Barrel Lifting
A barrel is a bulky, awkward object which makes the lifter have to work extra hard to try and lift it -- especially if it is partially filled with liquid which will slosh around in an unpredictable manner.
Now, you may be wondering -- why not just use a barbell?
The fact that the barrel is awkward to lift means that it will strengthen areas that typical weights simply can't match, not to mention that lifting barrels may provided a much needed "jolt" to a stagnant training program.
Strongmen have been lifting "odd objects" such as barrels, kegs, logs, anvils, sandbags, and even cannons for well over a century.
This lens will provide several different barrel lifting exercises and workout ideas as well as some links to visit for more information about barrel lifting and other forms of oldtime strongman training.
Barrel Lifting Exercises and More:
In fact, Jowett included a barrel lifting section in his Molding a Mighty Grip Course (which is a good resource to check out.)
There are many different ways to train with barrels. The most popular barrel lifting exercises include:
1. Overhead Press (for the shoulders)
2. Row (for the back)
3. Curl (for the arms)
4. Shouldering (for the waist muscles)
5. Carrying (full-body strength)
6. Loading (full-body strength)
7. Throwing for height or distance (full-body strength -- should only be done with steel kegs though.)
-- Steve Justa Lifting a Steel Drum --
Please see the following links for more information on barrel lifting:
Types of Barrels:
You can also use steel kegs which may be more readily available -- and definately use a steel keg if you are going to be doing any throwing. Kegs generally come with or without handles, depending on the brand.
Also, the larger the barrel, the fewer exercises that you can actually do with it. Keep in mind, a partially filled barrel weighing as little as 50 pounds can provide an excellent workout since it will be "live" while the liquid moves around as you use it.
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