Strongman Fingal's Fingers
Lift the free end of a heavy pole hinged at the floor, walk under it pressing it up hand over hand until it stands upright, and push it over; a strongman event, one pole per rep.
How to do it
Setup
Squatting at the free end of the pole, hands under it shoulder-width, back flat, feet hip-width.
Steps
- Stand up with the pole end like a deadlift, then drive it to the chest.
- Press it overhead and walk forward under it, hands moving up the pole.
- Once it passes upright, push it over and let it fall away from you.
Common mistakes
Rounding the back to break the pole off the floor: set a flat back and drive with the legs. Walking under it too slowly: keep moving so the pole stays over your hands. Standing where it falls: push it away and step back.
Breathing
Big breath before each lift, exhale once the pole is up.
