Strongman used to be seen as a super-human novelty sport. Now more women and novices are turning to it
- Written by Justin Keogh, Associate Dean of Research, Faculty of Health Sciences and Medicine, Bond University
Strong men and women have been admired in many cultures for thousands of years, with stone lifting and carrying especially revered.
Immensely strong humans have had a long history in the circus, with the legendary performances of Paul Anderson, Louis Cyr, Minerva and Katie Sandwina still discussed and debated today.
The current sport of strongman...
