Persian Hercules or Iranian Hulk? Meet the 25 stone powerlifter Sajad Gharibi who has caused a stir on social media
The 24-year-old weighs 25 stone, can lift 27 stone, and has nearly 60,000 followers on Instagram account alone
HE weighs 25 stone of almost all muscle, can lift 27 stone, and has nearly 60,000 followers on Instagram.
Meet ‘the Iranian Hulk’ or the ‘Persian Hercules’ – big man Sajad Gharibi.
Man mountain Gharibi, 24, is a weightlifter from Iran who has been created quite a stir on social media with his sheer physical size, likening him to a real life Incredible Hulk.
Huge Gharibi man can lift up to 386 pounds (27.5 stone), which is actually more than he weighs. He takes part in the powerlifting category of competitions. He has also participated in bodybuilding competitions, representing his country.
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Since getting gaining a following on his social media accounts, the ‘Persian Hercules’ has quickly become an internet sensation with the public expressing their sheer amazement at his physical size.
In his free time, he also likes to take pictures with objects that look smaller when held next to him, such as the fan of Fanta which looked absolutely minuscule.
However those who know him assure that despite his massive appearance, Gharibi has a big heart and is a gentle giant.