Athletes will compete in pairs each athlete carrying a pair of 125 kg (275 pound) gas cylinders in the fastest possible time over a 75 meter (246 feet/82 yards) course on grass. Cylinders may be set down, but both must cross the finish line within the 90 seconds time limit. Distance will be measured if athlete fails to complete course in 90 seconds time limit. No straps or grip aids other than chalk are allowed.

for maximum repetitions within the 90 seconds time limit. Each repetition must be locked out (elbows and knees), feet parallel and under control (head under bar) before it is counted (referee signal down), and returned to below the chin before the next repetition is attempted. Athlete cannot return "axle" to lifting rack till completion. NO ELBOW WRAPS OR BRACES.

eliminated if he fails to clear a height in three attempts. Athlete will have 60 seconds to complete each attempt. Fewest total attempts wins in case of a tie for height.

Athletes will compete in pairs, attempting to flip an 834 pound truck tire each repeatedly over 25 meter (82 feet) course on grass in the shortest amount of time. Tire cannot be rolled, pushed or otherwise manipulated. Distance will be measured if athlete fails to complete course in 90 seconds time limit. No spikes or screw-on cleats allowed.

The top eight American preliminary finishers (after 4 events) will compete against each other and the seven IFSA pro strongmen by pulling the Atlantis® Adventures Trolley with the Women’s Fitness Challenge competitors on board (approximately 27,500 pounds) 25 meters (82 feet) asphalt course in the fastest possible time with harness and rope. Distance will be measured if athlete fails to complete course in 90 seconds time limit.

Athletes (top 8 Americans after four events and the 7 IFSA pros) attempt to lift a steel log from the ground to lockout (elbows and knees) and under control overhead (head under), feet parallel, for maximum weight. The Log must be lowered back down under control to the pedestals for the lift to be good. NO DROPPING OR THROWING OF THE LOG WILL BE TOLERATED. Starting weight will be 114 kg (251 pounds), then 124 kg (273 pounds); 134 kg (295 pounds); 144 kg (317 pounds); and in 5 kg (11 pounds) increments thereafter. There’s 90 seconds time limit on each lift, each lifter has total of 4 attempts unless competitor fails on a weight, and he is out of the competition. Tie breaker, fewest attempts.

Athletes attempt to lift and carry/load onto a platform/barrells five lava rocks ranging in weight from 200 - 300 pounds in the least amount of time (grass course). Lava rock must be carried , not rolled or pushed. Number of rocks successfully loaded will be counted if athlete fails to complete all five rocks in the 90 second time limit.

Athletes, with outstretched arms and bare hands hold back two trucks/cars fitted with handles, for as long as possible, from traveling down opposing ramps. No straps or grip aids other than chalk are allowed. No time limit.

Athletes will carry a 785 pound Super Yoke over 25 meter (82 feet) course on grass in the shortest amount of time. If the Super Yoke course is not completed in the 90 seconds time limit or if the Super Yoke is set down (or slide) on the ground, the athlete’s effort will be measured to the first point of contact with the ground.

Athletes in pairs will carry three 200 kg (440 pound) weights each up steep stairs (17" risers) (six steps) to the top platform. First to complete all three weights wins! 90 seconds time limit.