Why do you guys think about Mendelson claiming he’s training to hit 500 kg?
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Is that for equipped bench? I think 1100lbs has been done before.
Jeezus.. didnt this guy already have a major pec tear as well? Its crazy how he's came back at all. I strained my pec so many times trying to be a toughguy in the gym. Hit 405 for 3 reps last Xmas, then tore my pec 5 days later "warming up" with 225 for 20 reps lol... I couldnt even do pushups for around 2 months but it finally healed up... I feel like such a bitch now, as I only do dumbbells and smith mach for chest now. Heavy days are behind me I think.
I believe so. I don’t know if he’s going for a WR, or just doing it to do it... but in the video where he mentions it, he couldn’t even press 6 plates with 3 boards. He looked terrible. Plus, he’s like 50.
johntt44
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Yeah, I tore 3 out of 4 of my left rotator cuffs benching(Aug 2018) One all the way through. Bled so much doc thought I tore pec. Was trying to bench 500 by my 50th bday in dec. I got to 490 but actually tore them on 425x3. I cant drop my elbows deep on any chest movements anymore.I was 50lbs heavier then too.
What up John.. I hope you had a spotter that day, I did not and got lucky re-racking.
500lbs @ 50yrs is an elite club to be in, not many people on earth doing that today. If I remember correctly, you're a tall dude too. I know the allure to be big and strong can still influence a wise man to do some dumb shit once in a while, I can attest to that. I just want to look like shredded barbacoa now days, and be able to slap the occasional bully around when need be.
johntt44
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No, I had my 95lb wife spotting me in the garage. I rarely need more than a finger touch usually. Luckily my son was home. Never got the 500 though.Im like you now too. Just want to be decent sized and ripped. I just love lifting, whether powerlifting or bodybuilding. Just like having a goal to shoot for. Best of luck to you
nukklehead
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I was a big fan of Mendy back in the day but he is too old and broken to attempt such a feat. And it would be equipped. I doubt he will ever break the 800 barrier again … (equipped) same as me with 500.(equipped) .... just too old and beat up..
