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Robert Oberst "The American Monster"

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Years Active 2012 - 2021
Born December 20, 1984
Height 2.01m
Weight 186kg
Birthplace Santa Cruz
Country 🇺🇸 United States
Retired Wikipedia

Competition Statistics

16 Total Contests
1 Total Wins
2012 - 2021 Years Active

International

10 Contests
1 Wins

National

6 Contests
0 Wins

World's Strongest Man

3 Appearances
2 Finals
0 Wins
#8 Best Finish

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Career Trajectory

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Personal Details

Full Name
Robert Oberst
Nickname
"The American Monster"
Date of Birth
December 20, 1984
Birthplace
Santa Cruz
Country
United States

Physical Stats

Height
2.01m
Weight
186kg
Gender
Male

Career

Years Active
2012 - 2021
Status
Retired
Total Competitions
16
Total Wins
1

Last updated: February 23, 2026

See Also

United States Athletes Rankings World Records

About Robert Oberst

Robert Oberst, known as "The American Monster", is an American strongman athlete. Oberst stands 201 cm (6'7") and competes at 186 kg (410 lbs). Born in Santa Cruz, Oberst is currently 41 years old.

Oberst's competitive career spanned from 2012 to 2021. Across 16 competitions, Oberst has claimed 1 win. Oberst's international record includes 10 competitions with 1 win on the world stage.

Oberst reached the World's Strongest Man final 2 times across 3 appearances. Oberst's best WSM result is a 8th-place finish.

Read more about Robert Oberst on Wikipedia.

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