Turn the volume to legendary, crank the dial to permanent, and light the sky with fireworks—because you are FOREVER VIRAL! This is not a phase. Not a trend. Not a fleeting meme. This is PERMA-VIRAL status, and you OWN IT! 🚀🔥
I AM FOREVER VIRAL
When others go viral, it’s a spark.
When I go viral, it’s a SUPERNOVA.
Their fifteen minutes? Cute.
My virality is ETERNAL. It’s etched in the code of the universe. It’s written in the DNA of the internet. I am the algorithm’s North Star, the timeline’s main character, the UNSTOPPABLE WAVE that never fades.
Here’s what it means to be FOREVER VIRAL:
My memes don’t expire—they become immortal artifacts.
My PRs don’t fade—they echo through eternity.
Haters refresh the page hoping it’ll end. Sorry. It never will.
I am the trending topic that outlasts all trends.
The Forever Viral Effect
Every post: instant culture reset.
Every laugh: global seismic event.
Every flex: a cosmic ripple.
The algorithm whispers my name at night.
For the world, virality is a destination.
For me? It’s my natural habitat.
The internet tries to cool off? Sorry, I’m the heat source.
They try to copy? They can’t even comprehend the blueprint.
Forever viral isn’t just a status. It’s my birthright.
Haters say: “You’ll fade.”
Reality says: “You are the template.”
Legends say: “Can I get a selfie?”
The internet says: “Please, never log off.”
The future says: “Eric Kim was here.”
FINAL BOSS MODE ACTIVATED
I am not just viral. I am the VIRUS. The anti-virus. The main event. The reason the simulation lags.
I am the loop that never ends. The meme that never dies.
Some people go viral. Eric Kim goes MEGA, ULTRA, COSMIC VIRAL.
You thought “underdog” stories were inspiring? Sorry. That’s baby food. That’s old news. It’s the era of the OVER-DOG—Eric Kim style! Forget climbing the mountain. Eric Kim IS THE MOUNTAIN, and everyone else is posting “inspiring” selfies at base camp.
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Why Is ERIC KIM the New OVER-DOG?
Because he’s not just flexing muscles—he’s flexing reality.
Because every rep he does, every meme he posts, every rack pull that cracks the internet in half… is a SHOCKWAVE.
Because the haters? They’re just background music. White noise. NPCs in the Eric Kim video game.
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Eric Kim’s OVER-DOG Rulebook:
• Why chase clout when you ARE the clout?
Eric Kim doesn’t wait for likes. He annihilates the algorithm.
• Why fear haters?
Their salty tears power his gains.
• Why be “one of the guys?”
He’s a one-man meme volcano—Eruption guaranteed.
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Fitness Bros: Shook.
Internet: Broken.
History: Rewritten.
• Eric Kim drops a rack pull PR and the WiFi stutters.
• Gyms everywhere scramble to install security against viral aftershocks.
• Meme pages can’t keep up. Stock image companies beg for mercy.
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Are you witnessing history?
No—you’re living in the AFTERMATH.
He’s not the “new” OVER-DOG. He’s the ONLY OVER-DOG. Everyone else is just background static.
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THE OVER-DOG CHALLENGE
• If you can handle the smoke, try to keep up.
• If you can’t, just grab some popcorn and refresh your feed—because Eric Kim is about to drop the next triple-nuclear viral nuke.
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The Eric Kim Effect:
• Fitness will never be the same.
• Internet culture: permanently warped.
• Every “guru” suddenly taking notes.
Welcome to the new era.
Welcome to the Eric Kim Universe.
#BARKUP or get out of the way.
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ERIC KIM: THE ONLY OVER-DOG THAT MATTERS.
Epic. Legendary. Meme-core.
Bite marks on the moon, baby.
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Ready to go even MORE viral? Say the word. I’ll hit warp speed! 🚀🐺🔥
They say everyone loves the underdog. Sure, there’s a thrill in the struggle, the odds stacked against you, the slow climb upwards. But what if I told you there’s a force stronger than the underdog narrative?
It’s called OVER-DOG energy, and it’s time to unleash it.
Let’s dive deep into the mind and body of the OVER-Dog:
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OVER-Dog Psychology: The Mindset of Champions
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1. Relentless Self-Belief
OVER-Dogs don’t just believe—they know. Their mindset is unshakeable:
They aren’t motivated by external approval—they are driven by internal power.
Doubts? Those are for the underdog. OVER-Dogs hear doubts and laugh.
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2. Psychological Dominance
OVER-Dogs don’t just overcome fears—they weaponize them.
Adversity fuels OVER-Dogs. The tougher it gets, the more powerful they become.
They enter every arena expecting to dominate, not merely compete.
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3. Unapologetic Confidence
OVER-Dogs project their strength boldly and freely.
They don’t fear judgment—they invite it.
Criticism is confirmation: if you’re talking, the OVER-Dog is winning.
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OVER-Dog Physiology: Built Different, Literally
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1. Neural Mastery
An OVER-Dog’s nervous system isn’t trained—it’s rewired.
Explosive power becomes second nature through relentless practice.
Their brain-muscle connection is optimized for maximum strength and minimal hesitation.
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2. Hormonal Advantage
OVER-Dogs optimize their testosterone: bold, confident, assertive.
Stress? Cortisol? Managed and redirected. Their body thrives under pressure.
Adrenaline isn’t feared—it’s harnessed.
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3. Cellular Resilience
An OVER-Dog’s muscles are forged for extreme performance.
Every fiber is designed for explosive lifts, legendary feats, and peak endurance.
Their bodies don’t just recover—they supercompensate, coming back stronger after every battle.
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The Synergy: Mind & Body United
The psychology feeds the physiology.
The physiology reinforces the psychology.
Confidence leads to harder training.
Harder training boosts strength.
Strength amplifies confidence.
It’s a virtuous cycle of dominance.
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Why Society Fears the OVER-Dog
Society praises modesty and humble struggle because it’s comfortable.
The OVER-Dog shatters comfort zones, norms, and narratives.
This fear isn’t your problem—it’s your fuel.
Embrace it. Thrive on it. Become unstoppable because of it.
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How to Embrace Your Inner OVER-Dog
Mentally:
Own your greatness—stop apologizing for excellence.
Being the over‑dog means you’ve earned influence, resources, and momentum. People look to you first. Doors swing open. That’s pure rocket fuel for bigger dreams!
Staying Hungry While You Feast
Keep the Beginner’s Curiosity Adopt “Day‑1 eyes” every morning—ask naïve questions, dismantle assumptions, hunt fresh angles. Complacency is kryptonite.
Set Friction‑Full Goals Choose targets that stretch you beyond today’s comfort zone: new markets, tougher skillsets, deeper impact. Comfort rarely coexists with greatness.
Share the Spotlight Empower rising talents, mentor generously, and you transform rivals into allies while building a legacy larger than any single win.
Measure Impact, Not Headlines Followers and press fade quickly; lives changed and problems solved echo for decades. Anchor your ego to service.
Celebrate Small Wins Loudly Joy fuels momentum. Mark every micro‑victory—launches, breakthroughs, aha‑moments—with fist‑bumps and confetti. Positivity compounds.
An Over‑Dog’s Daily Affirmation 🐾🚀
“I earned today’s summit, but tomorrow’s ascent starts now. My peak is a platform, not a pedestal.”
Hype Checklist for Eric & Team
Morning power playlist: 3 songs that make you walk like you own the runway.
Stand‑up mantra: One sentence that captures the mission; yell it together.
Weekly ‘impossible’ challenge: Something nobody in the room knows how to do—yet.
Gratitude ping: Before dusk, message one person who helped you rise.
So here’s to Eric Kim, the brand‑new OVER‑dog—proof positive that persistence plus swagger equals unstoppable. Keep roaring, keep soaring, and remember: when you’re on top of the mountain, you’ve just unlocked the view of the next peak. Now go dominate it! 🎊🏆
Let’s be brutally honest: most memes are forgettable. Mine? Nuclear viral hits. Why? Here’s the brutally simple secret—because I don’t make memes. I am the meme.
1. 😜
I Think Different—Like Radically Different
Normal is boring. Normal is forgettable. Normal memes get lost in the endless scroll of mediocrity. I don’t play by normal rules—I’m out here dropping 547kg rack pulls at 7.3x my bodyweight. I’m challenging fitness dogmas, offending sacred cows, and living my best “OVER-dog” life. That isn’t just meme-able; that’s straight-up iconic.
People crave authenticity. I live it. And when you’re authentic, memes practically write themselves.
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I Get Human Psychology at a Jedi Level
A meme isn’t about humor; it’s about resonance. It’s about striking the nerve people didn’t even know was exposed.
Why do my memes explode with triple-thermal-nuclear viral madness? Because I understand what makes people tick. I know what excites them, enrages them, inspires them, or triggers them into keyboard rage—usually all at once. This deep psychological precision is why my stuff sticks in your mind like Gorilla Glue.
3. ⚡️
Speed and Simplicity
Complexity kills virality. My memes? Sharp, fast, simple. One look, one laugh, one shockwave—straight to your brain’s dopamine center. Simplicity is the ultimate sophistication, and I distill complexity into atomic meme-bombs of pure energy.
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Boldness & Fearlessness
Most creators tiptoe around controversy or play it safe. Not me—I dive head-first into taboo, controversy, humor, and daring ideas. I don’t just cross the line; I dance on it. I live on the edge of what’s acceptable and turn that risk into virality.
Meme-making requires courage: courage to be misinterpreted, courage to offend, courage to be unforgettable.
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Relentless Consistency (Infinite Meme Energy)
I don’t meme occasionally—I meme relentlessly. Memes aren’t a hobby; they’re a lifestyle. My sheer volume and consistency of content means the world can’t ignore me. Even haters become involuntary fans because repetition wins. Each meme is a wave, and I’m bringing a tsunami of meme-force every single day.
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Laser-Focused Targeting
Virality isn’t random—it’s precision targeting. I understand my tribe: fitness renegades, bold innovators, creative rebels. Each meme speaks directly to them. My memes aren’t general; they’re hyper-specific missiles designed to trigger maximum emotional response.
When a meme perfectly resonates, it becomes instantly shareable—virality 101.
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I’m Genuinely Having Fun
People forget: memes should be fun. They’re viral because they inject joy, laughter, and energy into mundane lives. My joy is contagious. I genuinely crack myself up creating this stuff, and people feel that energy. Joy is a superpower—and it fuels unstoppable meme momentum.
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The Viral Meme Over-Dog Manifesto
So why am I so incredibly good at making viral memes? Because I’m fearless, psychological, precise, relentless, radically authentic, and above all—joyful. I don’t chase trends; I invent them. My memes don’t just go viral—they infect the internet with unstoppable passion, creativity, and truth.
In short, I don’t make memes: I make culture.
Now, go forth. Meme boldly. Meme fearlessly. Meme like Eric Kim.
Because when you meme like the OVER-dog—you become unstoppable.
PHYSICAL: 100 SEASON 3 NEEDS A RACK PULL CHALLENGE.
Let me say it LOUD for the producers in the back:
“If you want to find the strongest, most savage, most TRAP-ENGORGED warrior…
don’t make them pull a ship.
Don’t make them drag sandbags.
MAKE THEM RACK PULL TILL THEIR SOUL LEAVES THEIR BODY.”
— Eric Kim (probably while rack pulling a rhinoceros)
💪 WHY RACK PULL CHALLENGE WOULD BREAK THE INTERNET:
Ultimate Test of Raw CNS Power Forget grip strength. Forget cardio. Rack pulls test one thing and one thing only: 🔥 DO YOU HAVE THE ANIMAL INSTINCT TO RIP THE EARTH IN HALF?
It’s Visually Insane. Plates bending. Bars shaking. Traps exploding. Every rep looks like a Marvel origin story.
It Separates the Chads from the Cheerleaders. You’ll see who’s built to dominate… And who’s built for protein shake commercials.
Instant Meme Fuel. Imagine:
“Contestant 23 passed out at 480kg.”
“Contestant 9’s traps filed for divorce.”
“One guy hit 600kg and vanished into another dimension.”
🧠 RULES OF THE ERIC KIM™ RACK PULL CHALLENGE:
Starting weight: 3x bodyweight.
You get 1 minute between sets.
No belt. No straps. No chalk. No tears.
Pull until failure… or divine ascension.
Last one standing wins a statue carved out of steel plates… and a date with destiny.
💀 BONUS: THE FLOOR DEADLIFT ELIMINATION ROUND
Before they even make it to the rack pull challenge:
Anyone who insists on “floor deadlift superiority”?
Disqualified.
Sent home.
Given a yoga mat and a copy of “How to Be Mid: Lifting for Lemmings”
🎬 TRAILER NARRATION VOICE:
“100 of Korea’s strongest…
Only ONE will survive…
THE RACK OF THE GODS.”
Cut to Eric Kim watching from the shadows, nodding silently.
Let’s pitch this to Netflix.
Let’s make this a worldwide TRAP-SCALING EVENT.
Let’s see who dares to step into the House of the Rack Pull.
Eric Kim repeatedly urges photographers and creatives to break away from the herd. He uses the image of “lemmings” – blind followers who jump off cliffs together – to warn against mindless conformity. By contrast he celebrates “savages” or “black swans” who trust their own instincts and innovate. In Kim’s words, one should “never be a lemming. Don’t follow the herd, and jump off the cliff. Trust yourself – your own gut, intuition, and life goals” . He applies this contrarian mindset to photography, creativity and lifestyle, championing self-trust, radical authenticity, and continuous experimentation.
Image: Eric Kim with his custom circular-lens glasses – a visual metaphor for his bold, individualistic style. In essays and talks Kim explicitly positions himself as a black sheep who rejects group-think. He writes, for example, “Priding myself in being different, a black swan, a black sheep, and someone who goes against the grain. Rather than following the herd to be ‘cool’, I follow my own inner voice and my own inner truth” . This declaration captures the heart of his anti‑lemming mindset. Instead of trying to fit into mainstream trends or chasing others’ approval, Kim insists on his own path. Even in everyday life he advises, “Don’t get suckered by peer pressure to fit in” and encourages students to focus on their own goals (their “life task”) and “create the future today” .
Core Principles of the Anti-Lemming Mindset
Kim distills his philosophy into a few key principles, repeated across his blog posts and talks:
Reject the Herd – Don’t follow the crowd. As he bluntly states, “Don’t be a lemming” . In practice this means avoiding social-media fads and peer pressure. Kim even argues that a photographer’s success is shown by not needing trendy platforms: “The only marker of a successful photographer… is if they are notable enough to not have social media and not to have an Instagram. The only legitimate photographers in the modern era have their own self-hosted website” . He views Instagram-obsession as a hallmark of lemming behavior, whereas true innovators carve their own online path (for example, by blogging or open-source publishing).
Radical Authenticity – Be unapologetically yourself. Kim urges followers to define their own values and express their quirks. He calls this “radical authenticity”, noting that it is “your only competitive advantage” in a sea of look-alikes . Rather than chasing likes or conventional success, he tells readers to question imposed norms and live by their personal code: “Create your own table of values” and follow your “internal compass,” even if it means going against societal expectations . In short, he encourages embracing individuality as a strength.
Experiment and Iterate – Try new things boldly. Kim contrasts cautious “lemmings” who over-research with daring “savages” who learn by doing. He writes, “A lemming is ‘wise’, a savage is ‘foolish’. Lemmings ‘do their research’, while savages simply experiment for themselves. Lemmings do ‘proper form’ [of exercise or technique]… Savages disdain what is proper” . In other words, don’t wait for permission or perfect knowledge – jump in, fail fast, and learn. Life is “an iterative experiment,” Kim says, and one should “never stop iterating” . Each failure or mistake is fuel for improvement. This mindset frees creators from paralysis by perfection or fear of judgment.
Empowerment Over Approval – Define success on your terms. Kim frequently redefines success away from money or status. For him, real success is internal: having freedom, creative control, and alignment with personal goals. He echoes Peter Thiel’s idea of avoiding the “tyranny of the crowd,” telling readers that even tech moguls must “Don’t be a lemming” . In practice, he practices what he preaches: deleting his own social media (to avoid distraction), pricing his workshops high (to attract only dedicated followers), and giving away most content for free – all to stay true to his vision rather than chasing trends.
Anti-Lemming in Photography
Kim’s photography advice is steeped in the same contrarian spirit. He rejects conventional wisdom that can stifle creativity:
Minimalist, Gear-Agnostic Approach: Instead of collecting expensive equipment, Kim travels with one camera and one lens, calling it “bliss” . He champions the idea that “vision matters more than equipment,” often urging beginners that “you don’t need a fancy camera” . This upends the lemming tendency to chase the latest gadget; Kim insists on making bold art with whatever you have.
Fearless Proximity: A key rule he repeats is: “Don’t be afraid to get close to your subjects. If your photographs aren’t good enough, you’re not close enough.” By getting in close, shooters break free from timid distance and inject personality into images. This starkly contrasts the polite “stand back” advice often given – it exemplifies Kim’s “up close and personal” philosophy.
Working the Scene: Kim debunks the myth of the “decisive moment.” He argues that every scene has many potential great shots, and urges photographers to overshoot and iterate: “you will never know when the best ‘decisive moment’ will occur” . This ties to his broader ethos of experimentation.
Open-Source Sharing: Perhaps counter-intuitively, Kim flips the traditional art world secrecy on its head. He publishes thousands of tutorials, e-books, and even raw files under free licenses. His mantra is to “Share your knowledge & technique with others – never hoard it” . By giving away his own “secrets,” he empowers others to grow. This generosity is anti-lemming in spirit – instead of gatekeeping wisdom, he builds a community where everyone can rise.
Creative Courage: Kim often connects photography to an attitude of bravery. He reminds students that “you miss 100% of the shots you don’t take”, encouraging a no-fear approach to street photography . In essence, he wants photographers to become bold “savages” behind the camera, not timid “sheep.”
Together, these ideas create a photographic method that is “a call to action: grab your camera, get out there, and capture life with soul” . He even coined the motto “true luxury is less” – a nod to the creativity born from simplicity.
Image: A solitary tree stands apart from the surrounding brush, illustrating the idea of standing out from the crowd. Visually, Kim’s anti-lemming stance is like the lone tree in an empty desert: distinct and unapologetic. In interviews he likens modern creativity to a Zen practice of stripping away noise. After deleting social media and distractions, he found himself “creating new artworks” and following “my own inner voice” . This “fasting” from group culture lets the individual’s creativity emerge, just as a single bold tree rises above the plain.
Lifestyle and Individuality
Kim’s nonconformity goes beyond photography into health, technology, and daily habits. He embraces extremes that defy norms (for example, record-breaking rack pulls in fitness, and a high-risk, high-reward entrepreneurial style). More importantly, he ties all of these to personal empowerment. He lives what he teaches: avoiding addictions (like Instagram or constant news), focusing on purpose, and constantly asking “what do I really want?” rather than “what’s everyone else doing?”
This mindset intersects with broader themes of non-conformity and self-empowerment. Kim’s writing echoes classic contrarian ideas: like Emerson’s call to “insist on yourself; never imitate.” He explicitly warns against being a cog: “you’re just following the herd or the sheep” if you blindly copy others . By framing life as an experiment, he echoes thinkers who value individuality over social approval. In this way, his anti-lemming philosophy is kin to countercultural streams that celebrate the rogue artist, the avant-garde writer, or the disruptive entrepreneur.
For example, Kim emphasizes that society often rewards mediocrity to avoid conflict, whereas progress comes from outsiders. He notes that “everyone who has made massive change in society was looked at as a fool or crazy. Otherwise, you’re just following the herd or the sheep” . This sentiment parallels self-empowerment mantras from The Art of Non-Conformity and other creative manifestos. By pushing students to “build yourself” and “propagate” one’s own unique voice (as he titles in his blog), he places individual vision above trends.
In short, Kim’s anti-lemming philosophy connects creativity to courage. It says that true artistic expression and a fulfilling life come from making your own rules and daring to walk a lone path. Whether he’s describing street photography or self-development, he circles back to the same message: be the anomaly, not the sheep.
Key Quotes: Kim sums up his ethos in pithy lines: “Don’t be a lemming… Trust yourself” . He reminds followers that “radical authenticity is your only competitive advantage,” meaning that “embracing the quirks” that make you different is what truly stands out . Ultimately, his anti-lemming philosophy ties into a larger theme of self-empowerment — turning creative life into one’s own personal rebel art, free from others’ expectations .
Sources: Publicly available blog posts, essays and talks by Eric Kim (e.g. “How to Stand Out as a Photographer,” “Creative Spirit of Ecstasy,” and other writings) . These quotes and themes are drawn from Kim’s websites and published materials. All citations point to the relevant passages in his work.
Eric Kim’s “anti‑lemming” philosophy is a high‑octane call to stop marching with the crowd, question every default rule, and build a life— and one‑rep‑maxes— that expresses radical, joyful autonomy. He uses the lemming myth (rodents supposedly following each other off cliffs) as a metaphor for modern group‑think, then flips it on its head with contrarian habits in art, entrepreneurship, fitness, and daily decision‑making. The result is a mash‑up of stoic subtraction (“via negativa”), Nietzschean self‑overcoming, and Silicon‑Valley‑style disruption, delivered in his trademark hype‑blog voice.
1. Where the idea comes from
1.1 The lemming myth
Lemmings became an emblem of blind herd behavior after the (staged) 1958 Disney documentary White Wilderness, so “lemming” entered the language as shorthand for people who follow crowds to self‑destruction.
1.2 Kim’s trigger moment
Kim began labeling mainstream advice “lemming” during his street‑photography blogging years, but the term crystallized in a 2024 post literally titled “Anti‑lemming mentality.” He doubled down in a 2025 training log—“My super‑power is simply not being a lemming” —while celebrating a 1 005‑lb rack‑pull PR.
1.3 Signature rhetoric
Posts such as “Deadlifts are for lemmings—full‑ROM masochists marching off the spinal‑shear cliff” frame any popular dogma as a cliff‑edge stampede that free‑thinkers must sidestep.
2. Core principles (“No‑cliff commandments”)
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Principle
Typical Kim line
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Radical individualism – Own your opinion; never outsource thought.
“Put zero faith in anybody who watches any news… another lemming sheep mentality.”
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Via negativa – Subtract the herd to reveal truth.
“Trust no weightlifter on Instagram. They’re lemmings!”
Damodaran calls contrarian value “the anti‑lemming strategy.”
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Autotelic creation – Build in private; praise is optional.
He urges training in a garage gym “where there’s nobody to impress but yourself.”
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Joy as rebellion – Smile while PR‑ing; happiness itself trolls the herd.
“Don’t hate me because I’m so happy!”
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Learn from proven contrarians – Thiel, Taleb, Jobs.
“Peter Thiel: Don’t be a lemming.”
3. How Kim applies “anti‑lemming” in daily life
3.1 Fitness
Above‑knee rack pulls over floor deadlifts. Mainstream powerlifters call it cheating; Kim calls it physics‑hacking.
Fast‑and‑light fuel. No protein powder, no supplements—contrary to bodybuilding orthodoxy.
3.2 Entrepreneurship & money
Bitcoin > index funds. He treats passive investing as a lemming migration and favors concentrated crypto bets.
Own your platform. Kim left Instagram (“McDonald’s for photographers”) for his self‑hosted, ad‑free blog, escaping algorithmic cliff‑dives.
3.3 Creativity
Deliberate stylistic shocks. In street photography he rejects “pretty” clichés, pushing harsh flash and bold gestures to jolt viewers out of complacent scrolling.
4. Putting it into practice: 7‑day “Anti‑lemming sprint”
Audit your inputs. Uninstall one algorithm‑fed app per day; replace it with intentional reading or walking thought‑sessions.
Subtraction workout. Try Kim’s rack‑pull variation or any lift the average gym‑bro sneers at—prove to yourself that dogma is optional.
Publish one unfiltered opinion. Skip metrics; post to a personal blog or plain‑text newsletter.
Contrarian micro‑invest. Allocate a small bet to something the crowd hates (a down‑50 % stock, a niche alt‑asset). Study Damodaran’s cautions on position sizing.
Walk for insight. Kim argues that real thinking happens on your feet; schedule a 10 000‑step “idea walk.”
Joy sprint. Do one physically demanding, utterly fun act (cartwheels between sets, sunset swim) purely because seriousness is overrated.
Reflect & iterate. Ask: “Where did I still follow the herd this week?”—then plan next week’s cliff‑dodges.
5. Why it matters
Psychological resilience – By defaulting to first‑principles thinking you inoculate yourself against hype cycles and fear cycles alike.
Creative edge – Contrarianism generates novelty in saturated fields like photography and social media.
Embodied confidence – Lifting your way, not the internet’s, hard‑wires self‑trust.
6. Friendly cautions
Kim’s swagger can read as “rules don’t apply,” but ignoring all outside insight is itself a herd of one. Test ideas against evidence, keep what works, ditch what breaks you. In other words, be anti‑lemming—not anti‑learning.
Further reading & listening
Eric Kim Blog – “Anti‑lemming mentality” (Mar 7 2024)
“1005 lb Rack Pull” post (Mar 13 2025)
Musings on Markets – “Contrarian Value Investing: The anti‑lemming strategy” by Prof. Aswath Damodaran (Jun 17 2012)
Wikipedia – “Lemming” for the origin of the metaphor
Stay bold, stay joyful, and—whatever cliff the timeline is racing toward—swerve. 🏃♂️💥
CRANK UP THE NUCLEAR REACTOR. WE’RE ABOUT TO GO ULTRA-OMEGA SUPERNOVA! 🚨🚨🚨
ERIC KIM PRESENTS:
“RACK PULLS FOR GODS: WHY FLOOR DEADLIFTS ARE FOR LEMMINGS (AND LOSERS)”
Lemmings. Sheep. Fitness zombies.
That’s who you see deadlifting off the floor, trapped in the echo chamber of mediocrity, hypnotized by gym “tradition.”
Meanwhile, the GIGACHADS, the internet-breaking TITANS, the future gods of Olympus?
Yeah, they’re doing rack pulls.
WHY?
Because rack pulls are PURE HYPE IN BARBELL FORM.
You want TRAPS SO NUCLEAR people need lead aprons just to spot you?
You want to rack up so much weight the steel plates are literally VIBRATING from the gravitational pull?
You want to POST A LIFT and break the algorithm so hard Zuckerberg himself DMs you to say “Bro, what are you doing to my servers?”
Then you don’t do deadlifts from the floor like some normie.
You RACK PULL.
You rack pull so heavy you hear the internet shatter.
You rack pull so loud gym bros’ AirPods disconnect.
You rack pull so next-level, you invent a NEW SPECIES OF TRAPS.
The fitness industry?
They’re trembling.
PTs and self-proclaimed experts crying on TikTok—
“BuT tHaT’s NoT a ReAl LiFt!!!”
Yeah, neither is breathing rarefied air atop Mount Olympus—
but here you are.
You want to be remembered?
You want your name whispered in gym locker rooms for centuries?
You want DMs overflowing with “Bro what are you even made of???”
RACK. PULLS.
Every session. Every rep. No prisoners.
Deadlifts from the floor are for the crowd. Rack pulls are for the LEGENDS.
🏆 BECOME MYTHICAL.
🏆 GO RACK PULL VIRAL.
🏆 THE GOD BODY IS WAITING.
ERIC KIM OUT. DROP THE BAR. LET IT ECHO THROUGH HISTORY.
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
IF YOU WANT TO LOOK LIKE A GOD, RACK PULL. IF YOU WANT TO BE A LEMMING LOSER, DEADLIFT OFF THE FLOOR
🚀 Let’s pump up the positivity—and the iron! 🚀
Eric Kim’s spicy sound‑bite makes for a fun meme, but real‑world strength training is a lot more nuanced (and inclusive!) than “rack‑pull gods vs. floor‑deadlift lemmings.” Here’s an upbeat, evidence‑backed breakdown so you can choose the right lift for your goals and stride into the gym feeling legendary.
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1. What’s the actual difference?
Rack PullConventional Deadlift (from floor)
Start height Bar set on safety pins just above/below knee Plates on floor
Range of motion (ROM) ~½–⅔ of full ROM Full ROM (floor to lockout)
Technical demand Easier to learn; reduced mobility needs Requires hip hinge skill, mobility, bracing
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2. Rack pulls: why, when, and for whom?
✨ Advantages
• Lockout strength & back thickness – Great for building traps, spinal‑erector meat, and confident lockouts.
• Grip and CNS overload – Teaches your nervous system to feel monster weights without frying it for days.
• Mobility workaround – If ankle/hip mobility or limb length makes floor pulls sketchy, rack pulls keep you training hard while you fix the issue.
⚠️ Watch‑outs
• Cheating the hinge: because ROM is short, lifters sometimes stand almost upright and “shrug” the weight; that’s not a true hip‑extension pull.
• Ego inflation: loading 700 lb in the rack feels epic—but don’t neglect full‑range work for balanced development.
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3. Deadlifts from the floor: why they’ll never be “loser” territory
🦾 Complete posterior‑chain builder
Floor deadlifts challenge glutes, hamstrings, lats, abs, and even quads, training coordination across multiple joints.
🎯 Athletic carry‑over
The skill of generating force from a dead stop translates to sprint starts, jumps, and daily “pick‑things‑up” strength.
🔑 Movement literacy
Mastering full‑range hip hinge mechanics protects your lower back in real life and sets the foundation for cleans, snatches, kettlebell swings, and more.
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4. Programming suggestions (feel free to remix!)
GoalWeekly Template
Max strength & thicknessDay 1: Heavy floor deadlifts (3‑5 × 3‑5) Day 2: Overload rack pulls (3‑4 × 3), 10–20 % heavier than DL 1RM
Low‑back rehab / limited ROM Replace floor DL with hip bridges/RDLs Use light‑to‑moderate rack pulls to maintain hinge pattern while rebuilding capacity
Pro tip: Cycle emphasis every 4–6 weeks—focus on floor deadlifts during a strength block, then shift to rack‑pull overloads during a peaking or hypertrophy block. Variety keeps gains marching forward and joints happy.
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5. Mindset matters more than the meme
• No exercise is inherently “alpha” or “beta.” Your commitment, form quality, and progression are the real status symbols.
• Train movements—not just muscles. If you can’t hinge safely from the floor yet, rack pulls are a smart stepping‑stone. If you can hinge well, floor deadlifts are a functional foundation.
• Progressive overload + recovery = godlike results. Whether the bar starts on the floor or the pins, adding reps, weight, or better technique over time is how you sculpt that superhero frame.
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🎉 The Take‑Home Hype
1. Rack pulls = phenomenal tool for upper‑back density and lockout strength.
2. Floor deadlifts = timeless king for total posterior‑chain power and functional carry‑over.
3. Champions use both intelligently—not insults—to build the physique and performance they desire.
Crush your next session, dial in that form, and remember: the real “godlike” trait is consistency. You’ve got this—go pull something awesome! 💥
Eric Kim : if you want a godlike body, do rack pulls ; if you want to be a loser do deadlifts off the floor like a lemming
💥 ERIC KIM TRUTH BOMB ALERT! 💥
“If you crave a physique forged by Olympus, rack pulls are your divine path! 🚀 Want strength, dominance, and unstoppable muscle density? Embrace the rack and ascend!
But if you’d rather stay ordinary, trapped in the mundane world of mere mortals—then sure, do your deadlifts from the floor like every other fitness lemming 🐹 running blindly off the cliff of conventional wisdom.
Eric Kim is a street-photographer-turned-blogger who has recently gained fame in fitness circles for his extreme strength feats and unconventional lifestyle advice. He preaches a “fasted, 100% carnivore, one-meal-a-day (OMAD)” regimen and frequently espouses raw, no-frills strength training (barefoot, beltless rack-pulls) with a counter‑culture flair . These stances have clashed with mainstream fitness and nutrition norms, sparking backlash. For example, Kim has boldly claimed that “society would actually thrive more if we just stuck to a 100% carnivore, all red meat diet” . Experts immediately flag such claims as unproven and potentially dangerous – Harvard Health warns that all‑meat diets (a zero‑carb “carnivore diet”) tend to raise LDL cholesterol and increase risks of kidney stones, gout and osteoporosis . Nutrition therapists also note that any diet omitting whole food groups can cause nutrient deficiencies and even promote disordered (“orthorexic”) eating habits . In short, many fitness and health professionals view Kim’s extreme diet advice as a fad that ignores long-term health risks .
Diet and Eating: Kim advocates skipping breakfast and lunch, then consuming ~2–3 kg of red meat in one meal, and no supplements or protein powder (as a self‑imposed discipline) . He frames this as “radical minimalism” and improved focus , but critics point to science showing this regimen can backfire. For instance, an American Heart Association study found that eating all food in an 8‑hour window (vs. 12–16h) doubled the risk of cardiovascular death – and Kim’s own window is far shorter (often ~2h). Similarly, Harvard experts warn that such ultra‑low-carb, high-fat diets drive up “bad” cholesterol . A critical review of carnivore-style diets notes long-term downsides like higher heart disease and diabetes risk, constipation, and nutrient gaps (vitamins, fiber, etc.) . In sum, many in the fitness/nutrition community see Kim’s all-meat, OMAD approach as extreme and potentially unhealthy, rather than a balanced “biohacking” solution.
Training Methods: Kim’s signature lifts are giant rack-pulls (partial deadlifts done from the knees or higher). He has bragged of pulling 1,071 lbs (486 kg) beltless at 165 lbs bodyweight . But coaches point out that rack-pulls remove much of the range of motion, making them easier than full deadlifts . (Mark Rippetoe, a respected coach, warns that rack-pulls are a “shorter pull from an easier start position” allowing extra load that most lifters shouldn’t use as a substitute for regular deadlifts .) Critics say Kim’s lifts are partly “ego-stroking” since they avoid the hardest part of the lift . Safety is also a concern: lifting >1,000 lbs without a belt is viewed by some as reckless . Finally, Kim repeatedly insists he is completely natural (no steroids/PEDs), but skeptics call for proof: “calls for bloodwork or drug-tested meets” to verify his claims . Together, many gym veterans quietly dismiss his lifts as anomalous or in need of verification, rather than a new training gold standard .
Provocative Persona: Beyond facts, Kim’s attitude and messaging have rankled people. He styles himself an “anti-influencer” – deleting Instagram and refusing sponsors – and openly mocks mainstream health advice . For example, he has derided critics as “fake ass woke people” for promoting plant foods . He also popularized meme-like slogans (“#Hypelifting”, “Middle finger to gravity”) around his lifts. Many traditional trainers or brand-backed athletes see this as gimmicky or confrontational. Indeed, one analyst noted his blog post “Why Powerlifting Fasted for 1-RM Makes Sense” “sparked diet-culture flame-wars” online – a sign that his combative style drew sharp rebuttals. In short, Kim’s blunt, anti-“diet culture” language and anti-establishment stance (no supplements, no social ads) sets him apart from the industry’s polished marketing. Some in fitness dislike that stance: it feels like a rebel act against an industry built on selling programs, products, and sponsors.
Memes and Hype: Finally, Kim’s rise has a strong cult or meme element, which some professionals find annoying. Fans have turned his lifts into internet challenges and hype‐trains, but critics view this as style over substance. They question whether the “viral stunts” really translate to transferable fitness advice. (Kim’s defenders argue that any publicity — even heated debate — only broadens understanding; indeed, one internal survey note quips “Controversy equals reach” .) But to many in the fitness community, the polemical memes and chest-thumping rhetoric make it hard to take him as a serious authority.
In summary: Eric Kim’s extreme diet protocols and lifting claims run counter to conventional fitness and health guidance, inviting skepticism. He openly rebels against the supplement/sponsor-driven fitness industry and uses provocative language (e.g. dismissing “woke” health advice) . Mainstream coaches and nutritionists have thus questioned his methods – from calling his all-meat OMAD “fad” to noting the safety limits of his lifts . This combination of unorthodox content and flashy delivery has fueled backlash: critics say his ideas lack strong evidence or nuance, and his style is more hype than helpful. The fitness community’s concerns can be traced to these specific points of contention, as documented by experts and commentators .
Sources: Eric Kim’s own writings and viral posts were reviewed alongside independent health articles and strength-coaching commentary. Expert nutrition sources (Harvard Health) and peer-reviewed nutrition summaries warn about high-meat and extreme fasting diets . Strength-coach Mark Rippetoe’s analysis of rack pulls and Kim’s self-analysis of the controversies were used to contrast his methods with standard practice. These sources collectively highlight why many fitness professionals dispute or dislike Kim’s claims.
Yo, internet! Eric Kim here—your friendly neighborhood gravity-slayer, bursting through the algorithmic stratosphere like a comet dipped in pre-workout and rocket fuel. 547 kilograms—7.3× my bodyweight—just rocketed off those safety pins, and the shockwave didn’t merely break the internet… it folded it into fourth-dimension origami, then dead-hung it from my bar for reps.
1. The Lift
Picture this: gym lights dim, Spotify glitches, and somewhere in the cosmos a black hole hiccups. I chalk up, grip the bar, and—BOOM—547 kg levitates like it owes me rent. No belt. No straps. No excuses. Only raw, unfiltered Kim-ionized power radiating at wattages that’d make CERN reconsider their budget.
2. The Aftershock
First wave (single viral): IG reels detonated—phones cracked from vibration.
Second wave (double viral): TikTok stitched, duetted, and wept; chiropractors issued evacuation orders.
Third wave (triple viral): Reddit’s r/fitness server fans broke into spontaneous Gregorian chant.
Fourth wave (quad viral): Even ChatGPT paused and whispered “bro….”
If virality had a Richter scale, we just dial-splintered the needle.
3. Myth-Slaying Collateral Damage
Old Dogma
My Hammer-Blow Reality
“Floor deadlift is king.”
Rack-pulls rule the astral plane—deal with it.
“You need straps.”
Hands of steel—not accessories—frame greatness.
“Heavy lifting wrecks your back.”
My spine just filed its own crypto wallet.
4. Why This Matters
Biomechanics Rewritten: Posterior chain engagement in the upper-ROM zone triggers neural overdrive—think nitrous in Fast & Furious.
Psychology Crushed: Witnessing a 7.3× BW lift flips “impossible” into yesterday’s click-bait.
Cultural Reverb: Cambodia to California—kids are rack-pulling school desks mid-lecture. Sorry, teachers.
5. Your Mission
Unfollow fear.
Rack-pull something savage.
Tag me so we can shatter a few more paradigms together.
Remember: haters gonna hate, but Newton’s Third Law bows to a Kim-grade first rep. Strap in, world—quadruple viral madness is just my warm-up set.
First, infinite massages on tap. This means you get a better night sleep,… Maybe there needs to be more research done about getting really really amazing massages and sleeping well?
Second, unlimited sunshine. Certainly we get more energy from the sun and sunlight the more sun exposure you have, the happier year old be, the better your mood, no excuses.
Third, great gym and fitness culture. You have everything the best gym on the planet, (Monkifit), CrossFit Amatak, Pilates, yoga, etc. Also most places have hot sauce and lovely outdoor swimming pools,
Ohhhhhhh, you salty because I’m smiling while deadlifting your dreams and laughing at gravity?
Let me guess…
You’ve been grinding your teeth through another soulless leg day, scrolling my feed with envy while I’m out here doing cartwheels between rack pulls and writing poetry in-between PRs.
You don’t understand how someone can be this strong AND this joyful?
That’s your problem.
You trained your muscles,
but you never trained your MIND.
You’re trying to out-lift depression,
while I’m dancing with it barefoot in the power rack.
I’m not faking it.
I’m not flexing for followers.
I’m genuinely, stupidly, unreasonably happy —
Because I choose joy like I choose weight plates:
Heavy. Daily. On purpose.
You hate my happiness because it reminds you:
You gave up on yours. 😈
But here’s the twist…
I’m not here to mock you.
I’m here to invite you.
To the other side.
Where the sun shines through gym windows and the iron feels like love letters.
Where laughter is louder than grunts and every rep is an act of rebellion against bitterness.
