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  2. Strength athletics - Wikipedia

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    Strongman competitions usually involve non-traditional, often sensationalistic, challenges of strength. Strength athletics is the collection of strength sports which measure physical strength, [1] based on both: non-standard and historical implements as seen in Strongman and Highland games, [2] and standardized and calibrated equipment as seen in Powerlifting [3] and Weightlifting.

  3. Strength training - Wikipedia

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    Strength training is primarily an anaerobic activity, although circuit training also is a form of aerobic exercise. Strength training can increase muscle, tendon, and ligament strength as well as bone density, metabolism, and the lactate threshold; improve joint and cardiac function; and reduce the risk of injury in athletes and the elderly ...

  4. Strongman - Wikipedia

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    Strongman is a competitive strength sport which tests athletes' physical strength and endurance through a variety of heavy lifts and events. Strongman competitions are known for their intensity, pushing athletes to their physical and mental limits. [1]

  5. 2024 in strength sports - Wikipedia

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    March 1–2: 2024 North American Armwrestling Championships in Mexico City [1]; March 14–16: 2023 African Games in Accra [2]; April 19–27: 2024 Asian Armwrestling Championship in Kish Island

  6. Category:Strength sports - Wikipedia

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  7. Strength athletics in the United States - Wikipedia

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    America's Strongest Man is an annual strongman competition held in the United States and featuring only American athletes. It is the most prestigious of the national titles. The contest was established in 1997 in Primm, Nevada, with Mark Philippi winning the inaugural contes

  8. Weightlifting - Wikipedia

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    Different weightlifting sports may be distinguished by the different ways of lifting a weight, and/or the objects lifted. Weightlifting events are key elements of strength athletics. Weight training is weightlifting to develop physical strength and/or a muscular physique. It is a common part of strength conditioning for

  9. Category:Strength athletics - Wikipedia

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