“Comeback of the Century”: 400Lbs ‘Mountain’ Hafthor Bjornsson Stuns Fitness Community With Mind-Numbing Lift Months After Undergoing Pec Surgery

Hafthor Bjornsson, famously known as The Mountain, has scripted a remarkable comeback story that has left the fitness community in awe. The 400-pound strongman recently stunned everyone with his incredible feat of lifting 330 pounds of weights, showcasing sheer dedication and commitment to his craft.

Bjornsson’s journey has not been without its challenges, both personally and professionally. Yet, what captivates his fans the most is his unwavering resolve to make a triumphant return. Amid preparations for the upcoming competitions, The Mountain faced a setback when he struggled with a clean press, a moment he candidly shared in a previous video.

Hafthor Bjornsson made an amazing comeback

However, what followed was nothing short of extraordinary. The strongman champion astounded fans by showcasing significant progress in a recent Instagram post, where he effortlessly lifted 330 pounds for four reps. He humbly attributed his success to the wonders of muscle memory, highlighting the sweet journey of improvement.

 

He expressed in his caption, “A few weeks ago I was struggling with 150kg (330 Lbs). Here I am pushing 150kg (330 Lbs) for an easy 4 reps. Muscle memory is a sweet thing.” As the father of one gears up for the 2024 Arnold Classic Strongman competition, he aims to surpass his records. Bjornsson recalled about his awe-inspiring achievement in 2019 when he set the record at 1044 pounds on the Arnold Strongman stage.

Additionally, his journey in the sport has been a rollercoaster, facing a pectoral injury while lifting an astounding 550lbs in 2023 and undergoing surgery. After making a comeback, he admitted that, for a while, he would not compete in powerlifting; instead, he would take part in the strongman competition at his own pace. Now, as The Mountain aims to conquer new heights, his fans flooded the Instagram post with astonishment.

Fans applaud Bjornsson for his accomplishments

Fans expressed astonishment and excitement at Bjornsson’s swift recovery and anticipated his dominance at the Arnold Strongman Classic. One such comment read, “This guy regained his strength in no time just imagine how he is gonna smoke almost all the competition at the Arnold’s Strongman Classic!”

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Others acknowledged his hard work and his efforts in making a comeback with comments like:

“This was a “comeback of the century”, “I thought this would never happen again lol” and “That’s a hell of a comeback damn.” Many people eagerly looked forward to his future endeavors and wrote, “The muscle memory will remember the victories too come March,” and “A decent result in this event and you the Arnold’s is looking real good for you,” also “Our (your) muscles and neurological system are truly amazing!”

The fitness community eagerly awaits the unfolding of this extraordinary chapter in his storied career. Let us know what you think of his amazing comeback at the gym.

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