Active in strongman from 2006 to 2014, Alexander Klyushev competed in multiple international events. He finished 10th at the 2010 World’s Strongest Man and 12th at WSM 2011. Klyushev deadlifted 410 kg at the 2012 Arnold Europe and won Russia’s Strongest Man in 2011 and 2012. He was particularly known for his strong performances in the log lift, pressing 202.5 kg at the 2013 World Log Lift Championships.