Tom Stoltman y Luke Stoltmanrecognized as two of the stronger men world, cemented their place in the elite of strength sports from their residence in the Scottish Highlands, where they train hard and they maintain a special dietwith an unusual rest, which allows them to be the most dominant and powerful.
Since 2019, the brothers have been finalists in the recognized strength competitions of the Strongest Man in the World (WSM). Even with Tom lifting the trophy three times, the most recent in 2023. At 30 years old, the champion is just two titles away from equaling the all-time record of Mariusz Pudzianowski.
The brothers Stoltmanoriginally from Invergordon, chose to defy the usual expectations of their hometown in Scotland. Luke shared his experience in a note published by the British media The Telegraph: “We came from a small town and we were told, growing up, that nothing should really happen.”. This push-the-go mentality led them to invest in their own store and gym, places where their fame has attracted visitors from as far away as New Zealand.
The most salient point of the article is about the secrets of the strongest brothers in Europe. The Stoltmans’ daily routine and food consumption are truly impressive. Luke explained that he eats “eight eggs when you wake up with sourdough or oatmeal toast and fruit”highlighting the importance of an intake that reaches the 8,000 calories daily before a competition. Additionally, they eat 340 grams of pasta or rice with some vegetables, three times a day. They allow themselves a “cheat food” before training, which could be a double burger with friesalthough it depends on how they react to such a heavy meal.
For his part, Tom mentioned that they have their own 2.5 kilo beef fillet (called ‘Stoltman steak’) which is prepared especially for them by a butcher friend. As indicated The Telegraphthe brothers not only enjoy a diet full of protein and carbohydrates, but they also adapt their meals as the competitions approach, incorporating more foods high in sugar to optimize performance.
In terms of training, the Stoltman brothers turned the Scottish town into a nerve center for their demanding routines. Describing its practice space, the aforementioned media highlighted: “Stoltman HQ is a discreet building in harmony with the tranquility of the town. There, they spend long hours lifting colossal objects such as Atlas stones and giant barrels.. At a recent meeting, a journalist was taken to a gymnasium that the athletes opened to the public, where he was allowed to observe, and in some cases attempt, the brothers’ exploits.
The key to handling enormous physical pressure lies not only in your training but also in your recovery. The Stoltmans adopted daily immersion in zero-degree water, improving their understanding of the importance of cardiovascular exercise. Given the magnitude of your body weight, sleep quality is also vital. An essential factor in your rest routine are personalized beds, designed to provide comfort for your size, reinforced at hip heightwhere the brothers weigh more, with special springs that allow air to circulate more freely during the night. “Mine is eight feet long.”Tom added.
Finally, Tom’s story is inspiring beyond his physical strength. Despite having been diagnosed with autism In childhood, he used this condition to his advantage in competitions. Tom expressed that planning is essential for him.
The brothers continue their exceptional journey in the world of strength sports, not only challenging physical limits but also inspiring others to rethink what is possible in a small community.
