Atlas Rising Initiative Strongman Competition

Atlas Rising Initiative Strongman Competition LAST YEAR WAS SO FUN WE ARE RUNNING IT AGAIN FOLKS Strong bodies.  Strong minds. Atlas Rising Initiative is a dedicated non-profit organization committed to offering healthy coping mechanisms for veterans, service members, first responders, and their families. Our mission is to ensure that “you are not alone” by fostering a supportive community for those who need it most. This is an UNSANCTIONED show!! All skill levels are welcome! There will only be 4 classes! Women’s LW (160-)/HW(161+) and Men’s LW(220-)/HW(221+).  If you’ve never tried strongman before but have always been interested, this is the show to try! All proceeds will be going to Atlas Rising Initiative.  Come have a blast and support a great cause! We will have a food truck on site!! GCode Nutrition will be sponsoring this event!!!! There will be free pre workout samples and swag!!! https://shop.gcodenutrition.com DATE: Saturday 11/7/2026 Rules meeting will be at 09:30am.  The first event is starting at 10:00am SHARP. ***Spectator fee is $10*** Location: Lightning Fitness 85 Nutmeg Rd S South Windsor, CT 06074 ****10/16/2026 is the last day to register if you want a competitor shirt (registration will stay open until the day before the show)**** EVENTS: All events/weights subject to change without notice. Viking Press for reps Athletes will face away from the implement.  60 second time limit, down commands.  Belts and wrist wraps allowed.  Do not drop the weight or you will be ZEROED.  Strict press, push press, split jerk, push jerk are all allowed. Trap Bar Deadlift for reps  60 second time limit. All straps allowed, chalk, no suits.  No touch and go reps, there will be up and down commands.  Do not drop the weight or you will be ZEROED. NO BABY POWDER.  Yoke Yoke will be carried 50ft in a straight shot.  Front of implement must cross the line, unlimited drops, 60 second time limit. Farmers Carry Farmers will be carried 50ft in a straight shot.  Front of implement must cross the line, unlimited drops, 60 second time limit, do not throw implement or intentionally drop or you will be zeroed.   Keg Over Bar 60 second time limit.  Athletes will load a keg over a bar for as many reps as possible.  Grip shirts are allowed.  Women's height will be 40 inches.  Men's height will be 46 inches.