Still spaces available in both categories, however the men's is half full already so I wouldn't leave it too late to secure your place.

Another bit of kit that has been added to the ever growing strongman section of Performance Fitness centre. This dumbbell sits at 40kg empty and can be loaded to over 100kg.

So... Over this weekend I have seen a lot on social media regarding novice athletes and novice competitions. As a promoter I think they are a fantastic gateway into the world of Strongman for athletes and fans alike. It gives the opportunity for athletes to perfect their skill set and get used to the competition environment, however it should not be the end of your journey in Strongman if you are wanting to progress and better yourself as a strength athlete. For fans it's a first hand look at the world of strongman where people like themselves are lifting weights not out of the realms of possibility and therefore can inspire them to take up the sport also. The general rule amongst promoters is that once an athlete has placed (1st-3rd) in a novice then these athletes should move up to inters/ opens or a weight classed competition. From a promoters point of view we (most of us) try our best in screening the competitors who enter the competitions, however it should be up to the athlete to be open and honest about their competitive history. Once you are no longer at novice level then you should move up to the next level in the sport!!! Due to the rise in popularity of strongman/ women, the number of competitions has increased greatly and the jump from novice to opens is not as daunting due to the number of weighted comps or inters level comps. Therefore, there is no excuse for athletes to continually enter novice comps with the different avenues on offer. If you feel like you are not strong enough to enter then spend some time in the gym and get stronger!! Rant over and see you November 12th 😎

9 weeks out!!

Men's and Women's Novice comp. Top 3 from each category get automatic entry into Sunderland's Strongest Man & Woman 2018 and 1st place finishers get FREE entry.

Busy couple of weeks for North East Strongmen and Women, especially Sunderland based athletes who are competing in numerous shows up and down the country. - This weekend sees some of the PFC ladies competing in the North West Strength Expo in Manchester. - The Wolsingham show has a team competition and an u105s event across the weekend. - Next weekend sees a few athletes from the region, including a PFC athlete, going down to Rotherham to compete in Yorkshires Strongest Man. So if you are in any of these areas or stuck for something to do over these weekends then go and show your support for Strongmen/women. As a side note we are taking entries for our completion, Wearside's Strongest Novice (Men &a Women), on November 12th!!!

Local business working together with local businesses 👌🏻. Devils Appetite will be the clothing sponsor for Wearside's Strongest!!

An added incentive for those wanting to compete in our November show! The winners of the Mens and Women's category will get free entry into Sunderland's Strongest 2018!!!

HERE IT IS!!! WEARSIDE'S STRONGEST NOVICE!!! Check out the link below for all the info.

PLEASE READ ALL OF THE INFORMATION THAT IS REQUIRED FOR EVENTS AND FOR ENTRY/PAYMENT!!!!! We would like to invite you to our final promotion of 2017 which will be Wearside's Strongest Novice, which will be held on Sunday 12th November 2017 and will they will be both a Mens and Womans category. A t-shirt will be given to all the competitors and trophies for the top 3 in each category. There is a non-refundable £25 entry fee which is non exchangable (no name changes) FREE ENTRY for spectators! Refreshments will also be available. Payment is via Paypal to: P.ramshaw92@hotmail.co.uk Please send as friends/family to avoid fees!!!! Add your details to the Payment: NAME. T-SHIRT SIZE, CATEGORY. IMPORTANT: You CAN NOT enter in this competition if you have placed in the TOP 3 of another competition. (Not including First Timers) EVENTS: 1. AXLE CLEAN AND PRESS FOR REPS (FTOH). 60s. Men: 90kg Women: 40kg 2. DEADLIFT FOR REPS (H2H). 60s. Men: 210kg Women: 105kg 3. ARM OVER ARM SLED PULL INTO BACKWARD DRAG. (90s) Weights T.B.C. 4. FORWARD HOLD FOR TIME (H2H). Men: 15kg Women: 7.5kg 5. LOAD AND CARRY MEDLEY. Load 2 kegs 15m then carry a sandbag for longest distance in remaining time. 90s. Men: 65kg / 95kg / 100kg (sandbag) Women: 45kg / 55kg / 40-50kg (sandbag)

Wearside's Strongest Novice event will go live this evening!!!

As a follow up to the previous competition announcement As this will be a novice competition we want to make it as fair as possible, therefore anyone who has placed in the top 3 of a previous Strongman comp* will be declined entry. We have some ideas for 2018 so there will be a chance to showcase your talents on a Sunderland's Strongest promotion. * Athletes who have placed in a first timers comp can still enter. Thanks