Oldschool Strongman Workouts, Dumbbell, Kettlebell, Functional Fitness, Bushfit

The oldetime strongmen performed feats of strength that defy imagination, all in an era before the advent of bodybuilding, which shifted the focus to aesthetics over function. The tools used were simple, barbells, dumbbells, kettlebells, as well as regular everyday things like nails, cards, horse shoes and chains.

Here are few workout ideas that are very much inspired by the training used by the oldetime strongmen. It uses only one dumbbell, but the movements can just as easily be adapted to other weights like kettlebells or barbell. There are a number or ways to progress the sequences: by adding reps, using ladders (1 press, 1 squat, 2 press, 2 squat), or manipulating the rest period between sets.

The key is to work safely, with good form and gradually increase your workout volume over time.

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[ThePsychoVerse]

I love that first complex! Reminds me a lot of Dan John's armor builder, made for a brutal EMOM. Thank you!

[minitipper]

Great ideas, im going to use them .Im into home strongman training .

[andrethegiant]

Do it increases overhead press strength like the 19century strongman do?

[nordfreiheit]

I'm trying to figure out how to structure a weekly classic strongman workout plan using the exercises you demonstrate here and in other videos.

Would you be able to share your weekly schedule?

[jameshutto]

I enjoy fitness and outdoors too brother

[rickymackie]

That circus dumbbell looks dope is it from strongshop and what does it weigh?

[josephdowd]

How many reps, sets, recovery time do you recommend for beginner, intermediate and advanced for these exercises? Great video!

[davidoftheforest]

excellent video dude, no bullshit just 'hey guys' and demonstrations. I'm gonna give this a shot, I'm trying to strengthen my knees for the Infantry next year.

[ape]

Can this workout be done with a kettlebell?

[Canadian_Craftsman]

These videos are awesome! I don't have instagram and those photos of your handmade stuff look great! That would be cool to see. Rock on bro👍

[neckredgringo]

Dang, very good techniques. Thanks for sharing

[jackthehat]

The combinations make lifting my dumbbell more interesting...and also adding in my own .. excellent video thank you.