The Mountain Rises Again
In a jaw-dropping display of brute strength and iron will, Hafthor Björnsson — famously known as “The Mountain” from Game of Thrones — has once again cemented his name in the history books by breaking the world deadlift record with a staggering lift of 505 kilograms (1,113 lbs).
This monumental feat took place at Thor’s Power Gym in Iceland under strict judging and calibrated equipment, continuing his legacy as one of the strongest men to ever walk the Earth. With his latest performance, Hafthor surpasses the previous world record deadlift of 501kg — a record he himself set in 2020.
“This lift wasn’t just about numbers. It’s about proving to myself and the world that I’m still evolving. Strength has no limits,” said Hafthor after completing the lift.
The Journey to 505kg
Björnsson’s path to this new record was anything but ordinary. After stepping away from professional strongman competition to focus on boxing, many questioned whether the Icelandic giant would ever return to world-record form. But months of quiet, dedicated training behind the scenes silenced the doubters.
Thor’s comeback was methodical, smart, and disciplined — blending modern strength science with old-school grit. His programming emphasized not just maximal strength but mobility, recovery, and technical precision.
Breaking the Barrier
The 505kg lift was executed with calibrated plates, a power bar, and under competition-standard conditions. Referees from international strength federations were present to validate the lift.
Björnsson approached the bar with trademark composure. The crowd held its breath as he gripped the bar, lifted it cleanly off the ground, locked out with full control, and held it momentarily before receiving the down command — a flawless lift by any standard.
What This Means for the Sport
Hafthor’s 505kg deadlift reignites the conversation about the limits of human strength. It places him once again at the forefront of the sport and sends a message to every elite strongman: records are made to be broken — even your own.
The strength world now awaits the response from other top lifters like Ivan Makarov and Jamal Browner, who have publicly expressed interest in chasing the 500kg+ deadlift mark.
Thor’s Legacy
With titles like World’s Strongest Man (2018), multiple Europe’s Strongest Man wins, and now the heaviest deadlift ever recorded, Hafthor Björnsson’s legacy in strength sports is unparalleled. He remains a symbol of dominance, consistency, and the unrelenting pursuit of greatness.
And if 505kg is any indication, “The Mountain” still has more to climb.
