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The strength challenge 2026
The first time doing something like this
An awesome day put together by @wastrongman full of awesome people i had a blast.

110kg log
260kg deadlift
160kg atlas stone

A big shoutout to @mr_takunda for convincing me to do this and for getting me out of my comfort zone.

@nzstrengthcoach for all of the help with the training and tips.

@strengthpitotara members for there help and encouragement on the day.

@ignitenutrition_ for all of the help with the nutrition coaching.

Im hanging out for the next one. taken in Varsity Morley by @nzstrengthcoach

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4 days ago

🔥 STRENGTH PIT OTARA – WHAT A WEEKEND! 🔥

10 athletes, 2 days and some outstanding Strongman performances! 💪🏽🏆

Originally 13 entered, but work, religious commitments and illness meant three couldn't compete.

🌟 TRAVIS – OUR STANDOUT!
What a journey! Overcoming challenges throughout his weight-loss journey, Travis hit PBs all day and finished 6th out of 10 in the 40+ Masters. Brother, your determination and progress mean more than any placing. Proud of you! 👊🏽

🥇 CLAYTON & BRODEN
First Strongman competition and both CHAMPIONS! Clayton in Open Men's and Broden in U120kg. Outstanding, boys!

💪🏽 40+ MASTERS
John took 3rd, Marc battled an adductor injury to finish 4th, and Joe placed 5th in only his third competition. Strong efforts in a field of 10!

🏆 50+ MASTERS
I was fortunate to take 1st, with Alex close behind in 2nd. The old boys still have it! 😂

🔥 DAN – U80KG
Only his third competition, taking 1st place and hitting PBs! Awesome work, brother!

🥉 Jack - U120KG
Awesome work with the deadlifts hitting 2 PBs so good to see and placing 3rd lin the division.

To KAYDON, COREY & JASON, you trained hard but couldn't compete. We missed you boys!

❤️ OUR SUPPORT CREW
Massive thanks to Kim, my right-hand man and fellow Pit coach, for handling seven athletes on Saturday. To Nikki, thank you for everything you organise behind the scenes. Your contributions mean so much!

❤️ TO OUR WIVES, PARTNERS & FAMILIES
You are the REAL MVPs! Thank you for your patience, sacrifices and allowing your men the time to prepare and compete.

Our athletes may stand on the podium, but their families help put them there. ❤️

❤️ TO MY WIFE NIPPY
My best friend, biggest supporter and the best part of me. Thank you for allowing me to do what I love – competing, coaching and developing the next generation of Pit athletes. None of this would be the same without your love, patience and support. Love you always! ❤️

MORE THAN A TEAM – WE ARE THE PIT CREW!

ONE CREW. ONE STANDARD. ONE PIT. 💪🏽🏆

#StrengthPitOtara #ThePitCrew #CoachAfaese #Strongman #StrongmanFamily by @nzstrengthcoach

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5 days ago

Finished with 3 rounds of 2mins got the lungs going alright.

Didnt have gloves that fit so bare fist is the best anyway, been hitting bags, wooden dummies, pads and (many heads 🤣🤣) bare fist for many years so nothing new.

Thanks to @marc_albonetti and Dan who are both former Thai Fighters and are both Pit members as well for the finisher.

Atlas stone session for 40mins and finished with 3 rounds all 2 munite each.

#strengthpitotara #kickboxing #thaifighters #strongman by @nzstrengthcoach

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23 days ago

Getting stoned on a Sunday again with the lads 🤙 120kg to shoulder was the goal for the day . Got it . Fucking Grateful for the training partners and mates that drive me forward.

#stayfrostydontbeacunt #mindsetmatters #lifting #strongman by @nzstrengthcoach

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a month ago

Hard day at the office last night but happy to get 8 reps 9 weeks out from comp.

252kg AMRAP in 60sec. Managed 8 reps, its a starting point.

Awesome with the Pit crew last night @marc_albonetti @johnsangeezo @joe_veevers @travisswarts @jackadams95 and it was great to see @k.d_d.d as well last night too.

#nzstrengthcoach #strengthpitotara #godsplan #godfather #flexingmystrengththroughgod by @nzstrengthcoach

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a month ago

Fun and fitness . Last night I got to deadlift a small car. Managed to grind out 10 reps @252kg in 60 seconds. by @nzstrengthcoach

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a month ago

What use to be a favourite event at the moment is proving challenging but the part I like most about where I am is the process of getting back to where things feel good is what I look forward too.

This use to be a set of 10 reps as a warm down after an intense shoulder workout, now just managing a few reps at best.

What I keep saying to my athletes and it applies to me too "Trust the process"

#nzstrengthcoach #strengthpitotara #godsplan #godfather #flexingmystrengththroughgod by @nzstrengthcoach

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a month ago

Tricep getting stronger, however, the process is taking longer than expected but I have to remember I have torn this tricep twice now so still mindful and taking it slow as I can and not pushing to soon. by @nzstrengthcoach

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a month ago

Log sesh straight into some pads for Sunday sesh. 🪵 🥊 124kg log . And a couple of rounds pitter patter on the pads . Safe to say I don’t still got it on the pads 😳

#stayfrostydontbeacunt #mindsetmatters #fitat40 #lifting #muaythai by @nzstrengthcoach

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a month ago

100KG VIPER PRESS AT 50 💪🏽

Still moving weight. Still competing. Still learning.

Age doesn't mean you stop being strong — it means you train smarter, understand your body better and keep turning up.

100kg log viper press. No excuses. Just work.

Coach Afaese | Strongman & Rugby Performance

#CoachAfaese #Strongman #ViperPress #LogPress #StrongmanTraining Over50Strength StrengthTraining MastersStrongman StrengthPitOtara NZStrengthCoach by @nzstrengthcoach

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a month ago

Axle Bar and the Log today 😁
Practice,Practice,Practice muffukk@!

Vid1 -100kg
Vid2 -110kg
Vid3 -2x84kg
Vid4 -2x94kg

#stayfrostydontbeacunt #strongman #lifting by @nzstrengthcoach

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a month ago

With the tutelage from @nzstrengthcoach I’m starting to get confident with this big fucker overhead . 62kg monster dumbbell . Looking forward to seeing what numbers I can put up (and put down without a concussion)

#stayfrostydontbeacunt #mindsetmatters #lifting #strongman taken in Plus Fitness 24/7 Byford by @nzstrengthcoach

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