The grip is as important as anything in armwrestling. There are 2 variations: the wrapped thumb and the standard grip. If you are a top roller I suggest the wrapped thumb. It puts you high on your opponent's hand which will give you leverage when you are making your move. Remember when you are loading on ready to loosen the bottom 2 fingers and tighten on the thumb with the wrapped fingers. That will allow you to put a little… Read More

Lost in the hype and publicity of high-profile strength events are the local meets, contests, and games. While we lay adoration and praise on the best in strength sports, there is a new generation getting there feet wet.

 

Young boys and girls that struggle to hold onto that 35Kg snatch or launch a wobbly "wounded duck" discus into the field are starting to feel the elation and inspiration… Read More

Kansas City Scottish Games have announced that they will host the 2009 USA National Weight for Distance Championships held on June 13^th in Riverside, Missouri. The organizers Kevin and Lori Henderson do a fantastic job with these games and make sure that the athletes, sponsors and the entire event are well represented…oh, and by way, the hospitality is second to none.

 

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At 5ft. 2 in. and 140 lbs., Hill Air Force Base's Dana Pounds is a compact "Howitzer" of her own

Originally recruited to play basketball at the Air Force Academy, Pounds was seen launching a softball some 213 ft. and the rest is becoming history. Since 2003 Pounds has steadily become one of top javelin throwers in the country and is quickly making her way to the world stage. A three-time All… Read More