Talking Strongman with Phil Pfister

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  • Опубліковано 27 чер 2024
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    I catch up with Strongman legend and winner of The World's Strongest Man 2006, Phil Pfister.
    0:00 Intro
    3:14 How it all started
    10:50 First Strongman competition
    14:17 That famous Hercules Hold
    19:00 Strongmen and Social Media
    27:00 2006 battle with Mariusz
    47:36 Reflecting on Strongman
    52:20 Evolution of Strongman
    1:03:10 Best competitors
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  • @BigLozOfficial
    @BigLozOfficial  3 роки тому +46

    My Talking Strongman episodes are also available as a podcast on iTunes, Spoitify and all other major streaming sites. Just search 'Talking Strongman' :)

    • @danjon1099
      @danjon1099 3 роки тому +1

      Thank you for doing this series Loz🙏🏻

    • @robertcrane1128
      @robertcrane1128 3 роки тому +3

      Also. PLEASE get Derek Poundstone on! He had a great battle with Super M and Big Z. Would be great to hear form him

    • @BigLozOfficial
      @BigLozOfficial  3 роки тому +2

      @@robertcrane1128 ua-cam.com/video/laI3Ego6XvE/v-deo.html :)

    • @Danimal77
      @Danimal77 3 роки тому +2

      @@robertcrane1128 He's already had Derek on.

    • @parisferguson8654
      @parisferguson8654 3 роки тому +1

      What’s happened to talking strongman ?

  • @hockeyfreak896890
    @hockeyfreak896890 3 роки тому +72

    Phil winning 5 events in a row in the final the year he won will forever go down as one of the most DOMINANT finals performance by an athlete EVER. What a beast of a man.

    • @AA-tq7dm
      @AA-tq7dm 3 роки тому +1

      @@williamkelly5689 Well unless you look at WSM 2003 where Mariusz beat second place by 20 points 😂

    • @kevinkohoutek995
      @kevinkohoutek995 3 роки тому

      @@williamkelly5689 actually also in 2007 , when mariusz lost Phil the year before .
      Before the atlas stones mariusz won WSM before the final event even happened .

    • @wifflebat14
      @wifflebat14 3 роки тому +3

      I was going to say this. My favourite final because he looks like he's done after the first 2 events, then just turns it on. What's more amazing is he did exactly the same in the heats that year. What a champ.

    • @Slasher1331
      @Slasher1331 Рік тому

      It was legendary!

  • @falconfitness4222
    @falconfitness4222 3 роки тому +41

    Phil Phister gives me hope ..hes had a receding hairline since 2001 and still has hair

  • @MattRhodesSport
    @MattRhodesSport 3 роки тому +30

    This was really great. Talk about doing it the hard way with a full time job, no training partner and getting the better of the great Mariusz.

  • @RyanJacksonElectrical
    @RyanJacksonElectrical 3 роки тому +31

    Watching Mariusz' reactions to Phil's performance was great. He could not believe how well Phil did, especially on the car carry. Such an impressive performance.

    • @seanbarker9272
      @seanbarker9272 3 роки тому

      He couldn't even place his last stone he was that shook

  • @jmuck4695
    @jmuck4695 3 роки тому +46

    2006 Worlds Strongest Man 🏆 Respect 💪🏼

    • @Patrick00011
      @Patrick00011 3 роки тому +1

      Greatest comeback of all time.

    • @TheBullWillWin
      @TheBullWillWin 3 роки тому +1

      I watched that strongman in 2006. Beating Marius made him a legend!!!!

    • @jmuck4695
      @jmuck4695 3 роки тому

      @@Patrick00011 His calculated casual lift of the 4 stones was epic! 🤙🏼

    • @jmuck4695
      @jmuck4695 3 роки тому

      @@TheBullWillWin Lifting all 4 stones followed by a record time on the Fingers was the turning point! It was awesome to watch!

    • @TheBullWillWin
      @TheBullWillWin 3 роки тому +2

      @@jmuck4695 Phil's war cry was my Screensaver for 4 yrs!

  • @erikenqvist9081
    @erikenqvist9081 3 роки тому +17

    How chill and mellow is that dude?

  • @brianmccarthy2923
    @brianmccarthy2923 3 роки тому +28

    "I only let go of the handles when I ran out of sh*t to say" 😂

  • @ryanwilliamson9126
    @ryanwilliamson9126 3 роки тому +49

    Wanted this interview for a while, other interviews I'd like to see and I'm sure others would:
    Andy Bolton
    Glenn Ross
    Darren Sadler
    Peter Bremner
    Dale, 3d strength
    Rob Frampton
    Dan Hipkiss
    Tom Hibbert
    Great channel Loz, been a god send in 2020 for all us stuck at home and I don't think you even realise how much of a positive impact this content has had in what's been a hard year.

    • @BigLozOfficial
      @BigLozOfficial  3 роки тому +10

      Thank you buddy

    • @SpodyOdy
      @SpodyOdy 3 роки тому +10

      Glenn Ross would be interesting seems like a character.

    • @mrunoriginal3248
      @mrunoriginal3248 3 роки тому +1

      I'm also interested in Rob Frampton and Glen.

  • @allylilith5605
    @allylilith5605 3 роки тому +27

    I feel like most athletes and viewers want to see more natural stones. It's just the most iconic thing for strength sport in general imo.historically man vs stone has something very special about it and I hope to see more of it in the future. A raw test of strength and creativity, with a lot of potential surprises in the results

    • @beardedbjorn5520
      @beardedbjorn5520 3 роки тому +1

      I agree. The natural stone events at the Arnold’s get amazing views compared to some of the others. People obviously want more.

  • @dfeferman
    @dfeferman 3 роки тому +3

    Phil is one of my fav strongmen of all time. his 2006 performance was legendary

  • @deadliftkid9032
    @deadliftkid9032 3 роки тому +15

    I'd like to see an interview of Glenn Ross aka Big Daddy he's done so much for the sport in Ireland an UK with events too getting new competitors into the sport

  • @mgcgrozit
    @mgcgrozit 3 роки тому +4

    I loved that Hercules Hold moment.
    Absolute legend of the sport! Big Phil is the nicest and most genuine person and he seems like a good guy to be around.

  • @JohnMitchell-th6yu
    @JohnMitchell-th6yu 3 роки тому +9

    I'm so happy you got Phil Pfister on Talking Strongman. Hes been my idol for a long time, having grown up in Charleston West Virginia.

  • @joshuacourtney3870
    @joshuacourtney3870 3 роки тому +9

    Phil is a legend!!

  • @TheBullWillWin
    @TheBullWillWin 3 роки тому +6

    I watched that strongman in 2006. Beating Marius made him a legend!!!!

  • @Slasher1331
    @Slasher1331 Рік тому +1

    Phil Pfister's 06 final run was legendary! A man standing 6'6" weighing 375lbs moving as fast as he did was extraordinary!

  • @wolfsfire68
    @wolfsfire68 3 роки тому +4

    Thank you Loz for this excellent interview with Phil Pfister. His win over Mariusz in 2006 was absolutely epic!

  • @williamwhalen1168
    @williamwhalen1168 3 роки тому +6

    5 straight wins in the 06 finals to win the title. Such dominance. Never see that dominance again ever. Sure guys can win by a lot of points, but to win 5 straight finals events out of 7. Totally awesome. Cheers to you and Liz on your channel.

  • @wesleyzepeda6759
    @wesleyzepeda6759 3 роки тому +5

    Phil has become one of my favorite old school strongman. Just because one of the older guys in my gym used to train with Phil and tells me all sorts of stories about him.

  • @robmantle3710
    @robmantle3710 3 роки тому +2

    One of the best chats yet, Phil needs no questioning he can just talk and talk. Great to see an insight to the guys I grew up watching on TV. Seems like a genuinely top bloke. 💪👌👍

  • @ricze6
    @ricze6 3 роки тому +1

    I couldn't wait for this. One of best memorys.. Phil Fister winning WSM is one of them. I do BB but love Strongman and watching it too. Beating unbelievable competition too and bringing the title back to the USA after a long time.

  • @iandunbar7030
    @iandunbar7030 3 роки тому +1

    Fantastic Loz , love Phil such a humbling chap ..

  • @gripstrength
    @gripstrength 3 роки тому +1

    Great interview!

  • @laddersman
    @laddersman 3 роки тому +5

    Phil deserved to Win in 2006 he dominated WSM that year .

  • @mickyd5009
    @mickyd5009 3 роки тому +1

    Always came across as a wholesome guy, nice to see he's doing well

  • @MouserStrength
    @MouserStrength 3 роки тому +3

    Used to bring Phil to one of my shows almost every Fall for many years. Absolutely terrific guy to have at a show. Great on the mic, great with people, easy going, and an intelligent guy.

  • @paulbudford
    @paulbudford 3 роки тому +1

    Another great interview.
    Phil is still a very humble guy.

  • @deltamech85
    @deltamech85 2 роки тому

    Absolutely love and appreciate these talks with previous generations of strength athletes. You are the only one who gives these athletes form whom we all owe so much a platform. Would love to see the Gillingham brothers who have got to be one of the strongest families in history. Thanks again

  • @misterc5783
    @misterc5783 3 роки тому +4

    This is one I’ve been keen to see. And it didn’t disappoint.
    Great humility and that’s always been very easy to warm to.

  • @Maddolis
    @Maddolis 3 роки тому +3

    Nice hearing these stories about Brian Siders, he was always great fun to watch at the Arnolds. You had your strongmen powerhouses like Zydrunas and Vasyl, then someone like Brian would compete or Glenn Ross would press overhead with zero leg drive and turn the odd event into a spectacle. Brian probably would've made a great armwrestler too had he chosen too, I remember him being interviewed by Greg Valentino and Greg's hand just disappears into Brian's when they shake.

  • @petergibson6589
    @petergibson6589 3 роки тому +6

    Brilliant, been waiting for this.
    True legend of the sport.

  • @danwhite3919
    @danwhite3919 3 роки тому +3

    I've often wondered what became of Phil. This was a great episode Loz, keep em coming!

  • @jimmiller2270
    @jimmiller2270 3 роки тому +1

    Great interview. Phil has been one of my favorite athletes for years.

  • @wifflebat14
    @wifflebat14 3 роки тому +1

    Hardly looks any older than when he won WSM. Go Phil!

  • @Esprits4s
    @Esprits4s 3 роки тому +1

    Great interview! Thank you

  • @marcusorillius6971
    @marcusorillius6971 3 роки тому +2

    Probably best interview yet. Brought back a lot of memories for some reason.

  • @danielrichardson4868
    @danielrichardson4868 3 роки тому

    I've been waiting for this one! 😊😊😊💪🏼💪🏼💪🏼

  • @andrewlow-hang3106
    @andrewlow-hang3106 3 роки тому +1

    Awesome video. 👍💪

  • @ivesvisagie6717
    @ivesvisagie6717 3 роки тому +1

    Great Interview Loz

  • @jeffreyparker7081
    @jeffreyparker7081 3 роки тому

    I really enjoyed this interview. Thank you.

  • @hendrikmostert3305
    @hendrikmostert3305 3 роки тому

    Much love for Phil he is a super chill guy. I would also love to see him on a skateboard! Worlds strongest skateboarder.

  • @steveunderwood8145
    @steveunderwood8145 3 роки тому +2

    Wow! Nice surprise drop for a Saturday evening. Nice one Loz

  • @mathewsaunders1502
    @mathewsaunders1502 3 роки тому

    Another incredible interview loz.

  • @Silky_boi
    @Silky_boi 3 роки тому +2

    Oh! Now this is one hell of a Saturday!!

  • @nickhinde6528
    @nickhinde6528 3 роки тому

    big Phil. What a great guy. Excellent video, Uncle Loz

  • @Danimal77
    @Danimal77 3 роки тому +1

    Phil, you're a true legend of the sport. You're authentic, down-to-earth, highly intelligent/articulate, easy going and funny. People might have mistaken your confidence for arrogance back when you competed, but the truth is, you just believed in yourself, which unfortunately is a rare trait. I have nothing but respect and admiration for what you have accomplished. Thanks for the years of entertainment Phil!

  • @coolcatalex6241
    @coolcatalex6241 3 роки тому

    Thank you for everything you do Loz. Another amazing episode :)

  • @samarthur1847
    @samarthur1847 3 роки тому +3

    As for Big Z, Phil has it spot on, if you look back, he lost or didn’t win so many competitions, but boy did he learn from experience

  • @Patrick00011
    @Patrick00011 3 роки тому +3

    This is one podcast I'm going to have to give my undivided attention to. Keep them coming "Larry Baby".

  • @coachbobkapustka4803
    @coachbobkapustka4803 3 роки тому

    YES great to see you interview Phil. awesome

  • @tonysurface1
    @tonysurface1 3 роки тому

    Thanks for the interview Loz. It was great to catch up with Phil and see how he's doing. I hope he makes a comeback.

  • @christophershepherd9509
    @christophershepherd9509 3 роки тому +1

    Two of the greats just having a chat. You can't go wrong. Love the content as usual Loz keep it coming bro. Can't wait for your chat with Kaz!!!

  • @miroslawswiercz8494
    @miroslawswiercz8494 3 роки тому +8

    I actually strongly agree with Phil they need more natural events!

    • @beardedbjorn5520
      @beardedbjorn5520 3 роки тому +1

      Absolutely! More old school unconventional feats as well. I’m a bit sick of deadlift and log press.

  • @jasonrakes4707
    @jasonrakes4707 3 роки тому

    Thank you loz for this. A true pleasure to catch up with Phil. Loz, you was one of my favorites to watch by the way.

  • @joeblow5929
    @joeblow5929 3 роки тому +2

    Awesome stuff Loz. The way this sport has grown over the years I think Phil Pfister coming out and being a part of the new generation stuff would be awesome even if its holding a mic and talking to folks. There really isn't enough coverage of the sport and bringing back the older Athletes would be awesome. Your voice and relevance is just important today as it was back when you were competing.

  • @holt2706
    @holt2706 3 роки тому +1

    This is awesome Loz 👊

  • @petertherealist7089
    @petertherealist7089 Рік тому

    Phil was always one of the friendliest and humble strongmen

  • @shelbyn9335
    @shelbyn9335 3 роки тому

    Amazing interview! Phil talking about Strongman and it being about the struggle really hit the mark. Now I know I have to compete when things are good again. Thank you Loz, love that you give us these gems.

  • @murada2007
    @murada2007 3 роки тому +2

    Loz, please get an interview with Jouko. I bet he would have some great stories and I would love to get some insight into his strong mindset.

  • @curoimacdaire3630
    @curoimacdaire3630 3 роки тому

    Really entertaining interview from Phil. This was a great listen!

  • @pauljt3736
    @pauljt3736 3 роки тому

    Fantastic interview Loz please keep the amazing content coming, good luck and God bless mate 🙏👍

  • @czegenyiraymond3342
    @czegenyiraymond3342 3 роки тому

    What a Legend!!

  • @sammcclure1553
    @sammcclure1553 3 роки тому

    This might have been my favorite one of these. I had to go find the 06 WSM final on youtube. Keep these coming Loz! I like the mix of young and up and coming guys, as well as guys I grew up watching.

  • @EmperorPigeon
    @EmperorPigeon 3 роки тому

    Great interview! Really enjoyed watching Phil back in the day, I remembered him being such a beast at Fingal's Fingers during those days.

  • @willjaeger1878
    @willjaeger1878 3 роки тому

    Thanks for this, Loz. Pfister is my all time favorite.

  • @robertcrane1128
    @robertcrane1128 3 роки тому

    I'm soo Glad you have Big Phil on! His win was one of the biggest comebacks and wins ever! LEGEND!

  • @c.t.fletcher1180
    @c.t.fletcher1180 2 роки тому

    GREAT INTERVIEW!

  • @PhillipCalvin627
    @PhillipCalvin627 3 роки тому

    I am still hero struck by Phil.
    2006 was the first time in my life I got to see an American win WSM.
    His declaration in the heats during the Hercules Hold as awe inspiring, and he delivered.
    God Bless you Phil. 2006 still a personal favorite.

  • @mangilitking4572
    @mangilitking4572 3 роки тому +1

    Haven't aged a day, Phil Pfister. Such a nice soul

  • @PronatorTendon
    @PronatorTendon 3 роки тому +4

    I've gotten much enjoyment watching his era, and Kaz', and Cleve, and Stefan, and Magnus, and Raimonds, and Mariusz, and Big Z, and Loz, and Brian, and Eddie, and so on, just a captivating sport that hasn't yet gotten it's due. The cost/prize ratio is ridiculously low

  • @mikedarrow3809
    @mikedarrow3809 3 роки тому +1

    I like him even more after this interview!

  • @billyyousaf2036
    @billyyousaf2036 3 роки тому

    Hi Loz,
    Awesome video! Great talk with Phil, he definitely seems like a cool bloke! Really enjoyed it! It'd be great to see you and Phil compete together in a Masters competition.
    Please get Kaz on your podcast as it'd be great to his stories and hear him talk about his career.
    Big thank you for making the video.
    Cheers,
    Billy

  • @SpodyOdy
    @SpodyOdy 3 роки тому +2

    Got to meet him in 2005 great guy biggest hands I have ever seen literally engulfed my hand and wrist when shaking hands.

    • @Danimal77
      @Danimal77 3 роки тому +2

      Him and Mark Felix are known to have the largest hands in the history of the sport.

  • @wvviking3139
    @wvviking3139 3 роки тому

    Was so happy to see fellow West Virginian fulfill his destiny and win 2006 Worlds Strongest Man. After the car walk that was it. Thank you Phil for such a great memory, and thank you Loz for another great video and your commitment to strongman.

  • @jarrydsavage7547
    @jarrydsavage7547 3 роки тому

    Really great chat with Phil, like a couple old mates having a yarn. Good on ya loz.

  • @benenlynch9733
    @benenlynch9733 3 роки тому

    Class you see that bit of strongman fire pop up during the conversation 💪😏

  • @brettbrown6377
    @brettbrown6377 3 роки тому

    Wow! What an awesome interview. As an American and a strongman fan since the late 70s, there was a long drought to endure of American winners of WSM. Phil seemed to be the catalyst for a resurgence of American wins. His 2006 win was incredible and came against a competitor in Marius who seemed unbeatable. Please have Kaz on and thanks for what you’re doing.

  • @mikesbbody
    @mikesbbody 3 роки тому

    So glad Phil made good on his promise to win WSM one thing I like about you Loz is you're not afraid to correct anyone (even a WSM) if they get a fact wrong or whatever it's a good thing to do it shows you are passionate about what you do :-)

  • @shawnsprowl757
    @shawnsprowl757 3 роки тому

    I love the history great interview.

  • @-Erebus
    @-Erebus 3 роки тому +2

    Finally!

  • @jacobdagel2041
    @jacobdagel2041 3 роки тому

    Great watch

  • @scarycloud
    @scarycloud 3 роки тому +4

    Talking about how good Brian was at static events. I'd be interested in a top 10 list of greatest static lifters of all timr

  • @guanjun1178
    @guanjun1178 3 роки тому

    Yes! Big Phil!

  • @OddButCools
    @OddButCools 3 роки тому

    Great interview! What a character with a good heart. I am a huge fan of Pudzian, but can’t stopping smiling when he beat him in the atlas stones and did the famous scream: yeahhh! Yeahhhhh!!!

  • @kraignewton4617
    @kraignewton4617 3 роки тому +3

    Finally I’ve been eating soo long for this

    • @proboz
      @proboz 3 роки тому +4

      God, your poor toilet.
      (Just kidding. Funny little typo!)

  • @GloriousRevelations
    @GloriousRevelations 3 роки тому +1

    That 2006 WSM is still one of the best shows i ever seen

  • @richardrae5049
    @richardrae5049 3 роки тому

    Wouldn't have thought of Phil as an interview subject but having watched this its now one of my favorites that you have done so far,cheers Loz.
    Ps would also love to see Glen Ross👍

  • @Mr.Ciobanu
    @Mr.Ciobanu 3 роки тому

    Yes, fking love it ! One of the most impressive win in WSM history !

  • @samarthur1847
    @samarthur1847 3 роки тому +1

    Phil Phister first USA winner since Kaz, very self depreciating but a true strongman.
    Interesting to hear Fleming Rasmussen get a shout, great shoulder strength, and former 10 Pin Bowling champ.

    • @Danimal77
      @Danimal77 3 роки тому

      Yup. Flemming is a very thin man today. Looks nothing like his former self.

  • @Wayne-oj6lj
    @Wayne-oj6lj 3 роки тому

    Brilliant, gentle giant, could of listened for hours

  • @wvviking3139
    @wvviking3139 3 роки тому +3

    I remember watching that when Zydrunas had the stone fall back with him.

  • @douglasnisbet1189
    @douglasnisbet1189 3 роки тому +18

    Ha I bet he is still massively strong even without training.

    • @danielrichardson4868
      @danielrichardson4868 3 роки тому +1

      Yeah, when youre 6'6" and 350 lbs and have been carrying that kind of weight for 20 years...your legs and back are always going to be very very strong....probably until hes 60...then it ll start to decline... he could probably load a 400 pound stone with some tacky without too much strain

    • @lukebbuff
      @lukebbuff 3 роки тому +2

      It's crazy how naturally big a fit he is without training.

    • @james3876
      @james3876 3 роки тому

      @@danielrichardson4868 There's alot of power lost in the waste weight for alot of these big guys walking around. A 400# dude lifting 400# weight is stronger than a 200# dude doing the same thing, but will look weaker

  • @richardmock3198
    @richardmock3198 3 роки тому

    Great to see Phil 😁 his speech telling everyone he would win WSM still inspires me today 😎👍☝️

  • @riselikethephoenix1
    @riselikethephoenix1 3 роки тому

    WSM 2006 is still my favorite to go back and rewatch. Watching Phil dominate the guy called THE DOMINATOR was so cool!

  • @sheenamcconnachie6592
    @sheenamcconnachie6592 3 роки тому

    Phil categorises Strongman perfectly 👌

  • @bigbenpbr
    @bigbenpbr 3 роки тому +2

    Awesome interview. Loved watching Pfister back in the day. He does not get the credit ge is due. He even beat prime Marius once.

  • @paulbarber4719
    @paulbarber4719 3 роки тому

    Always been a fan of Phil from "West By-God Virginia". I still remember his Hercules Hold "speech". That was awesome!! Sent chills up my spine.. Seeing Phil next to Todd Harris, gives you an idea of his true size. And all you guys. Love WSM and Loz, what you're doing for the sport. This will hopefully bring it to a whole new level. Keep on keeping on.

  • @joshqrobpo9980
    @joshqrobpo9980 3 роки тому

    awesome

  • @ThorsHammer88
    @ThorsHammer88 3 роки тому

    I was sad when he beat Mariusz that year but he definitely deserved it. Great interview as always!