Ben Whelan
Professional Competitor Bio
| Location: | Golden Valley, Minnesota |
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| Height: | 5'11'' |
| Weight: | 185 lbs. |
| Job: | Certified Arborist/Tree Climber |
| Athlete since: | 2012 |
| Interests: | Hunting, Fishing, and Snowmobiling |
How did you get involved in lumberjack sports?
Through the University of Minnesota Forestry club and training with Warrick Hallett.
When did you begin participating/competing in STIHL TIMBERSPORTS®?
In 2014, I competed in the Midwest collegiate qualifier and collegiate finals.
How do you train for STIHL TIMBERSPORTS®?
I try to focus on strength training and cardio in the offseason and event training during the season. Climbing trees for work definitely helps keep me in shape.
What's your strongest/best STIHL TIMBERSPORTS® discipline?
Springboard Chop
Any advice for the collegiate competitors?
Try to get as much advice as you can from older/more experienced competitors.
What's your proudest moment in the sport?
Getting most improved axeman at Webster in 2017.
