The following chart shows exactly what is in the top 15 protein shakes on the market and as you read the results you should keep in mind that the maximum limits for heavy metals in dietary supplements proposed by the U.S. Pharmacopoeia are: arsenic (inorganic), 15 µg per day; cadmium, 5 µg; lead, 10 µg; mercury, 15 µg

I have always been a fan of Mariusz because of his complete domination of the WSM competition as well as his crazy work ethic. This defeat proves that even the strongest man in the world has areas where he can improve and neglecting skill and technique can lead to defeat.

So what does it mean to be the strongest man? Here it means never quitting, never giving up, never neglecting all aspects of athletic performance and always giving 100% effort. I have no doubt Mariusz will improve because he has proven in the past to have the heart and determination to push himself to the next level of performance.

Mark Philippi has been training Mir heavy in the gym. Having put on 25lbs Mir now has a much better chance of defeating the behemoth that is Brock Lesnar. Mark Philippi, Mir’s trainer, is a former leading strongman competitor, multiple entrant to the World’s Strongest Man competition, and former holder of the America’s Strongest Man title. It is apparent Mir now sees the importance of strength when you are competing with the best of the best.

In the video below you will see what Mir is working on to become one of the strongest men in the octagon.

Currently Bobby Lashley is undefeated in his MMA career with notable wins over Bob Sapp and Wes Sims. Below you will find a video of Bobby’s pre-fight workout circuit. With his size and background in wrestling Bobby has what it takes to get a strongest man mention.

The workout that follows is only a single day of Statham’s overall workout program but this circuit training program should give you some great ideas to take your own workout to the next level.

The workout that follows is a circuit training program which means you will perform all movements one after another without rest in between. Also before Jason Statham begins this circuit routine he warms up with ten minutes on a rowing machine. If you do not have access to a rowing machine then i would suggest you go for ten minutes with a jump rope to get your blood pumping.

EXERCISE              REPS   SETS
Pull Ups              8      5
Medicine Ball Slam    20     5
Step Ups              20     5
Hanging Knee Raises   20     5
Squats                20     5
Burpees               20     5

Jason Statham may also integrate other movements into his circuit because he likes to keep things fresh while training. Other movements he may integrate into his circuit are: Rope Climbs, Snappers/Whip Smashes, Bear Crawl, Farmer Walk, Front Squats, Rope Pulls.

Like i mentioned before Diet is an important part of how Jason maintains a solid physique. What follows is an idea of what Jason’s diet looks like.

No refined sugar or flour at all, ever. Bread and pasta are out, as are sweets of any kind. No fruit juices. No beer. His dessert every night is plain yogurt with fresh fruit. If he eats it he records it on paper, this includes the 1.5 gallons of water he consumes on a daily basis. He likes to spread his 2000 allowed calories out across the day, he eats 6 small meals. His meals consist of egg whites, vegetables, lean meats, fish, nuts, and protein shakes. And he does not let himself consume more than 2000 calories per day.

Watch this heart wrenching video to get a glimpse into the lives of this amazing father and son team. Be prepared to have your ideas about what it means to be strong forever changed.

Dick and Rick Hoyt are a father and son team from Massachusetts who together compete just about continuously in marathon races. If they’re not in a marathon they are in a triathlon — that daunting, almost superhuman, combination of 26.2 miles of running, 112 miles of bicycling, and 2.4 miles of swimming. Together they have climbed mountains, and once trekked 3,735 miles across America.

It’s a remarkable record of exertion — all the more so when you consider that Rick can’t walk or talk.

For the past twenty five years or more Dick, who is 65, has pushed and pulled his son across the country and over hundreds of finish lines. When Dick runs, Rick is in a wheelchair that Dick is pushing. When Dick cycles, Rick is in the seat-pod from his wheelchair, attached to the front of the bike. When Dick swims, Rick is in a small boat being pulled by Dick.

Undeterred by an accident at birth causing Rick to be in his current state this team has defied all odds showing that a fathers love for his child and the faith of a son in his father can be a source of hope for those who are facing situations that seem impossible to overcome. This team is truly an inspiration to watch and together they have made an impact on countless lives, this is what being the strongest man is all about.

At 205 pounds Rampage packs some major strongest man style power in both his hands an in his ability to snatch his opponent off the ground and slam them back on the mat with over 400G’s worth of force. Rampage also has a physique and attitude worthy of his title. If you are looking to score a physique like Rampage’s then have a look at his workout below to get some pointers. As for the attitude that we will leave to you the reader. And as always be the strongest man you can be!

EXERCISE                       SETS   REPS
Heavy Bag Squat                3      20
Jump Squats                    3      20
Medicine Ball Pass to Sprawl   3      20
Penetration Shot               3      15
Takedown Leapfrog              3      20
Leg Push Downs                 3      20

Since many of these exercises are non traditional I have included a video of Rampage working out to give you an idea of how this workout is performed. I would also recommend that you perform this workout at least 5 days a week so that you can take advantage of the endurance building aspects of the workout.

As a bonus to you here is the fight science video about Quinton “Rampage” Jackson and his powerful slams.