Hugh Jackman Deadlifts 400 pounds
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I saw this story on Yahoo and it seems to be making the rounds on other news and entertainment sites. It started when Hugh posted an Instagram video deadlifting 400 pounds. I'm not sure if he did it more than once because I can't get the video to load on my phone.
At first I didn't think that was a big deal. My personal best for deadlifts is 450 and I've known plenty of people that can do 500 or better. However, I do give him some extra credit for doing that at his height. He's 6'2" and deadlifting can be tricky for taller people. I'm 5'8", so I'm at a better height for deadlifts. Some articles also pointed out that he's 46. My personal best was in my 30's and I haven't deadlifted in a while.
Although Jackman has disadvantages because of age and height, he does have a great coach and access to great nutrition.
I'm wondering if anyone on MFP has an opinion on this. I've seen a lot of dedicated and well educated lifters on this site.
If you don't hear from me, I'll be at the gym working on my deadlifts.
At first I didn't think that was a big deal. My personal best for deadlifts is 450 and I've known plenty of people that can do 500 or better. However, I do give him some extra credit for doing that at his height. He's 6'2" and deadlifting can be tricky for taller people. I'm 5'8", so I'm at a better height for deadlifts. Some articles also pointed out that he's 46. My personal best was in my 30's and I haven't deadlifted in a while.
Although Jackman has disadvantages because of age and height, he does have a great coach and access to great nutrition.
I'm wondering if anyone on MFP has an opinion on this. I've seen a lot of dedicated and well educated lifters on this site.
If you don't hear from me, I'll be at the gym working on my deadlifts.
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He's actually done 460lbs for a rep. The 400lbs deadlift video he did 5 times I believe. Dude's legit. Raw and no straps. I'm betting he's not a natty though based on his age and his look since he's gotten much more muscular back in 2006.
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I was also struck by one of the comments on the Yahoo article. The comment was that only 1% of the people in the world can deadlift 400 pounds. I would think the number is higher than 1% but maybe I'm wrong.
BTW, I use straps. Deadlifts rip the heck out of my hands.0 -
I'm betting he's not a natty .
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Yeah probably would. IMO, I don't think it matters what approach one takes to improve themselves as long as they don't become elitist about it.I'm betting he's not a natty .
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I think you'd win that bet.....
Personally, I think he looks great.
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He's absolutely natty. The guy doesn't have a six pack. You know a guy is using roids when he is massive AND he is shredded (i.e. body builders). That's a great accomplishment for any age and it is very attainable for people who don't use steroids.0
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He's absolutely natty. The guy doesn't have a six pack. You know a guy is using roids when he is massive AND he is shredded (i.e. body builders). That's a great accomplishment for any age and it is very attainable for people who don't use steroids.
I will defer to the experts on this, but I agree that the guy looks fantastic (didn't know you needed steroids to have a six-pack though) at any age.
I certainly wouldn't knock the guy for not being natural, however, considering his primary appeal is usually based on looking like a comic book character.0 -
I didn't realize he was 6'2. I wouldn't say he was massive...the Rock is massive. Jack is shredded but not over the top.
I'd say he is right about at the edge of what someone might be able to get natty. I don't know if he is or isn't but he looks great at any age. Hats off to him.0 -
He's absolutely natty. The guy doesn't have a six pack. You know a guy is using roids when he is massive AND he is shredded (i.e. body builders). That's a great accomplishment for any age and it is very attainable for people who don't use steroids.
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I was also struck by one of the comments on the Yahoo article. The comment was that only 1% of the people in the world can deadlift 400 pounds. I would think the number is higher than 1% but maybe I'm wrong.
BTW, I use straps. Deadlifts rip the heck out of my hands.
I quite believe that only 1% of the population can deadlift 400lbs, however, a lot of people don't lift. I don't believe that only that small amount of (male) lifters who put a significant amount of effort into their deadlift will achieve that weight. I don't know what the % is but I'd bet money it's way more than 1%.
I saw the video earlier this morning, he did it for 4 reps. Sure it may not be the most weight anyone's pulled before but he's still a strong guy. He has disadvantages in terms of height and age, but he's worked up to a damn good weight, he had good form, no straps that I saw. Props to him.0 -
just watched the video - really impressive! and, Pan sounds like it's going to be pretty neat.0
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Questions please....
What the hell is "natty" and why would lifting straps (I assume for your hands) be a bad thing?
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i'm not very knowledgeable about lifting at all, but i would presume "natty" refers to natural lifting vs. using enhancers.Questions please....
What the hell is "natty" and why would lifting straps (I assume for your hands) be a bad thing?
Help a fella out!
as far as lifting straps, no idea.0 -
As an actor, part of his job is to fit into the size/shape they want. As much as I'm not a fan of steroids, I think if it was acceptable (IMO) for anyone to use them, it would be actors like him.
to answer your question JG762, natty is short for "natural"... depending on organization, it could be as simple as no illegal steroids, or as strict as no creatine.
Straps assist in deadlifts, some consider it cheating, but then again some consider bench shirts as being perfectly acceptable.0 -
Thanks for the info, "Natty" now makes sense.
I don't understand why straps would be an issue but I'm sure I'll learn more as I progress, like what "bench shirts" are. LoL0 -
Who is this Hugh Jackman? I need photographic evidence of his existence, please.0
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I thought that story was funny. If you go to watch a high school football team train you'll see more impressive lifts than that. My stepson is closing in on a 400lb deadlift at 13 years old and 140lbs.0
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Not sure if srsHe's absolutely natty. The guy doesn't have a six pack. You know a guy is using roids when he is massive AND he is shredded (i.e. body builders). That's a great accomplishment for any age and it is very attainable for people who don't use steroids.0 -
Thanks for the info, "Natty" now makes sense.
I don't understand why straps would be an issue but I'm sure I'll learn more as I progress, like what "bench shirts" are. LoL
Some people think that you shouldn't use straps because you should have a strong enough grip instead. I don't know about anyone else but I don't use the deadlift to train my grip, and why should I let my grip strength dictate how much I can deadlift?0 -
Not sure if srsHe's absolutely natty. The guy doesn't have a six pack. You know a guy is using roids when he is massive AND he is shredded (i.e. body builders). That's a great accomplishment for any age and it is very attainable for people who don't use steroids.
Lol I know. This thread is funny. I love hearing people talk about things that they obviously don't understand.0 -
Thanks for the info, "Natty" now makes sense.
I don't understand why straps would be an issue but I'm sure I'll learn more as I progress, like what "bench shirts" are. LoL
Some people think that you shouldn't use straps because you should have a strong enough grip instead. I don't know about anyone else but I don't use the deadlift to train my grip, and why should I let my grip strength dictate how much I can deadlift?
That's fine as long as you don't claim that you can lift x amount based on your strapped pull. Because realistically you can't.0 -
If a "natty" works too hard, gets too muscular/strong, people accuse him of being on steroids for his success...
Seeing recent pictures of Hugh Jackman my first thought was I wonder if he used steroids as well. He's just made so much progress so quickly. I hope he hasn't. I know steroid use is prevalent and more and more accepted but I still hope some people would commit to living drug free. Maybe I'm just an idealist.0 -
Who is this Hugh Jackman? I need photographic evidence of his existence, please.
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he's a god. massively talented and talk about versatile. believable as Wolverine and Peter Allen. one of the best live performances I've ever seen
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THIS! All of this. Saying you can DL X amount because you can do it with straps is almost, but not quite, as ridiculous as claiming you can bench X amount because you banged out a rep on the Smith Machine.Thanks for the info, "Natty" now makes sense.
I don't understand why straps would be an issue but I'm sure I'll learn more as I progress, like what "bench shirts" are. LoL
Some people think that you shouldn't use straps because you should have a strong enough grip instead. I don't know about anyone else but I don't use the deadlift to train my grip, and why should I let my grip strength dictate how much I can deadlift?
That's fine as long as you don't claim that you can lift x amount based on your strapped pull. Because realistically you can't.0 -
Hugh Jackman can come and deadlift me if he likes!!0
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Lol, there are lots of competitive bodybuilders in the "bulk" season that have little visible abs.He's absolutely natty. The guy doesn't have a six pack. You know a guy is using roids when he is massive AND he is shredded (i.e. body builders). That's a great accomplishment for any age and it is very attainable for people who don't use steroids.
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A "natty" is slang for a "natural" lifter. Straps aren't a bad thing, but they do help with lifting with more than one could without them. So if Jackman can lift that much without straps, he can definitely lift more with them. And "true" deadlifts aren't measured by using straps.Questions please....
What the hell is "natty" and why would lifting straps (I assume for your hands) be a bad thing?
Help a fella out!
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Lol, that's so true. Why do lifting organization recognize bench shirt use as legitimately a "raw" lift? What's even funnier is watching some of the guys that use it needing help to grasp the bar before benching.:laugh: :laugh: :laugh:Straps assist in deadlifts, some consider it cheating, but then again some consider bench shirts as being perfectly acceptable.
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