I had been excited for quite some time about the Ronnie Coleman Classic expo in Texas. Not only to compete and promote my online training business but also to visit my friend Svavar Sigursteinsson, the Gibbins family and the great Brian Dobson and the Metroflex gym.

Contest started out great I was having lots of fun. I had just pressed 500lbs in the bench and was going for 520lbs for my third and last attempt. But unfortunatly I injured my right pectoral muscle on the way down and was forced to pull out because I knew this was not some small pull or a strain.

After that I tried to focus all my energy to try to help my friend Benedikt Mangússon who was there competing as well. And guess what. He ended up pulling an all time world record in the deadlift with 1015lbs! And it was easy ladies and gentlemen.I forgot all about my injury, just witnessing that feat was a blessing in it self and I was really happy for my friend. Congratulations Benedikt and congratulations Iceland!

I had to cut my trip short to see my doctor back home and after some exams it was decided I needed surgery for the best possible recovery. I am now on the recovery road and in high spirits.

Good thing is that I am already qualified for the World's Strongest Man contest so there is no need to rush things for me as I have plenty of time to get 100%.

I will be in my best shape ever come World's and I can't wait.

 

The bruising 5 days after the injury.