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
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About Josh Thigpen
Josh Thigpen is an American strongman athlete. Thigpen stands 198 cm (6'6") and competes at 145 kg (320 lbs). Currently 44 years old, Thigpen has left a mark in professional strongman.
Thigpen's competitive career spanned from 2005 to 2017. With 22 contests on record, Thigpen has built considerable competitive experience. Thigpen has represented United States at 21 international events.
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