Runs annually, usually September — next edition expected around September 2027, not yet announced
Following on from the success of our last few years, we are pleased to confirm we are bringing you the 2026 NOVA'S STRONGEST Competition.
Sunday 13th September 2026
£40
Categories this year are:
Novice and Inters
Choose the class where the weight choices are most appropriate for you.
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Event 1: Farmers for 10m into deadlift for reps. 60-seconds.
Women: N: 55kg per hand/110kg. I: 65kg per hand/130kg.
Men: N: 90kg per hand/200kg. I: 110kg per hand/240kg.
Event 2 - Axle OH for max. 3 attempts. 60-seconds per attempt. Weight choices must be in 2.5kg jumps. Eg 35kg, 37.5kg, 40kg, 42.5kg.
Event 3 – Yoke. 10m +10m +10m. 60-second time cap.
Women: N: 150kg. I: 175kg
Men: N: 250kg. I: 305kg
Event 4 : Sandbag to shoulder medley. 60-second time cap.
Women:
N: 40, 50, 60
I: 50, 60, 70
Men:
N: 60, 80, 100
I: 80, 100, 120
Event 5: Fingal's finger
Max reps in 60seconds
W: Shorter telegraph pole
M: Longer telegraph pole
(Please note weights and events may be subject to change.)
£40
T-shirt for each entry. Medals, for winners. Fun guaranteed.
To enter contact @npbarbellclub
Thank you to our sponsors:
Nova Performance @npbarbellclub
IJL Injury Clinic @ijlclinic_coaching
Categories
- Women Novice
- Women Intermediates
Location
Nova Performance
Unit 9, Enfield Court, Nuffield Rd
St. Ives
Cambridgeshire
PE27 3NJ




