All weights will be within 10-20% of Nationals weights. Will be updated shortly.

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 2027.

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 2027
• Open & Masters: All podium finishers qualify

Weigh-In / Check-In

Friday, March 12 at Aftermath Training

• 6:00 AM – 2:00 PM (with appointment)
• 5:00 PM – 7:00 PM (with appointment)

Saturday, March 13

• 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM

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

Competition Day – Saturday, March 13

• Indoor venue – Location may change depending on amount of athletes
• Rules Meeting: 9:30 AM
• Warm-Ups End: 9:55 AM
• Competition Starts: 10:00 AM sharp
• Spectator fee $10

Event Lineup & Rules

General Rules for All Events

• Equipment Not Allowed: Tacky, briefs, suits.
• All weights and events are subject to change.

Athlete Notes

• Athlete order is based on sign-up order (first to sign up = last to go). No reordering!
• Judges have full discretion on all calls, do not argue with them about calls during or after the fact.
• We are all human and mistakes can be made. If you think the judge erred and you have video proof, please talk to the event promoter before the start of the next event.

Event 1: Axle Clean and Press AWAY

• 60-second time limit.
• Must be at a complete lock out before getting a down command
• Rep must be completed before time is called.
• Women will be using a Rogue axle
• Men will be using a Cerberus Axle
• Equipment allowed: Chalk, Wrist wraps, Elbow and Knee Sleeves, One Soft Belt, One Hard Belt, Grip Shirt

Event 2: Zercher Yoke

• 60-second time limit.
• 25 feet drop and turn 25 feet back
• No drops except at the turn
• Equipment allowed: Chalk, Wrist wraps, Elbow and Knee Sleeves, One Soft Belt, One Hard Belt, Warmer Shorts, Grip Shirt

Event 3: Axle Deficit Deadlift

• 60 Seconds
• Max Reps
• You will strap in after the time has begun
• Up and Down Commands (No touch and go...)
• Equipment allowed: Chalk, Wrist wraps, Figure 8's, Elbow and Knee Sleeves, One Soft Belt, One Hard Belt

Event 4: 3 Implement Medley

• Start with hands off 1st implement.
• On start command you will lift implement and carry 25 feet and load over the yoke.
• You will run back to grab the 2nd implement and then finally the 3rd
• Time stops once last implement hits the floor.
• Split times will be taken
• Men will load to 56"
• Women will load to 52"
• You can choose your own order of implements
• We will be using Kegs, Sandbags and SandStone Bags
• Equipment allowed: Chalk, Wrist wraps, Elbow and Knee Sleeves, One Soft Belt, One Hard Belt, Warmer Shorts, Grip Shirt

Event 5: Stone to Shoulder

• 45 Seconds
• Must show control at the top to get down command
• Max Reps
• Equipment Allowed: Stone Sleeves, Elbow and Knee Sleeves, One soft belt, One hard belt, Grip Shirt, Tacky Towel

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 aftermathstrong@gmail.com

Stay Updated

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