Edmonton police officer Tristian Hoath is setting his sights on becoming the World’s Strongest Man. Competing in events in Myrtle Beach, South Carolina, he is only the fourth person from western Canada to attend this prestigious competition. Standing at 6 feet 3 inches tall and weighing over 300 pounds, Hoath is described by the Edmonton Police Services as the ‘strongest cop in Canada.’ With a bench press of over 500 pounds and a deadlift of 815 pounds, he joined the EPS in 2018 and has since dedicated himself to the sport of strongman.
Despite his impressive physical abilities, Hoath remains grounded, expressing his love for his job as a police officer and his enjoyment in helping out and making a difference in the community. His dedication to his work and his strength training has paid off, with Hoath placing 5th in Canada’s Strongest Man competition in 2021 and taking the top spot in the Magnus Ver Magnusson Strongman Classic in Iceland last year. He also volunteers his time with kids’ sports and youth strength training activities, displaying his commitment to both his career and his passion for strongman competitions.
Hoath’s recent victory in the Strongman’s Champion League in Martinique has earned him a spot in the World’s Strongest Man competition. Despite having less than two weeks to prepare, Hoath has embraced the challenge and is grateful for the opportunity to compete on a global stage. He attributes his ability to train hard and compete to the support of his police family, who have been instrumental in helping him balance his duties as an officer with his rigorous training regime. Hoath is proud to have made it to the final in his rookie year at the World’s Strongest Man competition, calling it an overwhelming and unbelievable experience.
With a rigorous training schedule that sees him in the gym five to six days a week, Hoath is dedicated to improving his strength and performance in strongman competitions. He acknowledges the support of his police family and his own determination as key factors in his success. Competing at the World’s Strongest Man competition, he is thrilled to be able to call himself one of the top 10 strongest men in the world. Hoath’s journey from a police officer to a world-class strongman competitor is a testament to his hard work, dedication, and passion for both his job and his sport.
In his quest to become the World’s Strongest Man, Hoath continues to push himself to new heights, both in his career as a police officer and in his endeavors as a competitive strongman. His positive attitude, work ethic, and commitment to his training have brought him success in the world of strongman competitions. Hoath’s journey from a rookie competitor to one of the top strongmen in the world is a testament to his perseverance and determination. As he competes on the world stage, Hoath remains focused on achieving his goal of becoming the World’s Strongest Man, representing both his police family and his country with pride and dedication.
