Calling all Brawny Babes! The Battle of the Brawny Babes is back for it's fourth year! Come lift heavy, meet other badass babes and support a good cause. A portion of the proceeds from this event will be going to the Idaho Coalition Against Sexual and Domestic Violence.

This is an unsanctioned strongwoman competition that will be held at Mad Swede Brewing Company in Boise, Idaho. Mad Swede Brewing Company is a family friendly venue, so bring your friends and family to watch you compete! More details will follow as we get closer to the event. Follow the event on  Instagram @battleofthebrawnybabes and Facebook: https://fb.me/e/1B5IXpeem 

More details to come! 

Events

Viking Press

Athlete will have 60 seconds to press the  implement for as many reps as they can. Athlete can push press, but double dipping (push jerk) is not allowed. In order for the athlete's rep to count, they must show control of the implement in the overhead, upright position and wait for the down command. 

Load the Boat Medley

Athlete will begin by loading the "boat" with the first sandbag and then pull the implement to the second line where they will load the second sandbag into the "boat". From there, the athlete will pull the implement to the third line, load the sandbag and pull it to the finish line. Time will be called when the front tires cross the line. Time is capped at 60 seconds. 

Max Yoke Carry

Athlete will begin with their weight class's starting weight and walk 20'. Once the entirety of the implement crosses the line, the athlete will set the yoke down and loaders will add 50#. Athlete will turn around and carry the yoke back 20'. This will continue, with 50# added every 20' until failure. Athlete will get only ONE drop for each weight increase, and will have 45 seconds to complete each attempt.

Shieldmaiden Sword/Axe and Shield Hold

Athlete will hold a sword or axe in one and and a shield in the other for as long as they are able. Time will start when both implements are aligned 90 degrees with the body standing upright. The arm for the sword/axe must be held out straight. Athletes using the axe must place their hands in the middle of the handle (between two lines). Athletes with the sword, must hold it by the hilt. Arm holding the shield does not need to be held out straight, but must not be propped up by any other part of the body. Athlete can choose which arm they want to use for each implement. 

Four Stone Series

Athlete will have 2 minutes to load a series of 4 stones over a 48" bar. Athlete will begin with the lightest stone and work their way up to the heaviest stone. Tacky IS allowed.