Active in strongman from 2012 to 2015, Mike Burke competed at the highest international level. He finished 6th at the 2013 World’s Strongest Man and 9th in 2014. Burke deadlifted 400 kg at the 2014 Arnold Strongman Classic and won the 2013 America’s Strongest Man title. He was particularly known for his strength in the log press, lifting 195 kg at the 2013 Giants Live event.