You can see my strongman efforts here Jerry: http://www.facebook.com/jaysalvati?ref=profile#/jaysalvati?v=photos&ref=profile

Strongman can be very enjoyable once you get the technical aspects of lifting the implements.

Essentially, a strong deadlift and jerk are assets in strongman if you are just starting out. The best thing is to find a group of guys to train with that have some implements like tires, logs and stones.