USS Sanctioned Strongman Competition

Get ready to test your strength and compete with the best. This event is officially sanctioned by United States Strongman (USS) and serves as a qualifier for USS Nationals 2026.

Membership Requirement

All competitors must have a valid USS membership to compete.

Purchase your membership after January 1st at: unitedstatesstrongman.com
Be prepared to show proof of membership (digital card or receipt) at check-in.

Nationals Qualification

Novice: 1st place qualifies for USS Nationals 2026
Open & Masters: All podium finishers qualify

Weight Class Info

Novice & Masters: Will compete in a single class
Open: Classes may be consolidated into LW, MW, HW, SHW unless there are 6 or more athletes per subclass

Pro Division Possibility

If there is enough interest, we will open a Pro Division with a minimum of 6 athletes per class:

Women Open
Women 165-
Men Open
Men 220-

1st place in each Pro Division class earns an invite to the 2026 USS Pro International.
Prize money will depend on sponsorships.
To express interest, email: usstrongmanct@gmail.com

Weigh-In / Check-In

Friday, January 16 at Lightning Fitness

10:00 AM – 12:00 PM
5:00 PM – 7:00 PM

Saturday, January 17

8:30 AM – 9:00 AM

Athletes will receive shirts and other items at check-in.

Competition Day – Saturday, January 17

Indoor venue – bring chairs if you’d like to sit
Rules Meeting: 9:00 AM – 9:30 AM
Warm-Ups End: 9:50 AM
Competition Starts: 10:00 AM sharp

Event Lineup & Rules

General Rules for All Events

Equipment Not Allowed: Tacky, spray tacky, grip shirts, briefs, suits, straps
All weights are subject to change.

Athlete Notes

Athlete order is based on sign-up order (first to sign up = last to go). No reordering!
Athletes must wear their event shirts during all events.
Judges have full discretion on all calls, do not argue with them about calls during or after the fact.

Event 1: Keg Load Over Bar

60-second time limit.
Keg starts upright in front of the athlete.
Reps must be completed before time is called.
Bar height: 48” (women), 52” (men)

Event 2: Sandbag Medley

60-second time limit.
Start with one sandbag upright. On “GO,” carry it 30 feet.
At the end of the runway, shoulder the sandbag.
Athlete will switch to the second sandbag and press overhead for one rep.
Return to the previous sandbag carry it back 30 feet then shoulder one rep.
Time stops after the last shoulder rep is completed.

Event 3: Circus Dumbbell Ladder

60-second time limit.
Complete a 3-implement ladder. The final dumbbell is for reps.
Each dumbbell must be controlled to the crash pad—no deliberate drops or you receive a no rep.
Final dumbbell must touch the ground between reps.
Judges have full discretion. Discuss mobility issues with your judge beforehand.

Event 4: Double Overhand Axle Deadlift

60-second time limit.
Max reps from standard height using double overhand grip only.
No straps allowed.
Must lock out fully and wait for the down command.
No dropping from the drop.
No sumo.

Event 5: Mystery Event

Details will be revealed closer to the event.
No hints will be given—this is meant to be fun!

Interested in Volunteering?

We’re always looking for great volunteers to help make this event a success. If you’re interested in volunteering, please reach out via email at usstrongmanct@gmail.com.

Stay Updated

For questions or updates:

Email: usstrongmanct@gmail.com
Follow us on Instagram @usstrongmanct
Updates will also be sent via email and posted on Iron Podium

Let’s have fun and do some strong things!

Name	Current Place	Total Points	Keg Load Over Bar		Sandbag Medley		Circus Dumbbell Ladder		Double Overhand Axle Deadlift		Mystery Event
Name	Current Place	Total Points	Score (reps)	Points	Score (mm:ss)	Points	Score (reps)	Points	Score (reps)	Points	Score (mm:ss)	Points
Novice Men (Single Class)
Sam Orlowski
Masters Men (Single Class)
Stanley Orlowski
Brian Gleeson
Ed Shore III