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| Wow, you actually clicked on the button to read this article, huh? Sorry, all you workout guys and girls but I'm not going to give you any wonderful secret on how to get a freaky peak on your biceps or striations in your quads. I won't tell you that I enjoy barfing after a crushing set of squats or that I really enjoy packing protein bars and water bottles everywhere I go. However, what I want to do is help you get off your ass and do something with yourself. Do you train hard? Hell yeah! But could you train harder? Do you watch what you eat and supplement your diet with what you can? You bet. But do you do it all with thought, consistency, and with a goal in mind? Do you think you're strong? Of course. But could you be stronger by simply thinking about what you're doing and why? If I've intrigued you so far, read on. If not, enjoy your life and best of luck in all that you do. | 
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My name is Corey St. Clair and I am here to help you become stronger, share with you what I have learned in the iron game and in the sport of strength athletics, and to guide you step by step through my training and competing as one of America's professional strongmen!
I currently reside in Eagle, Idaho and run my own personal training/sport conditioning company ST CLAIR STRENGTH AND FITNESS. Originally from Clearwater, Florida, I moved here in 1994 to pursue my degree in Health Promotion, Department of Kinesiology at Boise State University. Go Broncos!
He can be contacted at stclairstrength@yahoo.com.
Vital Stats
Height: 6' 4.5"
Weight: 295-315 (depending on competition schedule)
Age: 30
Upper Arm Measurement: Not big enough!
Thigh Measurement: 30-34" depending on bdy wt
Best Lifts (in gym, 2001):
Squat: 560lbs
Bench: 425
Deadlift: 585
Hang Clean: 285
Power Clean: 275x2
Hang Snatch: 185
Don't write these down, as they increase almost weekly...
Best Event Stats:
15,000 truck pull: 100' in 39.36 sec (2001)
Tire flip: 700lb tire-90' 9" in 60 sec (2000)
Farmer Carry: 400lbs for 250ft (turn) in 43.03 sec.
Keg Toss: 16'
Hoisted the Thomas Inch Dumbell Replica in Jan. '01 at the NSCA Conference; Atlanta, Ga. Go to www.Sorinex.com for more information under "Living Strong".
Best Lifts (2007):
Squat: 600 lbs
Bench: 450
Deadlift: 700+
Hang Clean: 365
1 Arm DB Press – 140x2
Pictures
See more photos of me here:
KlinePhotography.com
Articles :: Sorted By Date
Building A Yoke On A Budget
The Super Yoke is an event where the athlete lifts a large, upside-down "U" shaped item from the ground and carries it for a given distance as fast as possible.
Section: Contests :: Jul 12, 2000
Do You Have Hypoglycemia?
This meal miss may cause us to get hungry and a little cranky, but if you get real irritable, sweaty, dizzy and even angry it may be that you suffer from something called Hypoglycemia.
Section: Training :: Jun 04, 2001
Ideal Eating For The Ideal Body!
As you may know, I compete in different strength events (i.e. powerlifting, strongman) so body aesthetics aren't as important to me as they are to a bodybuilder.
Section: Nutrition :: Oct 05, 2001
So You Think You're Strong?
Ok, you're in the gym hittin' the weights hard and seeing some pretty good results. You're watching what you eat and taking the right supplements. (If not stop reading and head to the Bodybuilding.com cyberstore immediately if not sooner!)
Section: Training :: Dec 13, 2001
Strongman Contest Review!
Some of the Northwest's strongest people converged on one location August 18th to put themselves against heavy, massive and at times immovable objects. It was western Seattle's Alki Beach that the promoter had chosen for the competition and what a beautiful location it was.
Section: Contests :: Dec 21, 2001
Workout Program: Phase One!
To see the best results from your workouts, the concept of periodization can be followed. Here is a full 3 day per week program designed for Strongmen and powerlifters!
Section: Training :: Dec 21, 2001
Corey VS. The Dumbbell!
The Inch Dumbbell has a rich, interesting history that goes back as far as weights themselves. This is what would end up making them so popular and so difficult to lift.
Section: Training :: Dec 21, 2001
Preparing For Strongman Competitions - My Workout!
After reading the article on my last competition (Alki Beach/Washington State) I decided to put my workout program up for you to read and go over.
Section: Training :: Dec 21, 2001
Farmer's Walk Guide!
The farmer's carry event is seen in many of the strongman competitions today. For years, it has been a common event at competitions of all levels. From small, local events to the World’s Strongest Man, it tests more than just the grip.
Section: Contests :: Dec 21, 2001
St. Clair Strength And Fitness!
Are you ready to finally get in shape or break through your old plateaus? My personal training business can help you out! Learn more here...
Section: Training :: Dec 21, 2001
Training for Strongman Events!
Events change year to year and as you can see they often benefit athletes in different ways. Shorter athletes often do better at some while taller athlete may have an advantage at others.
Section: Training :: Dec 22, 2001
Training For Strongman Events Part Two!
Full details on how to get ready for the individual events and how to win them! Pictures included...
Section: Training :: Dec 23, 2001
Training for Strongman Events Part Three!
In the weightroom, lifts that can help you include the Olympic lifts and their derivatives. The Snatch and Clean And Jerk help with the crucial extension of the lower body.
Section: Training :: Dec 24, 2001
Strongman Competition And Powerlifting Links!
Interested in finding out more about powerlifting. Look through the list we have here to get the most up to date information.
Section: Training :: Feb 05, 2002
Your First Injury!
An estimated 3 to 5 million adults and youth are injured each year in sports and exercise which means even you will get injured sometime to one degree or another. Maybe you already have. If so, you'll find this information will describe the process you went through.
Section: Training :: Feb 09, 2002
My Favorite MRP!
Since I started lifting competitively almost 10 years ago, I have tried just about every legal product on the market designed to help increase muscle, strength and overall performance.
Section: Supplements :: Mar 14, 2002
My Experience At The Northeast Strongman Showdown!
Many of us have flipped to the sports channel at some odd hour and caught a glimpse of a huge man carrying a rock, log or barrel like it was nothing. These men always seem to be named "Magnus" and usually have huge arms and a great European accent.
Section: Contests :: Mar 19, 2002
Your 1st Competition!
Whether you're a bodybuilder, powerlifter, strongman, or athlete in any other sport for that matter, you'll always have a first competition. There will be things like checking in, equipment/clothing rules, certain procedures during the competition, and judging that you must be aware of.
Section: Contests :: May 22, 2002
The Second Annual Big Sky Strongest Man Contest
Missoula had experienced one of the longest stretches of rainy misery. The damp gloominess that went on for over 2 weeks finally broke on June 15th. Top-notch competitors from around the northwest gathered on a bright, scorching, record breaking, 85-degree day in Missoula for a successful second annual Big Sky Strongest Man Contest.
Section: Contests :: Sep 20, 2002
The 2002 Strongest Man & Woman In The West!
There were men and women competing for the title of The Strongest Man and Woman in the West...
Section: Contests :: Oct 12, 2002
Are All Proteins Equal?
However, the feasibility of today's professional having the time and ability to just toss some chicken or cottage cheese can be unrealistic. Therefore, supplements are relied on due to their convenience...
Section: Supplements :: Oct 14, 2002
2002 Northwest Strongman Superseries
Over the 2002 summer, the best strongmen of the Northwest United States competed in the Northwest Superseries. Put together by Tod Becraft (Portland, Or), the Northwest Superseries (NWSS) consisted of four competitions.
Section: Contests :: Oct 16, 2002
2002 Amateur Strongman Nationals
On October 5th of this year, I competed in the North American Strongman Society's (NASS) North America's Strongest Man competition. It was the national championship for amateur strongmen and it was held in St. Louis, MO. Weight classes went from 175lbs to Super heavyweight (300+lbs).
Section: Contests :: Oct 31, 2002
Does Alcohol Effect Strength?
Alcohol is a carbohydrate, but doesn't convert to glucose like most carbs do, but is converted into a fatty acid and is consequently more likely to store as fat. Corey St. Clair seems to know what he is talking about in this article.
Section: Nutrition :: Dec 03, 2002
Oregon's Strongest Beaver Competition
With 5 'traditional' strongman events and some great prize money, there was top-notch effort put forth by all of us. See what happened at the last event of the year!
Section: Contests :: Dec 06, 2002
Strongman Workout Programs!
When it comes to strongman competitions, every competitor has events that he/she is stronger at or weaker at. Learn what to do to bring your lagging body parts up to size.
Section: Training :: Mar 03, 2003
An Interview With Corey St. Clair!
Learn all about how and why Corey got interested in strongman events, his goals for next year and how his life has changed since receiving his pro card!
Section: Sports :: Feb 23, 2004
Idaho's Strongest Man's Prep For The World!
Idaho's strongest man, Pro Strongman Corey St. Clair, prepared hard for the 2007 World's Strongest Man Super Series in Venice Beach, California. See how he trains and how he placed!
Section: Sports :: Jul 27, 2007
