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.

"An easy read and a wealth of information and inspiration to any strongman and strongwoman competitor; wish I had this resource when I commenced my strongman competitive adventures at age 45!"

- Odd E. Haugen, "The Vise Grip Viking," 1999 "Strongest Man in America" (1999), 3x World's Strongest Man Competitor

"The material covered in this book is a goldmine! Before you buy your next protein supplement or new piece of gear I would suggest investing in this book to help educate yourself so that you can make better choices concerning the sport of strongman."

- Chad Coy, 3x Master America's Strongest Man

"If you are a master's athlete, if you're coaching a master's athlete, or if you just want to understand how to train for strongman better, this is the book you need. Mike and Ken have created a masterpiece."

- Kikki Berli-Johnsen, 7x Norway's Strongest Woman

"In the era of social media; truth, honesty, and integrity in nearly every topic eludes consumers and deprives them of success. It's popularity supersedes facts and acceptance of half-truths become tribal rather than logical. This book breaks the cycle. Bold and edgy, the reader will appreciate the gritty honesty of these writers. The purity of intent is also clear to me as I read this piece with an appreciation of their perspective reinforced by my own time engaged with strength athletes."

- Dr. Todd McDougle (The Strongman Doc)

"Whether you're a masters strongman athlete who's been in the sport for several years, or someone new to strongman training and competitions, you need to read this book. It gives the reader a wealth of practical knowledge and common-sense advice that's presented in a straightforward, no B.S. style."

- Ken Nowicki, CEO of Cerberus Strength USA, 4x "Scotland's Strongest Man"

"If I had this information when I first started in the sport It would've given me a major boost! The training guidance will definitely help to maximize strength while keeping you resilient."

- Steve Slater, Slater Strength (Maker of Slater logs and Slater stone molds)

"Mastering Strongman" is an "A-Z" of the sport, combining years of knowledge from experienced strongman athletes who have competed at the highest level."

- Victoria Long, Two-time Arnold Pro Strongman Champion, "America's Strongest Woman" (2021, 2022)

"A great book for the master strength athlete looking to try the sport of Strongman. A must-have for any masters strongman."

- Karl Gillingham, professional strongman and powerlifter, 3x "World's Strongest Man" competitor and "America's Strongest Man" (1998)