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Jorma Paananen

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Years Active 1996 - 2002
Born June 4, 1964
Height 1.87m
Weight 150kg
Country 🇸🇪 Sweden
Retired

Competition Statistics

8 Total Contests
1 Total Wins
1996 - 2002 Years Active

International

3 Contests
1 Wins

National

5 Contests
0 Wins

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Career Trajectory

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Personal Details

Full Name
Jorma Paananen
Date of Birth
June 4, 1964
Country
Sweden

Physical Stats

Height
1.87m
Weight
150kg
Gender
Male

Career

Years Active
1996 - 2002
Status
Retired
Total Competitions
8
Total Wins
1

Last updated: February 23, 2026

See Also

Sweden Athletes Rankings World Records

About Jorma Paananen

Jorma Paananen is a Swedish strongman athlete. Paananen stands 187 cm (6'2") and competes at 150 kg (331 lbs). Currently 61 years old, Paananen has left a mark in professional strongman.

Paananen's competitive career spanned from 1996 to 2002. Across 8 competitions, Paananen has claimed 1 win. Paananen's international record includes 3 competitions with 1 win on the world stage.

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