A Few Of Hermann Goerner's Incredible Strength Feats:
Goerner Supporting a half a ton on his back -- and making it look easy -- with this specially designed "barrel" barbell and some human weights.
Goerner as the "Human Bridge" supporting well over 4000 pounds as an automobile with 6 passengers drives over him.
Goerner's Grip Strength:
- One Handed Deadlift of 734.5 lbs. (333 kgs.) on July 20th, 1920 in Dresden
- Pinch lifted 111 lbs. (50. 3 kgs) on July, 10th ,1934
- Could write his name on a blackboard in chalk with a 110 lbs./50 kg. weight hanging from his thumb.
- With just two fingers of both hands, deadlifted a barbell weighing 595.75 lbs. (270 kgs)
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