Ari Gunnarsson
Compare to Another AthleteAri Gunnarsson is a strongman from Iceland who stands 188 cm (6 ft 2 in) tall and competes at 152 kg (335 lb), born November 15, 1983 (age 42).
Last 5 Contests
- 1 2018 Northern Giant Aug 23, 2018
- 1 2019 Strongest Man in Iceland Jun 1, 2019
- 2 2020 Iceland's Strongest Viking Jul 4, 2020
- 3 2020 Iceland's Strongest Man Aug 8, 2020
- 1 2021 Iceland's Strongest Viking Jul 1, 2021
3 wins and 5 podiums in the last 5. Most recent: 1st at 2021 Iceland's Strongest Viking, Jul 1, 2021.
Competition Statistics
International
National
Strengths & Weaknesses
Ari Gunnarsson is strongest at Throwing: an average placing of 1.5 across 4 outings, with 3 wins. Weakest at Carry (6.5 across 6).
- Throwing 1.5
- Overhead Press 2.5
- Medley 2.3
- Deadlift 2.8
- Atlas Stones 3.3
- Carry 6.5
Average finishing position in each event type, across every contest we hold results for. Lower is better. Ordering weighs how often an event has been contested, so a strong average from a handful of outings does not outrank a long record. That is why an event higher up the list can show a slightly worse average than one below it. Event types with fewer than 4 recorded outings are not shown.
Powerlifting Records
Data from OpenPowerlifting.org (CC0)
Career Bests
Career Trajectory
Contest placements by year - lower is better
| Date | Contest Name | Type | Division | Location | Placing | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Jul 1, 2021 | 2021 Iceland's Strongest Viking | Iceland's Strongest Viking | M | - | #1 | 79.00 |
| Aug 8, 2020 | 2020 Iceland's Strongest Man | Iceland's Strongest Man | M | ReykjavÃk, Iceland, Iceland | #3 | 27.50 |
| Jul 4, 2020 | 2020 Iceland's Strongest Viking | Iceland's Strongest Viking | M | - | #2 | 50.50 |
| Jun 1, 2019 | 2019 Strongest Man in Iceland | Strongest Man in Iceland | M | Sudureyri, Iceland, Iceland | #1 | 76.50 |
| Aug 23, 2018 | 2018 Northern Giant | Northern Giant | M | - | #1 | 54.00 |
| Jul 13, 2018 | 2018 Strongest Man in Iceland | Strongest Man in Iceland | M | GrindavÃk, Iceland, Iceland | #1 | 0.00 |
| Jun 16, 2017 | 2017 Iceland's Strongest Man | Iceland's Strongest Man | M | Mosfellsbær, Iceland, Iceland | #2 | 56.00 |
| Jun 16, 2016 | 2016 Iceland's Strongest Man | Iceland's Strongest Man | M | Mosfellsbær, Iceland, Iceland | #3 | 72.50 |
| Jun 16, 2015 | 2015 Iceland's Strongest Man | Iceland's Strongest Man | M | Mosfellsbær, Iceland, Iceland | #2 | 0.00 |
| Jun 7, 2015 | 2015 Giants Live Viking Challenge | Giants Live | M | GrindavÃk, Iceland, Iceland | #9 | 41.00 |
| May 3, 2015 | 2015 WSF PROFORM Classic | World Strongman Federation | M | Tashkent, Uzbekistan, Uzbekistan | #7 | 47.50 |
| Jun 16, 2014 | 2014 Iceland's Strongest Man | Iceland's Strongest Man | M | Mosfellsbær, Iceland, Iceland | #3 | 0.00 |
| Jun 16, 2013 | 2013 Iceland's Strongest Man | Iceland's Strongest Man | M | Mosfellsbær, Iceland, Iceland | #3 | 22.00 |
| Nov 10, 2012 | 2012 Jón Páll Sigmarsson Classic | Jón Páll Sigmarsson Classic | M | - | #4 | 0.00 |
| Jun 16, 2012 | 2012 Iceland's Strongest Man | Iceland's Strongest Man | M | Mosfellsbær, Iceland, Iceland | #2 | 0.00 |
| Jun 16, 2011 | 2011 Iceland's Strongest Man | Iceland's Strongest Man | M | Mosfellsbær, Iceland, Iceland | #2 | 19.00 |
| - | 2021 East Coast Giant | East Coast Giant | M | - | #1 | 55.00 |
| - | 2013 Iceland's Strongest Viking | Iceland's Strongest Viking | M | - | #4 | 52.00 |
| - | 2010 Iceland's Strongest Viking | Iceland's Strongest Viking | M | - | #3 | 0.00 |
No individual event results available yet.
Event-by-event results are available for select competitions.
Showing - of event results
| Event | Result | Place | Contest | Date |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Event | Value | Contest | Date | Verified |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Max. Deadlift | 370.0 kg | 2020 Iceland's Strongest Viking | Jul 4, 2020 | - |
| Max. Log Lift | 160.0 kg | 2015 WSF PROFORM Classic | May 3, 2015 | - |
Personal Details
- Full Name
- Ari Gunnarsson
- Date of Birth
- November 15, 1983
- Country
- Iceland
Physical Stats
- Height
- 1.88m
- Weight
- 152kg
- Gender
- Male
Career
- Years Active
- 2010 - 2021
- Status
- Active
- Total Competitions
- 19
- Total Wins
- 5
Last updated: February 23, 2026