The Chronicle Begins

Look, I'm not gonna feed you some corporate BS about "transforming lives" or whatever. Here's the real deal...

Back in 2019, I was tired of seeing people stuck on machines that felt more like office chairs than training equipment. I'd spent years studying old Norse training methods - not the Hollywood stuff, but actual historical combat conditioning - and kept thinking, "Why aren't we doing THIS anymore?"

So I said screw it and opened Mythrune Chronicle in this warehouse space off Runic Way. Named it after the old runes 'cause honestly, those ancient warriors knew what functional strength actually meant. They didn't have fancy equipment, just their bodies, heavy stuff to lift, and the grit to push through.

We're not your typical gym. You won't find rows of treadmills or that weird purple light some places use. What you'll find here is a crew of people who genuinely wanna get stronger - not just look good in photos, but actually BE strong. The kind of strength that helps you move furniture, play with your kids without throwing out your back, or just feel capable in your own skin.

What We're Actually About

The Viking thing isn't just aesthetic - though yeah, it looks pretty badass. It's about their mindset. They trained with purpose. Every movement had meaning. They didn't waste time on isolation curls when they needed to be able to swing an axe for hours or row a longship.

We've taken that philosophy and mixed it with modern sports science. So you're getting proven functional training methods wrapped in a theme that actually makes showing up feel like an adventure instead of a chore.

Everyone here - from our coaches to the regulars who've been with us since day one - we're all just trying to forge something better. Not perfect, just... stronger than yesterday.

The Warrior's Code

  • Train with purpose, not ego
  • Support your battle brothers and sisters
  • Progress over perfection, always
  • Respect the process and the grind
  • Leave your excuses at the door

"We don't chase aesthetics. We build warriors who happen to look the part because they've earned it through sweat and consistency."

- Erik Thorvaldson, Founder

Meet The Shield Wall

Our crew of battle-tested coaches who'll push you past what you thought possible

Erik Thorvaldson
FOUNDER

Erik Thorvaldson

Head Coach & Founder

Former competitive strongman who got tired of the whole "lift heavy, look pretty" scene. Spent 3 years in Iceland studying traditional strength methods and came back with a mission. Been coaching for 12 years, and honestly still learning something new every week.

Strongman Certified CSCS Nutrition Coach
Astrid Bjornsdottir
LEAD COACH

Astrid Bjornsdottir

Combat Conditioning Specialist

Ex-MMA fighter who traded the cage for coaching. Don't let the smile fool you - she'll make you work harder than you thought you could. Specializes in getting folks who think they "can't" to realize they absolutely can. Just gotta trust the process.

MMA Coach NASM-CPT Mobility Specialist
Magnus Olafsson

Magnus Olafsson

Strength & Conditioning Coach

This guy's a powerlifter who actually understands that not everyone wants to compete. Great at scaling workouts so you're challenged but not destroyed. Also makes terrible Viking puns - you've been warned.

USA Powerlifting CSCS
Freya Hansen

Freya Hansen

Mobility & Recovery Coach

Keeps all our warriors moving properly and recovering right. Used to be a dancer, so she knows bodies inside and out. If something hurts in a bad way, she's who you wanna talk to. Super chill but won't let you skip your warm-ups.

RYT-500 Physical Therapy Aide FMS Certified

Battle Stats

6

Years Forging Warriors

450+

Active Members

2000+

Personal Records Crushed

Bad Excuses Left at Door

No Judgment Zone

Everyone started somewhere. We've got folks who couldn't do a single push-up when they walked in. Now they're crushing workouts. You'll fit right in, trust me.

Community First

Yeah, we train hard. But the friendships you'll build here? That's the real gold. We've got regular post-workout hangouts and nobody trains alone unless they want to.

Real Progress

We track everything that matters - strength gains, movement quality, how you feel. Not just scale weight. Results come from consistency, and we'll help you stay consistent.

Ready to Write Your Chapter?

Come check us out. First session's on the house - no strings attached. See if our vibe matches what you're looking for.

Start Your Journey