Josh Thigpen
Compare to Another AthleteJosh Thigpen is a strongman from United States who stands 198 cm (6 ft 6 in) tall and competes at 145 kg (320 lb), born February 16, 1982 (age 44).
Last 5 Contests
- 7 2014 All-American Strongman Challenge Jan 25, 2014
- 5 2014 SCL North American Championships Jul 5, 2014
- 4 2015 WSM Group 2 Apr 26, 2015
- 3 2017 All-American Strongman Challenge Jan 7, 2017
- 7 2017 Arnold Series Qualifier Sep 16, 2017
1 podium in the last 5. Most recent: 7th at 2017 Arnold Series Qualifier, Sep 16, 2017.
Competition Statistics
International
National
World's Strongest Man
Strengths & Weaknesses
Josh Thigpen is strongest at Atlas Stones: an average placing of 3.3 across 7 outings, with 1 win. Weakest at Yoke (9.3 across 4).
- Atlas Stones 3.3
- Squat 2.8
- Overhead Press 4.8
- Vehicle Pull 4.8
- Carry 5.4
- Farmer's Walk 6.0
- Medley 6.5
- Deadlift 7.7
- Yoke 9.3
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.
Career Bests
Career Trajectory
Contest placements by year - lower is better
| Date | Contest Name | Type | Division | Location | Placing | Points |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Sep 16, 2017 | 2017 Arnold Series Qualifier | Arnold Series Qualifier | M | Katowice, Poland, Poland | #7 | 38.50 |
| Jan 7, 2017 | 2017 All-American Strongman Challenge | All-American Strongman Challenge | M | Los Angeles, California, United States | #3 | 0.00 |
| Apr 26, 2015 | 2015 WSM Group 2 | Open | M | - | #4 | 19.00 |
| Jul 5, 2014 | 2014 SCL North American Championships | SCL North American Championships | M | Warwick, Canada, Canada | #5 | 54.00 |
| Jan 25, 2014 | 2014 All-American Strongman Challenge | All-American Strongman Challenge | M | Los Angeles, California, United States | #7 | 21.50 |
| Jun 17, 2012 | 2012 Giants Live Hungary | Giants Live | M | Budapest, Hungary, Hungary | #3 | 46.50 |
| Feb 11, 2012 | 2012 WSF World Championship | World Strongman Federation | M | Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates, United Arab Emirates | #3 | 27.00 |
| Jan 29, 2012 | 2012 All-American Strongman Challenge | All-American Strongman Challenge | M | Los Angeles, California, United States | #4 | 34.50 |
| Sep 22, 2011 | 2011 WSM Group 4 | Open | M | - | #4 | 20.00 |
| Aug 23, 2011 | 2011 Giants Live Ukraine | Giants Live | M | Poltava, Ukraine, Ukraine | #3 | 34.50 |
| Aug 5, 2011 | 2011 America's Strongest Man | America's Strongest Man | M | Hot Springs, Arkansas, United States | #5 | 67.50 |
| Jan 30, 2011 | 2011 All-American Strongman Challenge | All-American Strongman Challenge | M | Los Angeles, California, United States | #9 | 75.50 |
| Sep 5, 2010 | 2010 North America's Strongest Man | North America's Strongest Man | M | Gatineau, Canada, Canada | #12 | 0.00 |
| Jan 24, 2010 | 2010 All-American Strongman Challenge | All-American Strongman Challenge | M | Los Angeles, California, United States | #4 | 56.00 |
| Sep 6, 2009 | 2009 North America's Strongest Man | North America's Strongest Man | M | Gatineau, Canada, Canada | #3 | 74.50 |
| Aug 31, 2008 | 2008 North America's Strongest Man | North America's Strongest Man | M | Gatineau, Canada, Canada | #7 | 53.50 |
| Feb 15, 2008 | 2008 All-American Strongman Challenge | All-American Strongman Challenge | M | Pasadena, California, United States | #8 | 56.00 |
| Jan 19, 2008 | 2008 Mohegan Sun Grand Prix | Strongman Super Series | M | Uncasville, Connecticut, United States | #12 | 9.00 |
| Feb 20, 2007 | 2007 All-American Strongman Challenge | All-American Strongman Challenge | M | Pasadena, California, United States | #7 | 83.00 |
| Jun 1, 2006 | 2006 Mohegan Sun Grand Prix | Strongman Super Series | M | Uncasville, Connecticut, United States | #3 | 59.00 |
| Feb 18, 2006 | 2006 All-American Strongman Challenge | All-American Strongman Challenge | M | Pasadena, California, United States | #6 | 65.50 |
| Aug 10, 2005 | 2005 Mohegan Sun Grand Prix | Strongman Super Series | M | Uncasville, Connecticut, United States | #4 | 39.00 |
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 | 320.0 kg | 2017 Arnold Series Qualifier | Sep 16, 2017 | - |
Personal Details
- Full Name
- Josh Thigpen
- Date of Birth
- February 16, 1982
- Country
- United States
Physical Stats
- Height
- 1.98m
- Weight
- 145kg
- Gender
- Male
Career
- Years Active
- 2005 - 2017
- Status
- Retired
- Total Competitions
- 22
- Total Wins
- 0
Last updated: February 23, 2026