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Mitchell Hooper, is undeniably a saleable and most acknowledged Strongman, who is the most avowed man, plugging in a mind-numbing performance, pulling loaded trucks at Log Throws. Though the Canadian athlete won the World’s Strongman Competition this year clinching the WSM title. Nevertheless, the Shaw Classic has got his hands on the trademark of the strongest man on Earth, the 27-YO strongman is getting all primed and equipped to win the forthcoming event.

Hence, Hooper is venturing leg presses in ten reps to clinch the trademarked title at one of the most prestigious strongman competitions in the third week of August. 

World’s Strongest Man is girding up his lion’s for the Shaw Classic 2023

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Recently, Mitchell Hooper went onto his Instagram account and posted a video of doing leg pressing, quoting, “ 90 degree dead stop in preparation for the Shaw Classic.” Pressing 2000 lbs, the 27-year-old strongman says, “no belt, wraps, sleeves, just pure strength,” adding, “Lift heavy be kind apparel.” The Canadian powerlifter has set the Internet on fire, becoming an online sensation as fans are all tumultuous watching his dunkirk spirit to grab the Shaw Classic title even after top-scoring the WSM title. 

Almost 18 days after the spine-chilling Instagram post, deadlifting a staggering 880 lbs, he has exhibited a manifold increase in his preparation. Though Mitchell was deadlifting 880 lbs in three reps, what worried the fans, and the bodybuilding fraternity is a curvature at his back which is at odds with the unconventional modus operandi. The distinctive technique italicized on maintaining a straight back, while Hooper’s back demonstrated a discernible curve. 

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Succeeding the deadlift, Hooper’s fans got frenetic and hyperactive by even arguing that his unorthodox form makes him more attractive by quoting, “A spine is supposed to bend.” Moreover, fans are getting even more energetic with a boatload of comments after watching the leg-pressing post on Instagram. 

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Frenetic Fans wagering on Mitchell Hooper 

Scores of fans with tunnel vision, propping up Mitchell Hooper to become the next strongest man on Earth, are commenting on his latest Instagram post quoting, Insane man! Looking forward to seeing what you do at The Shaw Classic! While some others are saying, “This is a great PR all around!

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At 6 ‘3 with 320 lbs, the 27-YO up swinging at the top of the Strongman realm is nothing less than phenomenal. It would be interesting to watch him at the competition this year in the mid of August. So fans, fasten your seatbelts and get ready for a parade. Do not forget to comment below about your thoughts on the strongman competition.

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