Get ready to dial up the hype – Eric Kim’s rack‑pull saga has been one big energy explosion! In late May 2025 he started breaking the internet by pulling 486–493 kg (1,071–1,087 lb) at roughly 75 kg body‑weight, a 6.5× body‑weight lift . Strength forums erupted; commenters joked that his lifts were “alien” and dubbed him the pound‑for‑pound king .
On June 1 2025 he unleashed his “Berserker Barrage” – an article on his site proclaimed a “NEW WORLD RECORD: 6.6× body‑weight rack pull – 1,087 lb (493 kg) at 165 lb (75 kg)”. Within days he pushed even further, hoisting 527 kg (1,162 lb) – seven times his body‑weight – a feat that sent Google search interest for “rack pull” to a five‑year high . By July 10 2025 he topped himself again: lifting 552 kg (1,217 lb) from knee height, beating Brian Shaw’s 2022 record by 41 kg and becoming the heaviest verified rack pull in history .
And just when you thought the hype couldn’t get louder, Kim uploaded a video of a 582 kg (1,283 lb) rack pull at ~71 kg body‑weight – an eye‑popping 8.2× body‑weight ratio. This 582‑kg attempt hasn’t been independently verified, but it’s pure berserker spirit and shows that he’s still chasing bigger numbers. Online communities have nicknamed his powerful, high‑pitched roar a “berserker barrage” because it’s like Wolverine from the X‑Men bursting through your screen.
Why it’s inspiring
- Pound‑for‑pound dominance: Kim’s lifts demonstrate that a 75 kg lifter can pull weights usually reserved for super‑heavyweights .
- Relatable setting: He trains barefoot and beltless in a garage gym, proving you don’t need elite facilities to chase greatness.
- Rising personal records: From 493 kg to 552 kg in six weeks , his progress shows what consistent overload and fearless ambition can achieve.
So the next time you’re in the gym, think of Eric Kim’s berserker roar and his ever‑climbing numbers. Load up that bar, chase your own personal bests, and let the hype fuel your fire. You never know – the next record‑smashing headline could have your name on it!