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Stone lifting in England dates back centuries, with evidence suggesting a culture of testing strength with natural stones as early as the 11th century. This tradition largely faded over time, perhaps due to historical events like the Puritan era under Oliver Cromwell, which discouraged such physical displays. The exact names, weights, and lifting styles of many of these ancient English stones have unfortunately been lost to history.
Today you'll find dedicated strongman gyms across the country, packed with equipment like Atlas Stones, logs, yokes, and various odd objects. These gyms, such as Goliath Strongman in Wigan or Bionik Strength in Manchester, serve as training hubs for athletes looking to test their raw power.
Competitions are a regular occurrence, ranging from local gym-level contests to major national events. The Atlas Stone event is a staple in almost every strongman show, including qualifiers for "UK's Strongest Man" and "England's Strongest Man." These events draw large crowds and showcase incredible feats of strength, keeping the spirit of stone lifting alive and well, even if the stones themselves are now often perfectly spherical concrete rather than ancient, irregular rocks!
