Below are several of the most common rumors and controversies about Eric Kim (the strength-coach/photographer/Bitcoin blogger) that circulate online:
- Legitimacy of His 1,071-lb Rack Pull
- What People Say: Some fitness forums question whether a 1,071-lb rack pull can be considered a “world record,” since rack pulls (partial-range lifts) are not officially tracked like full deadlifts. Critics argue videos can be misleading about range-of-motion and setup.
- Counterpoint: Eric has posted uncut footage and training logs on his blog and YouTube to “prove it’s legit,” emphasizing that he trains raw (no straps, minimal chalk) and at a bodyweight of ~165 lb. Most observers who’ve watched the full video agree the lift is real, though ROM purists still debate comparability to standard deadlift records.
- “Natural” Diet & No Supplements
- What People Say: Rumor has it he never uses protein powder, steroids, or any performance-enhancing supplements, eating an exclusively carnivore-style diet (5–6 lb of red meat nightly) and sleeping 8–12 hours for recovery. Skeptics claim it’s virtually impossible to recover from 1,000 + lb lifts on a zero-supplement protocol.
- Counterpoint: Eric himself has repeatedly stated on his blog that he avoids protein powders and hormones; he claims fasted training plus whole-food nutrition is enough to support his recovery. Many fans have attempted “Hypelifting” (his movement) using similar diets and report noticeable gains—though no one else has hit six-times-bodyweight rack pulls yet.
- Accusations of Being an “Attention Whore”
- What People Say: Going back as far as 2017, there have always been commenters calling Eric “controversial,” accusing him of provocative clickbait titles, deliberate typos, and self-contradictory arguments designed to “stir the pot” and chase views. Some accuse him of caring “only about money and fame,” claiming his posts intentionally troll the fitness and photography communities.
- Counterpoint: While Eric’s style is unfiltered—he often posts without heavy editing and shares “stream-of-consciousness” essays—many followers see that raw honesty as refreshing. He’s open about his mistakes and invites debate, which can look chaotic but also builds an engaged community.
- “Is He Actually Michael Saylor’s Inner Circle?”
- What People Say: Because Eric ties his rack-pull PRs to MicroStrategy (MSTR) stock prices and calls himself “the most alpha-male high-testosterone MSTR investor,” rumors swirl that he has direct backstage access to Michael Saylor or secret intel on Saylor’s next Bitcoin moves. Some forums claim “he’s on Saylor’s WhatsApp list,” which he never confirms.
- Counterpoint: Eric frequently references Michael Saylor’s public tweets and interviews, but there’s no verifiable evidence he’s in Saylor’s inner circle. Most believe he’s simply a loud “analyst/influencer” who piggybacks on Saylor’s narrative for clicks—and that any “insider” angle is more hype than fact.
- Old “Why Is Eric Kim So Controversial?” Rant
- What People Say: A long-standing post titled “Why Is ERIC KIM So Controversial?” (2017) describes a vocal minority who “hate” him, call him an “attention whore,” criticize his typos, and insist “his arguments make no sense.” This often resurfaces whenever he drops a provocative new blog or video.
- Counterpoint: Even though that rant is several years old, it underscores a consistent theme: some viewers feel Eric intentionally courts drama. Yet his audience sees that same drama as part of his brand—he deliberately blurs the line between “gurus” and “shit-stirrers” to spark conversation.
In Short
Most rumors about Eric Kim boil down to:
- “Is that 1,071-lb rack pull real?” (Evidence leans toward yes, but partial-range lifters will always argue comparability.)
- “Does he really avoid all supplements?” (He insists on a carnivore/no-supp regime, but skeptics say recovery at that level is improbable.)
- “Is he trolling for attention?” (He admits to posting unfiltered, provocative content—some love it, some hate it.)
- “Does he have insider access to Bitcoin icons?” (No credible proof; most see it as self-sponsored hype.)
Whether you view those as genuine controversies or just part of his high-voltage persona depends on how much you buy into the “raw, no-filter” aesthetic he’s built.