Strongman · Pre-competition block

BUILT TO
PEAK ON
COMP DAY.

Targeted strongman programming built specifically around your competition — the events, the weights, the timing. Coached by someone who has done this at the highest level internationally.

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Event
Specific programming
Weekly
1-on-1 call with Wade
Peak
On competition day
3
Spots per block
The difference

COACHED BY
SOMEONE WHO
HAS BEEN THERE.

Most coaches program strongman from the outside. Wade has competed at national and international level — he knows what race-day nerves feel like, how fatigue accumulates across events, and what it means to peak at exactly the right moment.

Generic coaching
  • ❌ Generic peaking templates
  • ❌ No event-specific work
  • ❌ Cookie-cutter programming
  • ❌ Coach who hasn't competed
Wade Strong
  • ✓ Built around your exact events and weights
  • ✓ Peaking strategy specific to your comp date
  • ✓ Weekly 1-on-1 calls throughout the block
  • ✓ Coached by an international competitor
What's included

EVERYTHING YOU NEED
TO COMPETE AT
YOUR BEST.

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Competition-specific event training
Your program is built around the exact events in your competition — the specific implements, weights and movement patterns. Nothing generic.
📅
Peaking strategy built to your date
Wade builds your block backwards from competition day — managing load, volume and intensity so you hit peak condition exactly when it matters.
📞
Weekly 1-on-1 call with Wade
A dedicated weekly call to review your training, talk through what's working, adjust the plan and make sure your head is in the right place heading into comp.
🎥
Video analysis every week
Send Wade your training footage. He watches every rep, gives technical feedback on your event technique, and adjusts accordingly.
📱
Client portal access
Your full program, session logs, progress tracking and direct messaging with Wade — all in your personal client portal throughout the block.
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Race-day strategy
Pacing, attempt selection, event order management, warm-up protocols. The non-training stuff that wins competitions — Wade covers all of it.
Investment

LIMITED TO
3 ATHLETES
PER BLOCK.

Wade limits pre-comp blocks to three athletes at a time. This isn't a volume business — it's focused, high-attention coaching where every session gets reviewed.

Pre-Comp Build Up
$1,200
One-time · Full competition block
Everything included
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Competition-specific event training — built around your exact events and weights
✓
Peaking strategy designed to peak you on competition day
✓
Weekly 1-on-1 call with Wade throughout the block
✓
Weekly video review and technical feedback on every session
✓
Race-day strategy — pacing, attempts, warm-up protocol
✓
Client portal access — program, logs and direct messaging
Apply for the next block →
Limited to 3 athletes per block. Fill in the questionnaire and Wade will be in touch within 24 hours.
Your coach
THE ARENA
IS THE BEST
CLASSROOM.

Wade Blackburn · International Strongman

Wade doesn't just write programs — he's lived the process. Competing internationally across New Zealand, Australia and the USA has given him a deep understanding of what it takes to show up on competition day at your absolute best. Every pre-comp block he writes comes from that experience.

Professional strongman competitor — NZ, Australia, USA
7th at Strongman Corporation Arnold's Pro/Am, Ohio — one of the most competitive strongman events in the world
Multiple national-level competition appearances across open and pro divisions
Coached athletes from first competition through to national podium finishes
Deep understanding of competition peaking, attempt selection and race-day management
Common questions

FAQ

Is this just for experienced competitors?
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No. Wade coaches athletes preparing for their first competition as well as experienced competitors chasing a podium. What matters is that you have a competition booked and you're serious about your prep. Your questionnaire will tell Wade where you're at.
How far out from my competition should I start?
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The earlier the better — but Wade can work with most timelines. Tell him your competition date in the questionnaire and he'll let you know if the timing works and how he'd structure the block.
What if I don't know the exact events yet?
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Not a problem. Wade can program around likely events for your federation and weight class. Once the event list is confirmed he adjusts your program accordingly.
Why only 3 athletes per block?
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Because every session gets reviewed, every call gets Wade's full attention, and every program gets genuinely adjusted week to week. That level of coaching isn't possible at volume. Three athletes means three athletes getting the real thing.
What happens after I apply?
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Fill in the questionnaire with your competition details, current training, goals and background. Wade reviews your application and gets back to you within 24 hours. If there's a spot available and it's the right fit, you'll be in.

READY TO
COMPETE?

Apply now. 3 spots per block. Wade will be in touch within 24 hours.

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Pre-Comp Build Up · Limited to 3 athletes · $1,200
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