When it comes to shopping for the Strongman in your life, it can be hard to know where to start. Luckily, we’ve got a strongman pro to guide you. These gift ideas come directly from a seasoned Strongman athlete, whose advice is featured in our guide to building a home Strongman gym.
From budget-friendly gear to big-ticket items, this list is packed with options for every price range.
Gifts Under $10: Small but Mighty
If you're looking to spend a little but make a big impact, Pull-up Bands are a great option. Starting under $10, these bands are versatile for Strongmen training. They offer resistance for assisted pull-ups, provide added tension in presses, and can even be used for recovery work after a grueling session. Since they come in different resistance levels, you can buy a couple without breaking the bank.
Gifts Under $50: Essential Strongman Tools
For a few more dollars, you can get gear that adds serious value to any strongman’s training routine. Consider a small Sandbag, available in seven colors, perfect for introducing sandbag training. These bags can be filled to various weights, challenging the athlete with awkward, functional strength movements.
Another idea: 3” Cannonball Grips can add variety to grip training. Attaching them to pull-up bars or lifting rigs helps develop a crush-worthy grip strength.
Gifts Under $70: Leveling Up Training
At this price point, you’ll find tools that are often a staple in a strongman’s arsenal. The 5’ Axle Bar is a great starter bar for strongmen, coming in under $70. The thicker bar requires more grip strength and adds difficulty to every press or deadlift.
If your gym buddy already has a bar, consider gifting a 50lb Stone Sandbag —great for carrying, loading, and squatting movements -- the perfect way to prep for keg carries, odd-object challenges, and more. These tools offer serious training benefits without a huge price tag.
Gifts Under $100: Building Strength and Power
In the sub-$100 category, we’re starting to see equipment that packs a major punch. A 150lb Stone Sandbag can challenge even seasoned Strongmen with OHP reps and more.
Another excellent option is the Pull Sled—ideal for Strongmen who need to practice explosive power work. Whether pushing or pulling, sleds are fantastic for conditioning, leg strength, and improving overall endurance, all in one versatile piece of gear.
Gifts Under $150: Go Big or Go Home
Strongmen thrive on challenge, and nothing screams challenge like the Farmer’s Walk Handles. These are perfect for building grip strength, core stability, and overall conditioning. Whether they’re training for competitions or improving functional strength, this gift won't miss.
Gifts Under $300: Serious Strength Equipment
Want to give something that will be in their home gym for years to come? The 20kg Colorado Bar is a high-quality, all-around barbell perfect for deadlifts, presses, and squats. If you want to add more variation to their training, the Cambered Swiss Bar allows for more grip angles and joint-friendly pressing. It's great to train log press. Both options are excellent investments for any serious Strongman.
Big Impact Gifts: Under $1,000
Looking to make a serious statement? For a gift that will last a lifetime, consider weight plates. You can build a set to fit any budget, with Old School Iron Plates starting under $20 for a pair, or go big with a full 425lb set for just under $800.
If you really want to impress, look into the Oxylus™ yoke, which starts just under $1,000. This iconic piece of Strongman equipment can be used for carries, presses, and squats, making it a versatile and essential tool in any Strongman’s training routine.
The ultimate? Combine the two and you've got one happy Strongman.
