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| Regions | Array ( [0] => Array ( [region_id] => 77 [approval_status] => approved [region_name] => Massachusetts [region_slug] => massachusetts [parent_region_ids] => [3] [nested_region_ids] => [77] [latitude] => [longitude] => [created_at] => 2025-08-12 [creator] => Array ( [created_by_id] => 1 [display_name] => JakeE [profile_image] => JakeE_682e0fa94e841.jpg ) [images] => Array ( ) [parent_region] => Array ( [parent_region_id] => 3 [parent_region_name] => USA ) [region] => Array ( [region_id] => 77 [region_name] => Massachusetts [region_slug] => massachusetts [description] => The most significant aspect of stone lifting in Massachusetts is the \"New England Stone Lifting\" (NESL) group. This community is dedicated to discovering and documenting natural lifting stones across the region. Unlike the historical stones with centuries of folklore, NESL is focused on creating a \"future history\" for the sport, establishing new challenges and stories that will be passed down to the next generation of lifters. This creates a welcoming and inclusive environment for people to test their strength and connect with others.\r\n\r\nThe state is home to one of the most influential figures in modern American stone lifting: John Lundstrom from North Reading. He found a pair of natural stones in New Hampshire, which are now famously known as the \"Lundstrom Stones\" or \"Lundstrom Walking Stones.\" These stones, weighing a combined total of over 500 pounds, became a legendary test of strength and endurance, featured in Highland Games and strongman competitions. Lundstrom\'s work cemented a legacy for natural stone lifting in New England.\r\n\r\nhile dedicated stone lifting competitions are rare, the discipline is often a key event in strongman contests held throughout Massachusetts. These events can include \"Atlas stone\" lifts, where heavy, smooth stones are lifted onto a platform, or natural stone carries, where competitors must lift and carry an odd-shaped stone for distance. Events like the \"Pioneers Strongest\" competition in Greenfield have featured such challenges. ) ) ) |
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| Region | Array ( [region_id] => 77 [approval_status] => approved [region_name] => Massachusetts [region_slug] => massachusetts [parent_region_ids] => [3] [nested_region_ids] => [77] [latitude] => [longitude] => [created_at] => 2025-08-12 [creator] => Array ( [created_by_id] => 1 [display_name] => JakeE [profile_image] => JakeE_682e0fa94e841.jpg ) [images] => Array ( ) [parent_region] => Array ( [parent_region_id] => 3 [parent_region_name] => USA ) [region] => Array ( [region_id] => 77 [region_name] => Massachusetts [region_slug] => massachusetts [description] => The most significant aspect of stone lifting in Massachusetts is the \"New England Stone Lifting\" (NESL) group. This community is dedicated to discovering and documenting natural lifting stones across the region. Unlike the historical stones with centuries of folklore, NESL is focused on creating a \"future history\" for the sport, establishing new challenges and stories that will be passed down to the next generation of lifters. This creates a welcoming and inclusive environment for people to test their strength and connect with others.\r\n\r\nThe state is home to one of the most influential figures in modern American stone lifting: John Lundstrom from North Reading. He found a pair of natural stones in New Hampshire, which are now famously known as the \"Lundstrom Stones\" or \"Lundstrom Walking Stones.\" These stones, weighing a combined total of over 500 pounds, became a legendary test of strength and endurance, featured in Highland Games and strongman competitions. Lundstrom\'s work cemented a legacy for natural stone lifting in New England.\r\n\r\nhile dedicated stone lifting competitions are rare, the discipline is often a key event in strongman contests held throughout Massachusetts. These events can include \"Atlas stone\" lifts, where heavy, smooth stones are lifted onto a platform, or natural stone carries, where competitors must lift and carry an odd-shaped stone for distance. Events like the \"Pioneers Strongest\" competition in Greenfield have featured such challenges. ) ) |
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The most significant aspect of stone lifting in Massachusetts is the "New England Stone Lifting" (NESL) group. This community is dedicated to discovering and documenting natural lifting stones across the region. Unlike the historical stones with centuries of folklore, NESL is focused on creating a "future history" for the sport, establishing new challenges and stories that will be passed down to the next generation of lifters. This creates a welcoming and inclusive environment for people to test their strength and connect with others.
The state is home to one of the most influential figures in modern American stone lifting: John Lundstrom from North Reading. He found a pair of natural stones in New Hampshire, which are now famously known as the "Lundstrom Stones" or "Lundstrom Walking Stones." These stones, weighing a combined total of over 500 pounds, became a legendary test of strength and endurance, featured in Highland Games and strongman competitions. Lundstrom's work cemented a legacy for natural stone lifting in New England.
hile dedicated stone lifting competitions are rare, the discipline is often a key event in strongman contests held throughout Massachusetts. These events can include "Atlas stone" lifts, where heavy, smooth stones are lifted onto a platform, or natural stone carries, where competitors must lift and carry an odd-shaped stone for distance. Events like the "Pioneers Strongest" competition in Greenfield have featured such challenges.