For over 50 years, the AK-47 developed a reputation as one of the most reliable and effective combat rifles the world has ever seen. The AK-47 is unquestionably reliable, durable, and effective no matter the climate or terrain. The AK-47 was designed so that a novice or someone with very little shooting experience could gain […]
The first ever all-ladies strongwoman competition in WV has arrived! This NAS level I meet will be open to ladies only! Viking Performance Training Presents Maidens of Might Strongwoman Challenge (North American Strongman Inc. membership REQUIRED of all competitors) Details and entry at www.vikingperformancetraining.com
For the third year the Appalachian Team Championships returns to Fairmont, WV as part of the WV Three Rivers Festival. This meet is still the only one of it's kind in the country (to my knowledge). This is not pairs or couples, but actual teams of 4-6 people working together to take home the massive […]
Many people think they know how to operate a handgun or to shoot accurately. However, do you know how to rapidly deploy your handgun in a stressful situation, clear any malfunctions, make a successful hit, reload your weapon, and perform them all within 3 seconds? If you are considering carrying a handgun for personal defense, […]
Strongman returns to the Lewis County Fair! Last year the blazing heat didn't stop our mighty competitors from setting huge records in the Max Deadlift and Giant DB Press events. They pulled trucks, dragged giant chains, and even squatted with a machine full of kids and beauty queens. What sort of madness will ensue in […]
Two days of powerlifting, strongman/strongwoman, and (new this year) Mas wrestling! Details TBA at www.vikingperformancetraining.com
One of the premier grip strength events in the country is coming to Morgantown, WV! State, National, and World records will be up for grabs on the Ironmind benchmark events like the Rolling Thunder and Silver Bullet Hold. Do you have hands of steel and a gorilla grip? Check out www.vikingperformancetraining.com to register!
It's the chairman's birthday and we have whipped up a smooth creamy batch of AWESOME to celebrate! We are going to gather at one of the most beautiful destinations in WV (Valley Falls State Park) for food, fun, and new state records with the infamous Mouser Stumpys! The whole thing should take less […]
It's finally here, the tenth anniversary of the contest that started it all. A decade ago less than a dozen brave souls ventured into the unknown and pioneered the sport of strongman in WV. Join us this year as we celebrate ten years of strength at the Mountain State Forest Festival with bigger and better […]
This training system is one of the most sought after weapons courses in the country. Originally designed for the Navy SEALs, it has been taught to multiple military and law enforcement agencies. Edged Weapons is the culmination of Sifu Paul Vunak's years of training and practical experience, and is developed from Jeet Kune Do and […]