Fitness & Strength

Glasgow could witness two very different pieces of strength history on the same night. Iron Biby will return to attack his own log lift world record, while 60-year-old British strongman Mark Felix will attempt to improve his Hercules Hold record. Both challenges will form part of the Giants Live World Tour Finals at the OVO Hydro on 17 October. Iron Biby currently holds the official log lift record at 231kg, or just over 509lb. He set it in Birmingham in September 2024, improving a record he had already broken more than once. The challenge requires him to lift a huge wooden log-shaped weight from the floor, bring it to his chest and then press it above his head under control. He will not be the only major overhead lifter in Glasgow...

HYROX has rapidly become one of the biggest fitness trends across the UK, with more gyms, coaches and everyday gym-goers now training specifically for the fast-growing competition format. Unlike a traditional running race or gym competition, HYROX combines 8 km of running with 8 functional workout stations, including exercises such as sled pushes, sled pulls, rowing, farmer carries and wall balls. The standardised format also allows athletes to compare their performances with competitors from events around the world. One of the reasons behind HYROX’s rapid growth is its accessibility. While the format is physically demanding, participants can compete across different divisions and skill levels, making it approachable for both...