Bodybuilding and powerlifting enthusiast, Larry Wheels, recently set the lifting world abuzz with his astonishing display of strength. After wowing fans with a 675-pound deadlift, he decided to tackle the challenge of bench pressing 225 pounds for an incredible 100 repetitions.

But instead of earning praise for his Herculean effort, Wheels faced criticism from many. Most people argued that his technique during the bench press fell short of the mark, while many claimed he was not completing each repetition properly, accusing him of bouncing the weight off his chest rather than executing a full range of motion.

Undeterred by the backlash, the powerlifting sensation proudly shared his goals on Instagram, boldly declaring himself the “225×100 on bench WOW. First person in history!” to accomplish such a feat. He credited his success to the support of his team, including “@teampersonalrecord and @danielryjov.”

The controversy surrounding his 225-pound bench press challenge reignited the ongoing debate within the lifting community about proper form and technique. Some argue that any lift within the designated parameters should be celebrated, while others insist on strict adherence to form to maintain the sport’s integrity.

Fans express skepticism over Larry Wheels’ bench press attempt

Many don’t believe Larry Wheels completed any full repetitions of the bench press with 225 pounds. “Not a single rep,” “Half reps,” and “Full Range of Motion was no where to be found that day,”  some comments read below the lifter’s post. Another expressed skepticism and wrote, “As soon as I saw 225 on it, knew he was on some bulls***….” One humorously injected that Wheels was born with physical limitations and said, “Give this man a break. He was born without the ability to fully extend both arms.” 

However, others compare the difficulty of the bench press challenge to a superhuman feat, highlighting, “Also, Trying to restart your own heart after cardiac arrest is a Superhero power.” Fans expressed concern and mentioned that Wheels’ chest might be in danger of injury from the heavy bench press, “RIP to this dude’s sternum.”

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Regardless of where opinions fall on the matter, one thing is certain: Larry Wheels continues to mesmerize audiences worldwide with his unmatched strength and determination. Whether he’s hoisting mind-boggling weights or pushing the boundaries of possibility, his dedication to his craft is unwavering.

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