Matthew Selves – City Strength

About me

I started in 2012 when a few friends were doing Strongman, I joined in and got hooked from then.

Static Monsters

2023

Strongman

Opens

1st place

South Coast Strongest Man

2023

Strongman

Opens

2nd place

Static Monsters

2022

Strongman

Opens

3rd place

Arnold Classic Strongman

2018

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Opens

1st place

Static Monsters

2017

Strongman

Opens

1st place

Australias Strongest Man

2017

Strongman

Opens

top 5

NSW Strongest Man

2017

Strongman

Opens

2nd place

Arnold Classic Strongman

2015

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Opens

top 5

Clash of the Titans

2015

Strongman

Opens

1st place

Sydney Strongman Series

2014

Strongman

opens

1st place

Best sporting moment

Meeting Arnold Schwarzenegger at the 2019 Pro Show

ATHLETE SPOTLIGHT

What does your competition day look like (Do you have a pre-comp ritual or superstitions)?

Good breakfast, killer pythons in my bag, music on and in the zone

What is the most important mental aspect of your training and competing?

Looking after yourself mentally is just as important as looking after yourself physically

Who are your role models and why?

Graham Hicks, because he never gives up

What advice would you give to someone who wants to start in the sport?

Don't rush, take your time learning proper technique from the best

What are your plans and goals for the future in your sport and generally?

Qualify for ASA 2024, and ASM 2025

What do you enjoy doing outside of the gym/sport?

Gaming, and being with my family

Journal Highlights

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