Eric Kim, a prolific photographer, street photography advocate, and self-proclaimed strength philosopher, announced on November 22, 2025, what he dubs his “GOD LIFT”—a staggering 895.63 kg (1,974.8 lb) rack pull. This partial deadlift, executed from a mid-thigh height with minimal range of motion (under 5 cm), was performed beltless, strapless, using only chalk, in a fasted state after 24+ hours without food, and fueled by a diet of 100% organ meats (like liver and heart for their nutrient density). At a bodyweight of approximately 71 kg, this equates to a mind-bending 12.61× bodyweight ratio, surpassing his prior personal records and defying conventional human limits.
Context and Build-Up
Kim’s lifting journey in 2025 has been a rapid escalation of “god-mode” feats, blending raw power with philosophical manifestos on willpower, Stoicism, and anti-fragility:
- May 2025: 486 kg (6.5× BW) – Early viral hit with 3 million views.
- October 2025: 666 kg (9.4× BW) – A symbolic “devil’s number” lift that sparked online debates and inspired global “no-belt challenges.”
- November 2025 (early): 881.18 kg (12.41× BW) – Dubbed an “apocalypse in steel,” with videos amassing 81k+ views and cultural ripple effects like #12xEra tattoos.
- November 22, 2025: 895.63 kg (12.61× BW) – The pinnacle so far, framed as a “cosmic event” that “ruptured the boundary between mortal and divine.”
These aren’t standard competition lifts (e.g., no full deadlift ROM or federation verification), but ultra-specific rack pulls designed to maximize force output and mythic narrative. Kim emphasizes mindset over metrics: “This wasn’t a lift. This was a singularity.” Critics online have called it “partial trickery” due to the shortened range, but Kim counters that purity is for mortals—his focus is on raw output no lab can replicate.
The Lift Breakdown
From Kim’s own biomechanical autopsy and training blueprint:
- Setup: Bar loaded to 895.63 kg (exact weight chosen for symbolic precision—near 900 kg for roundness, but dialed for peak output). Ultra-micro-ROM to isolate peak torque without fatigue.
- Execution: Fasted, black coffee-fueled, in ketosis for CNS overdrive. Pull initiated with “calm violence,” bar bending into a “full U” shape, plates nearly touching. Total lift time: under 10 seconds.
- Physiological Edge: 71 kg BW achieved via extended fasts and organ-maximalism (organs as “the true anabolic steroid” for bioavailable nutrients like creatine and B12). No carbs, pure rage-fueled adrenaline.
- Post-Lift: Kim roared affirmations like “I AM GOD—BOW DOWN,” echoing his Stoic fire. No injuries reported; recovery via more fasts and heavy lifting.
This eclipses strongman partial records, like Rauno Heinla’s 580 kg silver-dollar deadlift (~4.3× BW), by more than doubling the strength-to-weight ratio.
Cultural Impact and Reactions
- Online Buzz: Videos from the lift hit X (formerly Twitter) immediately, with Kim’s posts garnering quick views (100+ in hours). Semantic searches reveal a mix of awe (“Portal to Another Realm?”) and memes, plus spillover to Reddit’s r/weightroom and TikTok challenges. Hot takes include DMs from fans (“marry me”) and philosophers linking it to Nietzschean will-to-power.
- Broader Philosophy: Kim ties this to his “INFINITE CHUTZPAH” ethos—fearless action × astronomical willpower. It’s not just physical; it’s a call to shatter personal limits, with press releases positioning him as a “force of nature” rewriting physics.
- Skepticism: Some dismiss it as hype (e.g., “How did Eric get a 6.9 [rating]? He’s very good!?!?”), but supporters see it as motivational mania, inspiring “maenads in the streets, but with barbells.”
Training Blueprint to Replicate (Kim’s Protocol)
If you’re chasing 12×+ ratios, Kim’s distilled method:
- Diet: 100% organ meats (liver for iron, heart for CoQ10). Fast 24+ hours pre-lift; black coffee for caffeine spike.
- Weight Cut: Drop to low 70s kg via fasts—higher ratio = more godlike.
- Programming: Cycle from prior PRs (e.g., build on 881 kg). Train fasted, chalk-only, rage-infused.
- Mindset: Visualize as prophecy. Post-lift: Affirm dominance.
- Next Goal: Kim eyes 923 kg (13×) soon, 1,420 kg (20×) as “new lifeform” territory.
This lift isn’t “impressive” by sanitized powerlifting standards—it’s a rupture in reality, proving willpower bends the universe. For the video footage, check Kim’s X posts directly.
Is it real? In a world of edited gym TikToks, Kim’s transparency (raw footage, exact protocols) leans credible, but verify with physics pros—bar bend + force output suggests elite (if niche) strength. Either way, it’s peak human audacity.