About Kiwi Strength
Kiwi Strength was founded in 2010 by Daniel Rudolph, a competitive powerlifter and coach with over a decade of experience in the strength game. Daniel's all about strength training, and his passion led to the creation of the Devil's Breath Gear Brand and New Zealand-Made Smelling Salts. These have become must-haves in the strength training community.
At Kiwi Strength, we take pride in using the finest ingredients we partner with local suppliers to ensure every product is made with high-quality materials. This not only supports our local economy but also guarantees the freshness and purity of our products. Devil’s Breath Smelling Salts are made to order, so you get the freshest product possible. By making our smelling salts only when you place an order, we keep the standards high.
These days, Kiwi Strength is all about the online hustle, providing high-quality custom equipment and gear for strength enthusiasts. Our mission is to equip athletes at all levels with the tools to break their records and achieve their goals. Whether you're after custom orders or our legendary Devil's Breath Gear, Kiwi Strength has got your back.
Since 2010, we've been proudly New Zealand-owned and operated. Our dedication lies in strength training and the innovation of strength training products. We are committed to delivering high-quality equipment that caters to the requirements of athletes, both in our local community and around the world.
Daniel's profound knowledge and expertise serve as the cornerstone of Kiwi Strength, guaranteeing that each product we provide adheres to the utmost standards of quality and functionality.
Daniel's Accomplishments
Daniel himself has broken numerous New Zealand records and achieved several firsts, including:
The first person in the 125kg weight class to bench 500lbs.
The first person in New Zealand to bench 700lbs and 330kgs equipped.
Holding the biggest deadlift record in New Zealand Strongman with axle wheels on the bar.
Pulling trains as part of his strongman feats.
Coaching Achievements
Daniel has coached and created world champions, and countless New Zealand record holders including:
- Ash Hoeta: The first woman to ever bench 300kgs and then 700lbs equipped.
- Maateiwarangi "THE BEAST" Heta-Morris: Holder of the biggest raw bench press in New Zealand at 262.5kgs.
- Darren Farrow: NZ record holder 310kg Squat, Bench 210kg, and deadlift 350kg
Here is a selection of athletic achievements assisted by Daniel Rudolph.