Iranian strongman Peiman Maheripourehir is a deadlifting beast.
Records are made to be broken. As far as the deadlift goes strongman and former World’s Strongest Man champion Eddie Hall proved just that when he pulled 500 kg (1102.3 lbs). The feat of strength truly set Hall apart. It was a show of strength that the world had never seen before.
Then Hafthor Bjornsson wanted in on the action.
The 2018 World’s Strongest Man, Hafthor Bjornsson has proven himself to be a real powerhouse. While the title of the world’s strongest had it’s appeal, Hafthor strove for more. With his rival Eddie Hall pulling a 500 kg deadlift, Hafthor Bjornsson decided to attempt a 501 kg (1104.5 lbs) deadlift.
In a show of super human strength, Hafthor Bjornsson pulled off the impressive deadlift. But it wasn’t without controversy. Many believed the feat shouldn’t have counted. But nevertheless, Hafthor Bjornsson was able to pull it off and showed his class.
But while he may have broke and set a new world record there is already a challenger to the title.
Iranian strongman Peiman Maheripourehir is looking to set an even more impressive record. After performing a 1050 lbs deadlift, Maheripourehir is looking to break the world record with a 505 kg deadlift in the next five to six months.
“Here you are. The Mission Accomplished with the poor infrastructure in Iran. 476kg at 160kg BW, the third heaviest deadlift in the history.
What’s next? Be Alarmed @thorbjornsson the 505kg is coming in 5-6 months. I believe we had an early retirement. Am I right the Legend @eddiehallwsm ???
Definitely the magic weights are coming so watch this space if you don’t wanna miss any thing.”
Do you think this strongman has what it takes to pull 505 kg?
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