Ahead of 1104 Lbs Deadlift Challenge, Hafthor Bjornsson Smashes Through 970 Lbs For Reps

Hafthor Bjornsson isn’t showing any signs of slowing down.

While the quarantine is keeping some away from the gym, 2018 World’s Strongest Man Hafthor Bjornsson is still hard at work. The strongman champion has taken up a 501 kg (1104.5 lbs) deadlift challenge. From the looks of things he is looking to see things through.

Hafthor Bjornsson is a man used to pushing his limits. Being a strongman champion means defying what is humanly possible. It means breaking yourself over and over until you achieve that desired goal. With his deadlift challenge looming, Hafthor Bjornsson is taking his training to new heights to ensure success.

Ahead of his deadlift challenge, Hafthor Bjornsson is back in the gym and he’s pulling some serious weight. Hafthor Bjornsson deadlifts 440 kg (970 lbs) for 3 reps.

 

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Easy 440kg x 3 reps! 501 I’m coming for you!! ?? thank you @roguefitness @reignbodyfuel @revive_md for sponsoring the 501 deadlift on May 2nd ! @worldsultimatestrongman Also big thanks to my other sponsors! @transparentlabs @sbdapparel @theverticaldiet @kingkongapparel @reignbodyfuel @revive_md @roguefitness @australianstrengthcoach

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While it may not be his goal, 440 kg is a massive accomplishment. Hafthor Bjornsson has the kind of strength that makes you scratch you head and wonder how a human could be that strong. The answer is simple: hard work and dedication.

Are you impressed by the strength of Hafthor Bjornsson?

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