Phil Pfister
Compare to Another AthletePhil Pfister is a strongman from United States who stands 198 cm (6 ft 6 in) tall, born May 15, 1971 (age 55).
Last 5 Contests
- 4 2008 WSM Final Sep 6, 2008
- 5 2009 Arnold Strongman Classic Mar 6, 2009
- 6 2009 Fortissimus Jun 27, 2009
- 7 2009 WSM Final Sep 26, 2009
- 7 2010 Arnold Strongman Classic Mar 5, 2010
0 podiums in the last 5. Most recent: 7th at 2010 Arnold Strongman Classic, Mar 5, 2010.
Competition Statistics
International
National
World's Strongest Man
Strengths & Weaknesses
Phil Pfister is strongest at Overhead Press: an average placing of 3.7 across 22 outings, with 6 wins. Weakest at Deadlift (7.5 across 19).
- Overhead Press 3.7
- Grip 2.7
- Vehicle Pull 4.2
- Carry 4.9
- Atlas Stones 4.8
- Medley 4.6
- Farmer's Walk 5.0
- Loading Race 5.0
- Tire Flip 5.2
- Squat 5.0
- Throwing 6.0
- Yoke 7.3
- Deadlift 7.5
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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Mar 5, 2010 | 2010 Arnold Strongman Classic | Arnold Strongman Classic | M | Columbus, Ohio, United States | #7 | 19.50 |
| Sep 26, 2009 | 2009 WSM Final | World's Strongest Man | M | Valletta, Malta, Malta | #7 | 28.50 |
| Jun 27, 2009 | 2009 Fortissimus | Fortissimus | M | Montmagny, Canada, Canada | #6 | 82.00 |
| Mar 6, 2009 | 2009 Arnold Strongman Classic | Arnold Strongman Classic | M | Columbus, Ohio, United States | #5 | 36.50 |
| Sep 6, 2008 | 2008 WSM Final | World's Strongest Man | M | Charleston, West Virginia, United States | #4 | 44.50 |
| May 3, 2008 | 2008 Jesse Marunde Memorial Invitational | Jesse Marunde Memorial Invitational | M | Sequim, Washington, United States | #2 | 0.00 |
| Feb 29, 2008 | 2008 Arnold Strongman Classic | Arnold Strongman Classic | M | Columbus, Ohio, United States | #7 | 32.00 |
| Sep 15, 2007 | 2007 WSM Final | World's Strongest Man | M | Anaheim, California, United States | #4 | 46.00 |
| Mar 2, 2007 | 2007 Arnold Strongman Classic | Arnold Strongman Classic | M | Columbus, Ohio, United States | #4 | 36.00 |
| Sep 14, 2006 | 2006 WSM Final | World's Strongest Man | M | Sanya, China, China | #1 | 61.00 |
| Mar 3, 2006 | 2006 Arnold Strongman Classic | Arnold Strongman Classic | M | Columbus, Ohio, United States | #4 | 37.50 |
| Sep 24, 2005 | 2005 IFSA Strongman World Championships | IFSA Strongman World Championships | M | Quebec City, Canada, Canada | #6 | 82.50 |
| Aug 21, 2005 | 2005 IFSA Pan-American Championships | IFSA Grand Prix | M | São Paulo, Brazil, Brazil | #1 | 87.00 |
| Oct 8, 2004 | 2004 America's Strongest Man | America's Strongest Man | M | Atlanta, Georgia, Georgia | #2 | 55.00 |
| Nov 7, 2003 | 2003 X-Treme Strongman Championships | X-Treme Strongman Championships | M | Atlanta, Georgia, Georgia | #3 | 72.00 |
| Aug 8, 2003 | 2003 America's Strongest Man | America's Strongest Man | M | St. Louis, Missouri, United States | #2 | 128.50 |
| Mar 29, 2003 | 2003 Viking Challenge | Viking Challenge | M | Miami, Florida, United States | #2 | 33.50 |
| Feb 28, 2003 | 2003 Arnold's Strength Summit | Arnold Strongman Classic | M | Columbus, Ohio, United States | #6 | 14.00 |
| Jul 20, 2002 | 2002 America's Strongest Man | America's Strongest Man | M | St. Louis, Missouri, United States | #9 | 0.00 |
| Apr 26, 2002 | 2002 Azalea Strongman Challenge | National Strength Athletics Association | M | Norfolk, Virginia, United States | #1 | 52.00 |
| Feb 22, 2002 | 2002 Arnold Strongman Challenge | Arnold Strongman Classic | M | Columbus, Ohio, United States | #3 | 21.00 |
| Feb 16, 2002 | 2002 Northeast Strongman Showdown | Northeast Strongman Showdown | M | Wilmington, Massachusetts, United States | #3 | 60.50 |
| Oct 5, 2001 | 2001 WSM Final | World's Strongest Man | M | Victoria Falls, Zambia, Zambia | #4 | 46.00 |
| Sep 21, 2001 | 2001 USA vs.The World | National Strength Athletics Association | M | St. Louis, Missouri, United States | #2 | 65.50 |
| Jul 28, 2001 | 2001 Carribean World Strongman Challenge | National Strength Athletics Association | M | Santo Domingo, Dominican Republic, Dominican Republic | #7 | 85.00 |
| Jul 7, 2001 | 2001 American Hercules | American Hercules | M | Kokomo, Indiana, United States | #2 | 30.50 |
| Jul 7, 2001 | 2001 America's Strongest Man | America's Strongest Man | M | Kokomo, Indiana, United States | #2 | 30.50 |
| Jun 2, 2001 | 2001 Beauty and the Beast | Beauty and the Beast | M | Honolulu, Hawaii, United States | #2 | 24.50 |
| May 6, 2001 | 2001 North America's Strongest Man | North America's Strongest Man | M | Hull, Canada, Canada | #3 | 52.00 |
| Feb 17, 2001 | 2001 Northeast Strongman Showdown | Northeast Strongman Showdown | M | Wilmington, Massachusetts, United States | #5 | 38.00 |
| Aug 11, 2000 | 2000 WSM Group 5 | Open | M | - | #2 | 27.00 |
| Aug 1, 2000 | 2000 WSM Final | World's Strongest Man | M | Sun City, South Africa, South Africa | #5 | 42.00 |
| Jul 22, 2000 | 2000 American Showdown | National Strength Athletics Association | M | St. Louis, Missouri, United States | #2 | 67.50 |
| Jul 22, 2000 | 2000 America's Strongest Man | America's Strongest Man | M | Maryland Heights, Missouri, United States | #2 | 67.50 |
| Jul 2, 2000 | 2000 American Hercules | American Hercules | M | Kokomo, Indiana, United States | #2 | 0.00 |
| Jun 24, 2000 | 2000 Great Lakes Strongman Challenge | National Strength Athletics Association | M | Tawas City, Michigan, United States | #1 | 0.00 |
| May 28, 2000 | 2000 Beauty and the Beast | Beauty and the Beast | M | Honolulu, Hawaii, United States | #4 | 86.00 |
| Apr 29, 2000 | 2000 Azalea Strongman Challenge | National Strength Athletics Association | M | Norfolk, Virginia, United States | #1 | 32.50 |
| Mar 18, 2000 | 2000 IFSA Finland Grand Prix | IFSA Grand Prix | M | Helsinki, Finland, Finland | #5 | 42.50 |
| Mar 6, 1999 | 1999 IFSA Finland Grand Prix | IFSA Grand Prix | M | Helsinki, Finland, Finland | #6 | 52.00 |
| Nov 8, 1998 | 1998 Strongest Man Alive | Strongest Man Alive | M | St. Louis, Missouri, United States | #2 | 59.00 |
| Oct 8, 1998 | 1998 WSM Final | World's Strongest Man | M | Tangier, Morocco, Morocco | #4 | 51.00 |
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. Axle Press | 150.0 kg | 2001 Beauty and the Beast | Jun 2, 2001 | - |
| Max. Deadlift | 324.0 kg | 2002 Arnold Strongman Challenge | Feb 22, 2002 | - |
| Max. Hummer Tire Deadlift | 398.0 kg | 2008 Arnold Strongman Classic | Feb 29, 2008 | - |
| Max. Log Lift | 160.0 kg | 2005 IFSA Strongman World Championships | Sep 24, 2005 | - |
Personal Details
- Full Name
- Phil Pfister
- Date of Birth
- May 15, 1971
- Birthplace
- Charleston, West Virginia, United States
- Country
- United States
Physical Stats
- Height
- 1.98m
- Gender
- Male
Career
- Years Active
- 1998 - 2010
- Status
- Retired
- Total Competitions
- 41
- Total Wins
- 5
Last updated: February 23, 2026
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About Phil Pfister
Phil Pfister is an American strongman athlete. At 198 cm (6'6"), Pfister has the stature of a competitive strongman. Born in Charleston, West Virginia, United States, Pfister is currently 55 years old.
Pfister's competitive career spanned from 1998 to 2010. Across 41 competitions, Pfister has claimed 5 wins. Pfister's international record includes 36 competitions with 5 wins on the world stage.
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