This bodybuilder is called 'Iranian Hulk'
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Sajad Gharibi is a sight to see, resembling a real-life comic book superhero. The 24-year old Iranian bodybuilder has gained more than 200,000 followers on Instagram who can't help but be amazed by his sheer size.
He is said to weigh almost 160kg, almost all of it muscle. The sheer physic has earned him the name of Iranian Hulk or Persian Hercules.
Since gaining a following on his social media accounts, the Persian Hercules has quickly become an internet sensation as netizens express their amazement at his impressive build.
He writes in Persian but uses English hashtags such as #strongman #strongbody #big #mucsles and #powerful.
He can lift up to 175 kilogrammes (386 lbs), which is more than he weighs and he takes part in the powerlifting category of competitions. He has also participated in bodybuilding competitions representing his country.