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Soldier Crowned Europe's Strongest Man
18 Jun
Summary
- Cpl Rhys Calland became Europe's Strongest Man in Doncaster.
- He is the first serving armed forces member to reach this level.
- Calland follows a strict 6,000-calorie daily diet for training.
Corporal Rhys Calland has achieved the title of Europe's Strongest Man, a remarkable feat accomplished this month in Doncaster. Calland, a 30-year-old father of two, is the first currently serving member of the armed forces to compete and win at the European level in the open weight category. His dedication, stemming from training in his parent's garage since age 14, highlights the importance of hard work and discipline.
Calland's demanding regimen includes consuming up to 6,000 calories daily to fuel his intense training sessions, which have taken him from local competitions to major events. He credits increased support and funding for strongman within the Army for allowing him to train full-time. His success follows wins at Devon's Strongest Man twice and the Armed Forces Strongest Man title.
Looking ahead, Calland is preparing for World's Strongest Man in Glasgow this August. He remains committed to consistent training, recognizing that peak strength is often reached later in life. His current achievements and future aspirations underscore a strong dedication to the sport and continuous self-improvement.
