We are incredibly proud to be sponsoring the West
country’s Gary Clarke as he heads to Iceland to compete in the World’s Strongest
Disabled Man competition.
We recently pledged £500 to support
Gary as he competes in Reykjavik, Iceland, next weekend (October 18/19).
The donation will help the 35-year-old, who has cerebal palsy, cover
his hotel and travel expenses.
He said: “In the past I’ve had to rely on myself and the generosity of
friends and relatives to cover the cost of competing.
“It’s wonderful to know I’ve got the backing of Impey and the money
they have donated will be a huge help.”
Gary, from Chard, competed in last year’s contest where he was the
only Brit to compete and came fourth in the world. He was invited back this
year by organiser Magnus Ver Magnusson, four-times winner of the World’s
Strongest Man contest.
This year he will be hoping to beat his personal best in a programme
events which includes a log lift, truck pull and a challenge called the
Hercules Hurl – where participants must hold onto two cables with 100kg weights
on each end for as long as possible, testing both their strength and grip.
Gary, who trains at the
Griffin Strongman Camp at North Perrott under trainer Phil Diamond, said : “I’m
determined to go out to Reykjavik and give it my all.
“As long as I beat my records from last year I will be pleased – all
you can do is the do the best for yourself and that’s what I’ll do.”
Gary, who uses crutches and experiences difficulties with his balance
due to his condition, added: “My disability is just a small part of my life.
“Disability is just a state of mind – I choose not to let it hold me
back, and events like this prove you can achieve the things you want to,
regardless of any disability.”
We’re
delighted to be supporting Gary as he competes in the World’s Strongest
Disabled Man competition.
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