 150kg to 160kg back in the past, but that was my plateau. Just recently, with the encouragement from everyone and the advice given to correct my form, I've successfully hit a deadlift PB of 180kg! I'm very satisfied with this result and I'm looking forward to hitting a 200kg in the future with the Behemoths! Thanks to everyone who was there to encourage! If you wanna get stronger the safe way, look no further, Team Iron Behemoths is always here! Cheers!" - Ralph, 17

We appreciate the pat on the back, Ralph. Keep it up!

We have a good feeling you'll be writing in about more Personal Bests to come, after all, you've only been here for less than a month!

Give yourself a shot at getting Stronger with us like Raphael!

Simply email teamironbehemoths@gmail.com or call/text 91011721 to book your FREE First Timer Trial Session now!

Introducing our Behemoth Belles!

2009-09-20T23:17:00.000+08:00

Calling all Ladies!

If what you're currently stuck with is getting stale and boring (not talking about your tiny, whiny boyfriends here), you're in luck!

We mean if whatever you're currently doing is getting montonous and old (your training routine!), Team Iron Behemoths is here to help!

Introducing our Behemoth Belles -The Ladies Fitness Division of Team Iron Behemoths.

We are here to bring the fun back into your training!

Using Strong(Wo)man implements and disciplines such as tyre flipping, sleds, logs and a whole bevy of other free weight equipment to give you a cardio, toning and strength workout like no other - You can expect to burn calories like you've never had before!

Especially in the greenery of an open park with fresh air and the sun on your skin.

Think jogging in the park but only burning more calories while toning up and strengthening the entire body. We make it safe with our experience in adjusting the weight to something you're comfortable with so that you're able to enjoy a custom workout whatever your strength level is -beginner, intermediate or She-Hulk!

We are also very proud to have 2009's National Bodyfitness Champion and 4th placer in the recent Asian Championships, Miss Angelina Tan among our ranks to help coach the Behemoth Belles.

Here's Angelina sharing how the Push Sled hits your ABTs (Abs, Buns and Thighs), not to mention toning your arms and giving one heck of a cardio workout at the same time!

No wonder it's a favourite of the Ladies!

Under Angelina's watchful eyes, Shi Qi, our very first female member, completes 20m on the Push Sled with poise!

Strong(Wo)men Spotlight

Newcomer Monica is one of the finest and fittest we've had over at our Behemoths lair. Seen here getting a workout with a 2 Cookie (40kg) Sled.

Working her core muscles and toning her legs, stride after graceful stride on our Strongman Yoke!

Tackling 250kg Tyre Flips.

Attempting the Log Press.

And achieving success!

Can you even count the number of calories she burnt doing that?

Mel , a regular, doesn't just sit there looking pretty.

She squats pretty as well.

First timer, April, attempts flipping our beginners tire with the help of the HULK.

Gutsy girl she is!

April, we mean, not the Hulk!

Sam just lending a hand for safety while April drives the tyre up with pure Girl Power!

Sweet Victory! Big smiles! Mega calories burnt!

The trick to Farmer's Walking is just imagining you're walking out of LV with two of their biggest bags in hand. Both utillises grip strength and tone the triceps but it wouldnt burn a hole in your trackpants over here.

Sam demonstrating the log press.

And April (Wo)manhandles on the first try!

Remember guys, you can't afford to upset a strong girl! Especially a Behemoth Belle!

Kettlebells are great for hip activation. Something Shakira showed the world in her music videos minus the bells.

Saturday in the park: Good ol' playground fun.

You can have a ball of a time when you bring your friend too.

Immelia gets in some action as well! Even in the lovely dress she's wearing.

Now can you even count the number of calories you've burnt just from watching our Belles do all that?

Chances are very high you'll burn more than you've ever had if you join us for a session like the lovely ladies above!

Speed up your progress by simply mailing us at teamironbehemoths@gmail.com or call/text 91011721 to book your FREE First Timer Trial Session now!

We train Saturdays 1030am at Hong Lim Park (Clarke Quay Mrt Exit A).

A new you awaits!

Halloween Run 2009

2009-10-18T23:59:00.000+08:00

Team Iron Behemoths is proud to be an event sponsor of this year's Halloween Run.

Our affliation with Telok Ayer Green Hong Lim Community Centre runs deeper than just being the host venue for our weekly Strongman Sessions. It is a place where we are building STRONGER ties with people of all ages and races through our interaction with the community at large.

We are proud to be in partnership with both the Youth and Senior Citizens Committee and and it is getting STRONGER by the day.

Just like our quads and calves! (Sorry we couldn't resist. In fact, we are pretty proud of that too!)

All members and participants of the run, please be reminded to collect your Number Tags and Race Top this Saturday.

See ya there!

Mini-Expo :

Collecting Of Number Tags & Sporty Pack

Date: 24 October 09'

Day: Saturday

Time: 3.00pm - 10.00pm (3pm-5pm For Tag 001-050)(6pm-9.45pm For Tag 051-100)

Venue: Telok Ayer Hong Lim Green CC, Balcony Point Level 2

For more details, please visit http://halloweenrun.blogspot.com/

The team would like to thank Iruz for this opportunity and we look forward to future collaborations.

Team Iron Behemoths Powerlifting Club

2009-01-11T23:35:00.003+08:00

Behemoth member, Yoshida, deadlifting an impressive 170kg at the inaugural Powerlifting Club session.

Team Iron Behemoths launches the Official Team Iron Behemoths Powerlifting Club, where members grit their teeth and heave heavy-ass weights in a test of pure, unadulterated strength.

Feel the rush of energy as a whole community of like-minded strength-training enthusiasts cheer you on for your big lifts. Safety is key here - you'll have numerous Strongmen (including The Hulk and The King) as your personal spotters.

We have members from all shapes, sizes, races, ages, strength levels and backgrounds. Some come to learn, others come to share, all get to lift!

You won't get this atmosphere elsewhere!

Online "stats" mean nothing here - you either rack it or you don't.

Anand deadlifts 150kg.

Wei Liang deadlifts 120kg.

Van Sternberg deadlifts a members' record of 190kg!

Go for a Personal Record safely and with confidence cos the bar won't be crashing on you with The HULK n team behind it!

Ryan, showing what he's made of as he benchpresses a PR.

We help you unrack exactly like Powerlifting Legal Competitions.

Vinod going for a 2-plate squat.

Depth before dishonour.

Glen front-squatting 2-cookies.

Keith giving Glen some tips (plus a lil' spot) on the squat.

Think you have what it takes? Then it's time to put the metal where your mouth is. Take your fingers off the keyboard, wrap them around a bar, and lift!

Come on down to Hong Lim Park (Clarke Quay MRT Exit A) on Saturdays at 12pm (after Structured Strongman Training Sessions) and lift a Personal Record!

Just send us an email at teamironbehemoths@gmail.com or call/SMS 91011721 to book your place.

POWERLIFTING USA - AUG 2009

2009-09-05T11:24:00.000+08:00

Special thanks to Wendell Minnick and the entire POWERLIFTING USA team!

In Straits Times - Urban

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Structured Strongman Training Session Highlights: 29 Aug 2009 - Strongman Yoke and Powerlifting Club Squats

2009-08-29T22:48:00.001+08:00

Strongman Spotlight

Now er'body knows what Sam The Hulk can do.
The 50 million cent question is how does he do it?

Why not let the man show you for himself over at our Behemoths Lair in Hong Lim Park!

The ever-loving Hulk shows the members how he got the fastest time for the HomeTeamNS Strongman Yoke Event this year. For his willingness in dispensing advice and friendliness shown towards all the members and for being the jolly green giant that he is - The Hulk has smashed his way into the Strongman Spotlight this week.

Ben seeing to it that the members keep their back straight and core tight before lift off.

Hitting the Strongman Yoke is a sure fire way to build size and strength.
But you gotta be prepared to sweat for it. Check out the drenched shirt!

With the Team behind you cheering you on, how can it not bring out the best in you?

Hey look it's Marius Pudzianowski!

Nah, false alert! Marius's much shorter.

Powerlifting Club - Squats

Tired of seeing 1/4 squats, pseudo parallel and basically just half-assed squats,

Sam shows it's time to get serious about Powerlifting legal Squats.

Depth before dishonour. Hip below crease of knee.

The following are from our 2pm session:

We hold multiple sessions on Saturdays and we welcome all!

Simply email teamironbehemoths@gmail.com or call/text 91011721

to book your FREE First Timer Trial Session now!

Behemoths In The Media- In People's Association Kampong Glam News

2009-06-01T01:39:00.000+08:00

How many people can say they got an MP to do the "Hulk #106" pose?

Sam gets his winning team to strike a pose. MP Ms Denise Phua included!

Behemoths In The Media- HomeTeam NS Magazine

2009-03-07T13:32:00.000+08:00

For two years running, Team Iron Behemoths is proud to be featured in the widely circulated Civil Defence magazine.

Special thanks to the respective editors and photographers who made it possible.

-2009-

From Left to Right: Keith, Ben, Zaidi and Samuel

-2008-

Top Left Square : Van Sternberg

Bottom Right Square: Samuel Lim

Structured Strongman Training Session Highlights: 22 Aug 2009 - Strongman Sled Pulls and Tug of War

2009-08-22T23:07:00.001+08:00

Feel like trying out for the 4 tonne HomeTeamNS Rhino Vehicle Pull Challenge?

And wondering if you'll move it?

Our collective expeience here tells us if you manage to tug our sled successfully with about 240kg on, moving the Rhino will be like a walk in the park (pun intended)!

"Why?"

"Cos the Rhino's got wheels but the Sled doesn't!"

But after some sessions of serious Sled Pulling with us, you'll have a decent pair of wheels (read: legs) on yourself too, Brother!

Ryan, our speedster, straps up for warm up sprints with 80kg.

A new, more efficient starting technique is being put to the test.

The guys exhorting and cheering Kesavan to the finish line.

We have an enviroment that brings out your best!

Despite having only a few structured sessions under his belt, new guy Kesavan can add a 160kg Sled over 15m to his proud list of accomplishments here.

Tug Of War

Our preparation in building a team of members to compete in Tug Of War competitions takes another strong step forward with every session. This Strength Supplementary Drill definitely builds team spirit and cohesiveness like none other.

Our Anchorman, Sam! All 130kg of The Hulk shares some vital pointers with the new members.

And they're off! 1-2 Pull!!!

Strongman Spotlight

First timer, Raphael, 17, goes for a valiant attempt on the 240kg sled and gets a taste of how pulling the HomeTeamNS Rhino will feel like.

For his strong show of spirit, he has earned his spot in today's Strongman Spotlight.

Raphael wrote in to us after the session as well -

"Hi, I would like to write in on my experience at today's session.Personally, I enjoyed it very much! Strongman training was a whole new level compared to conventional gym lifts such as the "Big 3" or HIIT. It seemed to combine everything together, and got my heart pumping pretty hard (Which is a good thing). Throughout the session, I can feel the blood rushing through my veins, and the constant cheerings from everyone spurred me only to work harder. In a nutshell, I would like to commend on Team Iron Behemoths for being marvelous guides and training companions and I look forward to future sessions, getting stronger safely (AND WITHOUT JUICE OF COURSE), with everyone! Cheers!"

We are proud to have you in the team, Raphael! Let's get stronger together!

You, avid reader, are invited to join us for our journey in Strength too!

All are welcome.

Simply book your FREE First Timer Trial Session by email teamironbehemoths@gmail.com or call/text 91011721.

Structured Strongman Training Session Highlights: 15 Aug 2009 - Strongman Tyre Flips (Tertiary Style)

2009-08-15T23:30:00.002+08:00

Sometimes it takes two.

Two people taking on Abigiail the Tyre, that is.

A la the HometeamNS Tertiary Level Tyre Flip Challenge where two teammates combine their strength to flip a 250kg tyre across 20m.

But Abigail is a different MuthaTrucking thing altogether.

Can our members tame her?

You bet your gym membership they can! They are Team Iron Behemoths trained!

The team of Ty and Kev comes in with a very commendable second fastest timing of the session.

Strong(boys) Spotlight

Team Valerie comes in tops with the best timing of the day and set the record for our Tertiary Style Tyre Flips over 20m.

And just a pair of 17yr old Junior College Students at that!

Albeit well trained ones.

Hint: They train with us and you might want to do the same.

Grab a buddy and come on down for your FREE First Timer Trial Session.

To book, simply email us at teamironbehemoths@gmail.com or call/text 91011721.

If they can do it, so can you!

Strength Supplementary Drills- "Behemoth and Bone"

This is our take on the age old 'Dog and Bone' training drill where speed and agility are needed in large amounts. We threw in the need for strength into the mix as well.

The name of the game is to retrieve the ball set equidistant from you and your opponent.

Get the ball back to your base using your speed, agility, strength or all three!

The 100kg Bryan can't stop the Orient Express steamrolling to victory.

Our young guns tussle, not giving an inch to another.

Ryan's speed seals the win.

We too received a winning feedback from all our members for this and we'll be certain throw in more of our Strength Supplemenary Drills in future.

Watch this space!

Or even better make this space yours by joining the fun!

Structured Strongman Training Session Highlights: 8 Aug 2009 - Strongman Farmer's Walk and Powerlifting Club Bench

2009-08-08T21:52:00.002+08:00

Strongmen Spotlight

Double Impact!

Newcomers Mitchell and Ty take the Spotlight today for their herculean efforts in the Farmer's Walk.

Mitchell put in a good timing for the 50kg-a-side pass with all eyes on him.

The Team rising to cheer him on for very respectable 70kg-a-side pass.

Mitchell standing atop 70kg-a-hand farmer's walk victorious.

Ty was not to be outdone though. Such is the atmosphere here that just drives you on!

Ty matched up to his fellow Behemoth with 140kg under his belt and no quit in him.

Kudos to them both and the rest of the members who rose to the occasion.

The reward is in getting stronger!

Powerlifting Club - Bench

The Hulk in the house today addressing "Pressing Issues" - giving pointers and showing the members what a Bench Press ought to be.

Mitchell benches safely with his spotters looking on.

Ty learning to control his breathing while benching.

Kesavan with yet another PB.

But don't get too excited, there's always more to come when you're training with us!

Playing Fetch with a Shot Put too?

Only at Hong Lim Park with Team Iron Behemoths!

To book your FREE First Timer's Trial Session simply email teamironbehemoths@gmail.com or call/text 91011721.

Structured Strongman Training Session Highlights: 1 Aug 2009 - Strongman Tyre Flip

2009-08-01T21:41:00.002+08:00

Strongman Spotlight

Kesavan, 23, wrote in to us wanting to take us up on our FREE First Timer Trial Session. We were happy to oblige. We coached him on tyre flipping techniques and the powerlift of the day, the Deadlift.

Needless to say, we got him a new PR (Personal Record).

This is what we do over here at Team Iron Behemoths.

But don't just take our word for it, here's what Kesavan wrote in to say:

" Thank u....I had my free first timer training session with team behemoth strongman club on 1 Aug 2009. I flipped the 200kg tire for 10 reps and managed to flip the 300kg tire at least once for a rep.I felt proud with my performance.

Then later, suprisingly, i pulled a impossible 130kg deadlift for 1 rep max surpassing my previous 120kg.

The guys there were very motivating and they encouraged me. It was a very fruitful training session.I am looking forward to train with them sooner...."

Make the first step like Kesavan.

Book your FREE Session with us now via email at teamironbehemoths@gmail.com or call/text 91011721.

Structured Strongman Training Session Highlights: 18 Jul 2009 - Strongman Push Sled and Powerlifting Club Squats

2009-07-18T23:42:00.001+08:00

After the utter and complete wipeouts of the previous Push-Sled Session
(http://teamironbehemoths.blogspot.com/2009/06/structured-strongman-training-session_21.html), the question was how were we going to make it even remotely appealing to the members ever again?

The answer is Mel!

With Mel looking on encouragingly, everyone strangely seemed to have an extra spring in their step.

SuperVan makes it there and back in record time.

The rest of the guys stepped up a gear and put in better timings as well.

Of course, the wipeouts were still there. Duh.

But driven on by our improvement in timing, the only thing that appeals to us is our progress in strength!

However many Push Sled wipeouts we shall meet enroute to our goals,
we shall meet it with a smile on our face!

That view is visibly shared across the board.

We bleed in training so that we will win a bloodless war come competition time.

You can never keep a good man down.

Powerlifting Club - Squats

Strong(Wo)man Spotlight

We've never quite seen a lady squat just as fine.

Under the tutelage of Van, this gung ho lady performs the powerlift as it's meant to be.

Well done Mel!

We'd love to see other ladies follow your example!

Dr Squat: Van assists Mel in proper placement of the bar.

And Van makes Mel go parallel. Or is it the other way around?

Hulk showing the members it's all in the hips and not the knees!

And everyone got their turn to try the newfound form under supervision.

Calling all ladies, if you want to take a page from Mel and start squating for the buns, hips and thighs, feel free to come for our FREE First Timers Trial Session.

Simply drop us an email at teamironbehemoths@gmail.com or call/text 91011721 to book it now!

Structured Strongman Training Session Highlights: 11 Jul 2009 - Strongman Tyre Flip and Powerlifting Club Deadlifts

2009-07-11T20:59:00.001+08:00

Strongman Tyre Flip

Back to basics.
Only better.
Record timings for almost everyone.
That is what we do.
We are Team Iron Behemoths.
And we are getting even stronger.

Our newest member, Jue Hua, 17, being introduced to tyre flipping. With everyone lending their advice and support.

And he gets it on his own in one session! Flip strong and safe! Well done, mate!

Amazing Angelina is almost there! The Team gives her a slight boost.

Now we got ladies moving 200kg tyres! What's next?

Van nailed Abigail! All 350kg of her!

Powerlifting Club - Deadlifts

Last week saw Damien shatter the record for members. This week saw his record shattered. In fact, PRs were broken all across the board. Business as usual.

Strongm(e)n Spotlight

Now who would like to have a go at the current record of 200kg?

Cue the "Real American" entrance theme...

Van steps up. Eager for more.

PR - and gets a new members record of 220kg. Brilliant!

Here are more PRs from the day -

PR - Ryan hits 12okg. Record for now but watch this space!

PR - Spenser inducted into our "3 Cookie Club" with 140kg.

PR - Zhanwei gets 180kg for the first time

Zhan Wei once wrote into us-

"Previously, I had no idea that there was such a active strength sports scene in Singapore. Till i came down to train with the Behemoths, which introduced me to a whole new type of sport. The team has helped me improve in an astonishing rate. I hit a deadlift PR of 160kg, which i could say to be one of my proudest achievements to date. Proper form is emphasized during lifts, to ensure no injury. The raw competitive, but friendly spirit amongst the members ensures that everyone tries to outdo each other constantly, and constructive advice is heard frequently during sessions. I would like to thank and dedicate this testimonial to the whole team. Lets get stronger together!" Zhan Wei., 17, - 31/05/09

Well, Zhan Wei, you've got another 20kg worth of reasons to feel prouder now!

We are proud of you too!

Want to get stronger like Zhan Wei?

Age and size matters not!

Join us for a FREE First-Timers Strongman Trial Session!

Simply email: teamironbehemoths@gmail.com or call/text: 91011721 to let us know you are coming beforehand so we can cater to YOU!

Saturdays 12pm @ Hong Lim Park (Clarke Quay MRT Exit A)

Structured Strongman Training Session Highlights: 04 Jul 2009 - Strongman Farmer's Walk and Powerlifting Club Deadlifts

2009-07-04T23:30:00.003+08:00

Today’s session was another fruitful one. The weather was once again stifling with the sweltering heat threatening to dampen the mood. In spite of the less than conducive weather conditions, our members were able to step up a gear and put in better performances during the session. Those who came beat the weather and busted their PRs. The Strongman Lift today was an old trusty favourite-The Farmer’s Walk.

The youngest Behemoth, Zhan Wei, rose to the occasion and nailed a personal best of 90kg in each hand. Although it was a PR attempt for the 17 year old school sprinter, the fluid manner in which he executed the pass belied its difficulty. Well done Zhan Wei! In the same vein, the veteran Yoshida did several sets of over 100kg rather effortlessly. At the rate our members are progressing, the Behemoths will definitely put on a helluva good show next year!

Powerlifting Club

In the Strongman Spotlight is Damien, a Singaporean who is currently residing in Australia but who is here for a visit. Damian is a medical student and lifts as well. Indeed he exemplifies the concept of having brawn together with brains perfectly. He is here to sample strongman training and he tried his hand at Abigail the tire. In spite of having zilch experience in tire flipping, he managed to nail Abigail-a testament to his raw unadulterated strength!

Deadlifts was next on the card. We introduced him to the hook grip for the first time and left no detail uncovered. Thereafter, Damian provided feedback that it is the most secure grip he ever felt. Not surprisingly, the big man from Down Under attained his previous PR of 210kg (which was performed with straps) using the hook grip. As a matter of fact, this stands as one of the biggest deadlifts by our members and for this achievement, Strongman Spotlight is shining on Damien this week.

A little specialised tip on the grip from our resident Deadlift go-to "guy"(read:Hulk)...

And he nailed the weight without straps for the first time!

Come one, come all! Come monsters and come mini-me monster-killers!

Come join us for a FREE First-Timers Trial Session!

Come as you are and leave STRONGER!

Simply book your free session with us by mail- teamironbehemoths@gmail.com or call/text 91011721 now!

Structured Strongman Training Session Highlights: 27 Jun 2009 - Strongman Vehicle Pull and Powerlifting Club Squats

2009-06-27T20:24:00.000+08:00

At Team Iron Behemoths, our aim is to promote the sport of Strongman to the masses. To bring the challenge to everyday people. But, with a good mind for safety. Not every one is going to pull a big truck or a fire engine on thier first attempt. That's an invitation for injury.

All along we have catered to our members by providing them a similar Strongman experience of testing their strength in the various competition events - but with adjustable difficulty levels. They strive to match our intensity and gumption but at a weight that they can safely push themselves with. Step by step, we get them stronger to rise to bigger challenges.

With the Vehicle Pull, it is no different. We have Glen and Ted graduating from light sled pulling,( http://teamironbehemoths-members.blogspot.com/2009/05/structured-strongman-training-session_23.html%20%29)

to reeling in an actual vehicle - our mini van!

The Strongman Spotlight is theirs today!

Glen pulls the van, arm over arm ,across 20m. A first time experience for him!

We congratlated him after this feat and asked him how did he feel about his improvement in strength. He sent in this testimonial-

"I've watched some WSM competition videos on the internet, and I thought it was very interesting. I have been very interested in Strength training 3 years ago, I've learnt Powerlifting, olympic lifting, bodybuilding and a bit of gymnastics. I thought there isn't really a community in Singapore that trains Strongman... Until I stumbled upon Team Iron Behemoth's blog on Google. I found out more about the Strongman scene in Singapore, I thought it will be cool to join them for some training. Its something new and interesting. After 6 months of training, I saw significant improvement in Strength. Although I'm in NS, I'd never thought my strength would improve during my 2 years in NS due to all the Army training. I've learnt a lot of tips on Strength training, such as the proper form and techniques for lifting. Many of which I didn't know at all. I think Strongman is a really good sport for those who wants to get stronger, fitter naturally. Through Strongman, the body and mind gets tougher in a much different way unlike in a gym." - Glen Poh Jun Kai, Age 20

Ted matches up to his training partner and good friend.

He wrote in to us too -

"I am glad to be part of Team Iron Behemoths, as I get a chance to improve even further and learn from the bigger guys with much more knowledge as well as experience. Strongman had been a stepping stone for me to "UP" my strength attribute as well as endurance, I found strongman to be a complete balanced sport comparing to weight lifting which just focus more on raw strength. My grip strength has improved alot from tyre flip,farmer's walk,dead lift etc. My past six months in strongman had been a unique experience for me. Thank you for everything! :)" - Ted, 21

Angelina merits a mention too this week - Here she is (wo)manhandling the vehicle!

Oh, they got to push the van back too. Quite the kick!

But something nobody is surprised The Hulk can do!

Powerlifting Club - Squats

Front Squats was the order of the day.

Van sharing a vital tip on using the stretch reflex of the adductors to power the lift. Seen here using the towel to illustrate that point and not for other dubious purposes.

The members get to put their newfound knowledge into practice under our watchful eyes.

We got your back.

Come train with us and get STRONGER together!

To join us, simply book your FREE First-Timers Trial Session by
mail at teamironbehemoths@gmail.com or call/text 91011721 now!

Strongman Smackdown Highlights: 24 Jan 2009

2009-01-25T12:21:00.000+08:00

This past week, Team Iron Behemoths held its inaugural Strongman Smackdown at Hong Lim Park. Kudos to our members who showed up, stood up and were counted. They did pretty well for themselves.

The competitors battled it out in 3 strongman events: the 250kg Tyre Flip, the 240kg Sled Pull and the 100kg Farmer's Walk (click here for more contest details).

The first event was the Tyre Flip, where contestants had to flip a 250kg tyre 8 times in the shortest time possible.

Jon Boey

Spencer

Manyu

Anand

From the Czech Republic, Nick

They then moved on to the Sled Pull, where contestants had to pull a 240kg sled over a distance of 15 metres in the shortest time possible.

Yoshida

Anand

Yusri Bin Ali, Winner of the 2007 Strongman Challenge, pulling the sled!

The final event for the day was the Farmer's Walk, where competitors had to walk 15 metres in the shortest possible time, while carrying two 100kg logs, one in each hand.

Yoshida

Jon Boey

Spencer

Kevin

Our Guest-of-Honour for the day, MuscleWar Champion 2009, Jonas Tam. Before handing out the prizes, he gives us a preview of the upcoming Nationals and hits a few poses...

... with the ladies...

... and some of our members, like Anand and Jon Boey.

So after a long, sweaty, hard-fought battle, the Top-3 places went to:

Hiroshi Yoshida (2nd Runner-Up)

Yusri Bin Ali (1st Runner-Up)

And Nick, our 2-metre-tall Winner of Strongman Smackdown, who also happened to win the lucky draw - a 5lbs Optimum Nutrition 100% Whey Gold Standard! Guess it was really his day.

Structured Strongman Session Highlights: 14 Feb 2009 - Double the Damage

2009-02-15T12:40:00.000+08:00

Farmer’s Walks and Tyre Flips

The last DOUBLE -DOSED structured training session before the Qualifiers witnessed many of our members breaking new ground in their quest for physical advancement. Indeed, many Behemoths are arguably peaking at just the right time to tackle the Big Day.

Farmer’s Walks

The farmer’s walk segment of the session was dominated by Van The Man. He made walking with 110kg in each hand for 15 metres look like a walk in the park (pun intended) with a personal best timing of 9.5 seconds.

Our latest member of the Behemoth family, the affable and helpful Ho, in only his second session with us, persevered to complete 10 metres with 110kg. We are sure that with more training sessions under his belt, Ho’s potential for physical perfection will be finally utilized.

Another Personal Record was set by our Japanese export, Hyoshida. The big man epitomized the Japanese byword for efficiency and speed by making 100kg look like a breeze with a timing of barely 12 seconds.

The younger members were no crouches in the farmer’s walk either. Kevin, one of our newer members finally managed to complete a full 90kg pass. The fact that he dropped the implements a few times and then gritted his teeth to continue with the walk attested to his intestinal fortitude-a desirable attribute which we hope to inculcate in all our members.

In the same vein, wunderkid Glenn in spite of his low bodyweight managed to make a 10m pass with 90kg. Bearing in mind that he could barely do 70kg when he first came, you have to hand it to this young man with a big heart!

Hence the Commendable Mention for this week belongs to Glen!

Tyre Flips

The tyre flip segment was a fitting finale to an intense training session. All members hit new heights in their personal battles against tyre. For instance, Glenn and Wei Liang surpassed their previous best.

Jonathan Boey also hit a rep PR when he flipped the tyre a record 25 times! Every other member present that day such as Kevin, Hyoshida and Ho also recorded their best ever timings.

With the Strongman Qualifiers barely a week away, it is clear that our members are in the best shapes ever. We are sure that all of them will put up a good show come the event.

*APOLOGIES FOR THE ABSENCE OF PICS THIS ROUND - WE WERE ALL SERIOUS BUSINESS AT THIS FINAL SESSION BEFORE THE QUALIFIERS.

LAST STRUCTURED SESSION BEFORE THE BIG ONE!

2009-02-13T23:58:00.000+08:00

14/2/09 12PM @ HONG LIM PARK (CLARKE QUAY MRT EXIT A).
COME ON DOWN, STRONG AS YOU'VE BECOME FOR OUR LAST SESSION BEFORE THE HOMETEAMNS QUALIFIERS. WE WILL BE GIVING A LITTLE PEP TALK AND WILL SHARE OUR PAST EXPERIENCES WITH REGARDS TO THE COMPETITION.
THIS TIME, DON'T BRING A NEW FRIEND.
UNLESS HE'S A REALLY GOOD ONE OR IF HE'S NOT COMPETING.

Structured Strongman Session Highlights: 07 Feb 2009 - Sled Pulls

2009-02-08T13:29:00.000+08:00

With the HomeTeamNS Strongman Challenge just two short weeks away, our members are more competitive than ever.

Everyone is raising their game and decreasing their timings on the various implements.

This past week's sled session was no different.

One of our youngest members, Ryan, flying with the 240kg sled. This guy has sure come a long way. Keep it up!

Van setting the day's record for the 240kg sled pull, completing 20 meters in 10 seconds!

Yoshida pulls over 300kg. Impressive!

And finally, today's Commendable Mention: Lee. Lee has been rapidly improving; this week, he pulled the 240kg sled in a personal best time of 23 seconds, and even managed to flip the tyre on his own for 10 flips, in a pretty decent time of 2 minutes. Well done!

Structured Strongman Session Highlights: 31 Jan 2009 - Tyre Flips

2009-02-01T13:31:00.000+08:00

Coming off a very competitive Strongman Smackdown, the Team Iron Behemoths members all had something to prove during this week's tyre flip session.

Members who competed in Strongman Smackdown all bettered their timings; for those who did not show up, it was about redemption.

Weixian flips a very decent 01:21:96

Today's Commendable Mention, Wei Liang and Glen, who flipped the tyre in respective personal best times of 00:50:26 and 00: 43:08. Impressive!

Structured Strongman Training Session Highlights: 28 March 2009 - Atlas Stones Simulation and Sandbag Races

2009-03-29T09:53:00.000+08:00

ATLAS STONES SIMULATION

The Atlas Stones is a popular event in strongman contests. It can be contested in two ways-loading a series of stones of increasing weight onto platforms or loading just one stone over a certain height for reps. Even if you are not aiming to compete, you can take advantage of Atlas Stones Training as they are an excellent tool to improve your strength and conditioning. Muscle groups hit during this lift include the posterior chain, upper back, even arms and grip. If you perform this lift for a few rounds, you can bet you will be pretty winded if you are not well conditioned.

At Team Iron Behemoths' training base, we have the equipment to simulate almost all the popular Strongman events. And from our experimentaion concerning Atlas Stones training, we realize that sandbags make a good if not a harder alternative. Currently, we have sandbags in three denominations, 40kg, 60kg, 80kg. Heavier loads of up to 120kg are on the way as our members are finding even the 80kg load increasingly easier by the session.

In our Strongman Spotlight today is one of our older members Ho who joined us only 2 months ago. At 41 years, Ho showed that age is hardly a gauge of physical excellence. He totally dominated the two events today with timings which are virtually unassailable. Ho is not only strong but he is also affable and encouraging as well. Ho is always cheering other members as they strain to finish the lift. Not only that, he often provides valuable nuggets of training tips to our young members. All in all, we are most happy to have Ho aboard. We are sure that his wealth of experience in training and more importantly in Life will contribute towards the betterment of all Behemoths, both physically and socially.

40kg,60kg, 80kg with ease

Here are other commendable mentions:

For the Members who completed the heaviest load -Welcome to the 80kg Club!

Well done again, Vinod!

First timer Zhan Wei impresses with his athletic ability!

A passer-by saw the fun we had in the challenge and wanted to test himself too!

Nice one, Muragam!

SANDBAG RACES

Now if the thought of loading Atlas Stones seemed challenging to you, picture transporting that load over a distance!

That's the kick of the Sandbag Race!

An event that featured in the 2008 HometeamNs Strongman Finals and was argurably the toughest one!

It's even on Youtube.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AhnK2bMVMvk

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-O07DWTUwZ8

The weight of the Sandbag in the video was 100kg.

Here are some behemoths who have mastered the 80kg load.

Ho with the fastest time of the day.

Zhan Wei is one definitely to look out for in the future!

Spencer doing real well!

Gettem' a Body Bag!

Yoshida sees off another round of strong competition.

Catch the both the Orient Express and The Ho Train go head to head every Saturday 12pm @ Hong Lim Park (Clarke Quay MRT Exit A).

One thing's for sure they're on a non-stop journey to become Stronger!

Get with us or get left behind!

Be a member now!

Simply drop us an email at teamironbehemoths@gmail.com or call/sms us 91011721 to book your free trial session.

Photo Credits: http://www.nlpbodybuilding.com/strongman-pictures.html, http://www.blancobasura.com/

Structured Strongman Training Session Highlights: 14 March 2009 - Farmer’s Walks and Static Holds

2009-03-15T10:30:00.000+08:00

The Strongman Spotlight has to to shine on V today!

V for Vendetta - He missed the Strongman Qualifiers he trained the whole year for, due to a bout of illness.

V for Valentine's - Come this time next February, his passion to prove himself will not be denied.

Who's V in case you've for gotten?

V is for Vinod - who is gonna kick your butt and leave his shoe in cos he has already started preparing NOW for Strongman 2010!

Farmer’s Walks

Our cylinder like implements have been re-welded up.
Not only that, we have also thickened the handles considerably for added grip strength development!
The thickened handles were a considerable challenge for our members. Because of the difficulty in gripping the weights, previous bests decreased by around 10kg and there were a few drops during the walks, nevertheless, our members did not complain and persevered through their sets.
Bryan, a freelance personal trainer, broke his farmer’s walk cherry with sets of 80kg and 90kg-a great achievement for a first timer. Indeed, at the end of the session, he said this event is arguably the hardest one he has ever done and likes it!

Yoshida having more experience with the implements also had to grit his teeth in order to complete multiple sets of 90kg.

Static Holds

With their grip already bombed out, our members then proceeded to finish the session with static holds using the same equipment. This lift is easily quantifiable and that made the training atmosphere even more competitive as members strived to outdo each other.
Again, the record of the day belongs to Yoshida with figures of 42 seconds holding a 60kg load in each hand.

Who's got 'next' on this guy?

If you think that you can take on The Bombay Bengal or The Orient Express, come on down!

But if you think you would like to learn from them and draw from their experience, then come on down too!

They have proven most happy to help our younger members along in their fitness and strength goals too.

We all get Better together!

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