Closing The GAP Between Me And Mitch Hooper!

Join this channel to get access to perks:
/ @hafthorjulius
GET THOR´S APPAREL hafthorbjornss...
GET STRONG THE RIGHT WAY! thorspowerprog...
STRONGEST GYM / thorspowergym Thor's Power Gym - Day Passes available on my website!
My Sponsors:
The Beard Struggle www.thebeardst... HAFTHOR 20% OFF!!
REIGN BODY FUEL reignbodyfuel.com
Rogue Fitness: roguefitness.com
SBD: sbdapparel.com
Transparent Labs Supplements transparentlab... Use my code for discount! THOR
HEALTH IS WEALTH! Get your blood work done by professionals at Transcend!
transcendcompa...

[@TheImmenseFence]

Respect for saying closing the gap, and acknowledging Hooper is the best in the world right now. I feel some people's egos don't allow them to compliment others

[@LatimusChadimus]

True because Mitchell isn't recovering from a surgery of a muscle that is extremely important when it comes to stabilizing the arm and helping initiate a press because when you arch your back with a log or an axle you're using your chest to help guide the arms so that the shoulder blades can track the rib cage properly. Mitchell is definitely very very strong but I still would agree that Thor is much stronger. Even being post-retirement he's still super strong

[@kalamitygame4195]

@@LatimusChadimuswhat about the trash squats he performed 😂😂😂

[@LatimusChadimus]

@@kalamitygame4195 in many ways I would agree but if he was still within the rules, which he was, that's not his fault

[@xaviermitchell578]

@@LatimusChadimus Thor is stronger in several areas but he ain't that much stronger. If Hooper keeps progressing the way he has, next year he will be unarguably the best strongman in history.

[@TheVanillatech]

Hooper - after "beating" Thor at the "squat" during SMOE 2024, despite Mitch knowing that Thor is a better squatter, said " WELL - I guess now we know whos the best squatter in the world!". Hows that for ego, mate? XD

[@lukasohlsson4120]

Thor is so necessary for the sport right now. I’m so happy he came back to show what we’ve been missing. Peck tear just makes the comeback so much more anticipating.

[@Machinisit587]

I appreciate the moment to talk about the community and trying to help the younger guys! Thanks man!

[@Abandonedexplorer]

Just a quick message you are my favourite strongman you seem a cool guy and give some amazing advice will always be watching

[@Hafthorjulius]

Appreciate the support brother. Stay STRONG!

[@justaplanet]

I’m trying to be a pro golfer, and got dead last in a big tournament this year. Watching your video about how you got last in the world strong man and then just started going ham until you became THE WORLD’S STRONGEST MAN has been giving me motivation. Hopefully you see a long haired fella on the PGA tour soon

[@Hafthorjulius]

Keep grinding man! You got this 🫡

[@TheVanillatech]

Far as I'm concerned, anyone who isn't first place is a loser. Doesn't matter if you're second, or LAST! First is all that matters. That, and the journey that takes you there.

[@justaplanet]

@@TheVanillatech is this Ricky Bobby’s dad?

[@justaplanet]

@@Hafthorjulius thank you my man! Good luck w all your upcoming competitions!

[@markuschampos5750]

Knifes are nothing... here in Sweden teenagers have pistols and machineguns. The gangs use children and teenagers under 15 years of age when they want to murder someone because under 15 the law can't touch you. They get like a year in some youthfacility abd then out on the streets again, starting over. Don't believe the lies of the promised land of MENA-invasion! Immigrants from middle east sucks, it destroys every western country as soon they are many enough!

[@snipescore3302]

Keep pushing Thor, Mitch needs more competition so he can keep improving. Cant wait to see the 2 of you deadlift 505

[@mozzer920]

Champion training, champion mindset, champion nutrition and CHAMPION ATTITUDE

[@Strongmancl]

THANK YOU HAFTHOR. IT WAS GREAT TO HAVE YOU IN SCL DUBAI. WE SEE YOU AND YOUR NEW GUY NEXT YEAR IN -SCL 2025

[@atodaso1668]

Mitch has super legs/core, and you're just an overall raw power giant. Love it.

[@TBone-s7y]

A great rivalry is great for the sport. I'm a fan of the Viking power tradition and a Canadian, so yeah I root for Hooper now ! As good as Mitch is, you Thor are a LEGEND !! I hope to see you and Hooper break some records - good luck to you Mountain !!

[@jamesmaitlandstewart08]

All the best Hafthor!

[@nestorgarcia6221]

I agree so much with what you guys said about using the gym as a productive thing and helping young boys stay out of trouble. I'm currently on a journey to learn Icelandic because I want to visit Iceland! I never really knew about Iceland until I saw "The Mountain" compete at 2011 WSM. Much love to you and your family!

[@mattiastennis]

When you visit Iceland help the Indigenous Icelanders REMOVE the problem. A passenger airline with 1-way trip to where they belong would INSTANTLY end the problem..

[@arthurguillaume5977]

I love the competition between you and Mitch, it makes for interesting shows. Keep up the new training routine, I believe a victory for you is happening soon.

[@paul_oliver_duggan29]

You are the King Hafthor, let's go!!

[@gotzvonunentberlichingen1452]

„Don’t do drugs and stab people!“ Words to live by💪💪💪

[@agnidas5816]

Which is rich coming from a channels that advertises VODKA. At least it wasn't Thor saying don't do drugs. Because Thor helps sell neurotoxic drugs which are responsible for most violence : alcohol.

[@MSHNKTRL]

@@agnidas5816 if you're referring to the ads on KZbin, he doesn't have control over that. I got an ad for an American presidential candidate. In any case, you always have the choice to Not Buy the product, no matter where or how you see it.

[@brianholland5447]

​@@agnidas5816I don't think they are having a problem with stabbings because of alcohol. I think they are having these problems for the exact same reason that all the other European countries are! It's because they are importing herds of "migrants" from 3rd world Islamic countries! Not rocket science!

[@mattiastennis]

Questions are - Why is this occurring more ? What is the cause and effect? Who benefits from it all?

[@MSHNKTRL]

@@mattiastennis Iceland is some hardcore gangster shit, I suppose.

[@TheSLK66]

Best of luck! We need this as fans, we can't just have Hooper winning the important competitions if Stoltman isn't having a good day or if the events don't favor Trey. You are the only one who can.

[@Pile_of_carbon]

Really looking forward to watching you and Mitch compete against each other this weekend.

[@sagaofkatie]

Love to see your training updates. Rogue is going to be an awesome show!

[@Papolucho702]

I know the pec tear is like a psychological barrier and this is something Louie Simmons and Yuri Verkoshansky address (Supertraining book). Definitely something I worked on myself, as I partially tore my pec minor three times. Doing different things to help prevent thus area from overworking again and changing movement patterns… and the FEAR of reinsuring is REAL. Because it trains your brain to avoid that same movement pattern that got you injured. I hope this insight serves you well and that your coach can find finds to help you overcome that psychological barrier if it’s there If not… GO HARD Thor!

[@DonnieN22]

New to the channel. Love the inspiration and positive vibes you put out there. Makes me want to push harder. Thanks, Big Man 💪

[@Ont785]

Everybody’s expectations of you are through the roof. It’s always a pleasure to watch you compete . I guess the usual statement of improve your pressing power, and you will dominate .

[@1vootman]

Remember, Thor was never a bad at pressing, quite the opposite, with a strict log press of 213kg (and I believe could have done 220kg) using little leg drive, something that Mitch relies entirely on

[@brianholland5447]

In other words, Full Thor is on the way!!

[@toomanyblocks8448]

leg drive used to be Thor's thing with the infamous double dip

[@losvatos6714]

🤣🤣 no leg drive ? are sure you were not watching Eddie ? No hate to Thor, but he was never a strict presser.

[@QueenToKingOfSpades]

Not using leg drive is not a badge of honor if you could be lifting more weight with more leg drive. You don't win titles on potential.

[@Micheldied]

Saying Mitch relies completely on leg drive is odd, considering his best strict press is 175kg (iirc). I think Thor's best is like 180kg x 2, which is better, but not by an insane margin.

[@daanraes8100]

i think i speak for all of us if i tell you we wish you luck, Hafthor!

[@MassimilianoPisoni]

Thor!! !! One of the best of all time !!! Super Human natural raw strength and talent. Inspiring to watch

[@jaakkotyni2342]

One thing that i think helps overhead pressing is shoulder mobility. If the bar or axle is resting on your upper chest, the leg drive is giving a great momentum to the implement because of the rigid connection from the floor. When the weight is hovering and not touching the chest the acceleration of the leg drive is lost on the soft tissues of the shoulder joint. Also the stiffness in the top position causes problems because you cant stack the weight on your scapula, shoulder, elbow joint and thoracic spine in a vertical line, and that also increases energy expendature specially in long sets. The pulldowns can be a good mobility exercise when you focus on bringing shoulders next to your ears and emphasizing the stretch, also with the opposing grip (palms facing you) you get better external rotation and stretch in the lats. Weightlifters are maybe the best teachers in the front rack mobility and leg drive if there are olympic weightlifting coaches in Iceland.

[@bdawg2513]

Looking good Thor. And it just so happens I have a shoulder impingement that I am trying to work through with those light exercises. Shoulder pain sucks and really hinders your workouts.

[@dalegrovogel2385]

Hafthor it so great to see you back in strong man , I look forward to you beating Mitch Hooper. Stay strong

[@kevinmee3501]

Thor you're improving all the time, you are coming back from a massive injury , still not 100% but still smashing world records , Rome was not built in a day , soon champion you will be at your best and stand at the top again, never underestimate the Viking.

[@douglasnisbet1189]

Full strength Thor is still the best in the world.

[@matswallsten1628]

Great to have you back! Love following your training sessions

[@vincentsalinas599]

Best of luck hafthor at rogue. Thank you for the content.

[@dw_713]

Speaks volume of how your willingness to put other top athletes in your home country in the mix of bigger national strongman shows. Love to see it.

[@coldpond]

Always enjoy watching your videos. Gives me a mental boost when I go to the gym. Thanks!👍

[@waynedignard-ds7ts]

Congratulations on your progress. I wish you continued health and I’m looking forward to seeing you compete at the Rogue. Cheers

[@Nirsterkur]

All the best Hafthor! Koma Svo! Great approach and hope the twice a day routine will help to close the gap. I always believe in you! ❤

[@ScotB-j7o]

Thank you. Looking forward to more videos where you pick up stuff with your father.

[@jesusespana8]

Excited to see you be 100 percent!

[@fzust]

Hafthor, Big fan not only of your athletic prowess, but of the example you set with attitude, support of family, and character. Question: Are you guys thinking about trying the Split leg press? Is that necessary to be at the top-level in today's Strongman?

[@fredkemp1444]

Great video Thor. Sorry to hear about the crime issue. But glad you and your buddy acknowledged it. So many young men need guidance and good role models. Thanks for giving them some advice. Wishing you the best training and results at Rogue! Stay healthy. Looking forward to seeing you live in Ohio!

[@Maestro_Hulk]

Thor you are looking in incredible shape 💪. Rooting for you to win the Rogue Invitationals.

[@thorgran3]

Great to hear from you. Thanks for the update :D

[@brendanrichards3159]

A bit more overhead pressing power would have won Thor the 2024 SMOE. Good to see him finding ways to improve there.

[@odn7769]

I think pushing triceps volume up would be good. Your overhead form looking good again and your log and axle will become strooong again!

[@Ant2926]

Great progress Hafthor!

[@MrAkumathegreat]

I know I could never be a strongman but you inspire me to be the strongest man I could be keep grinding I know you’ll soon be dominating the sport once again 💪

[@Ravikant.Sharma]

Hell Yeah, Hafthor!!!

[@moopius]

I love that saying "IRON THERAPY"... that would be a good tee shirt.

[@aeis3007]

Thors warming up weight for axle is my max. These guys are just silly strong.

[@IronsideStrength]

⚡Let's GO THOR⚡

[@--SPQR--]

I'm surprised Bas doesn't have you do a bit more triceps isolation. Looks like triceps are your sticking point / limiting factor atm

[@Lee-ic2yn]

I'm sure he does he probably just doesn't show it

[@antoniocenteno1483]

​@@Lee-ic2ynYeah, videos would be like 1 hour long

[@--SPQR--]

@@Lee-ic2yn maybe you're right. Although he usually does show isolation work.

[@hulkthedane7542]

Train hard, stay safe 👍... and go win competitions again.

[@miamisteve2003]

100% professional attitude from Thor, just like Hooper. Nutrition, training, technique, recovery. This will be great for the fans.

[@nathangasque6265]

Good stuff, love the training videos

[@zcddrew]

More videos please thor!

[@davidleon9206]

All going great and on competition day it's not about who's the nicest or kindest.

[@SpiderWaffle]

Should try Palmer Cooling between sets for improved exercise endurance, faster recovery, increased strength, and better performance during physical activity.

[@bigbadwolf200335]

Been following strongman since the early 80’s, I think strongmen are the most likeable athletes in the world, And you Thor are my favourite, all the best from England.

[@tippytailmckitty2658]

It would be cool to have a competition come down to the final event.

[@maxa8838]

Looking good, keep it going 💪🏻😎

[@Nirsterkur]

Marcel Mostert has helped Hafthor a lot to build his legacy. I'm dreaming to see some more Viking type events next year and Hafthor doing some legendary feats, like the Ormrinn langi from 2015 World's Strongest Viking. Koma Svo Hafthor! ❤

[@JaiswalBharat990]

He is going to retire at 2025 bro

[@kevinmee3501]

Hello nirmal , hope you are well my brother and your training going well , we all know in our hearts and mind that Thor the Viking is number one.

[@Nirsterkur]

​​@@kevinmee3501 Hello Kevin, I'm good brother, how are you? Frost Giant is determined to progressively bring his overhead power up and a big Deadlift session is coming up as well. Fingers crossed.

[@JaiswalBharat990]

@@Nirsterkur 520 kg deadlift

[@kevinmee3501]

@@Nirsterkur yes my brother I'm good thank you, and yes the Viking is going to roar.

[@pthithic]

Thor, if you're not already: peptides!!!

[@andyschaefer3427]

Very helpful video!💪

[@t6c756]

I value using light exercise bands in various angles between workouts to get more blood turnovers in problem areas. They really help with painful/tight spots, or as general conditioning for minor 'support' muscles.

[@Elecjester]

1 more for sub for you sir, best of luck to you on hitting that 1 million mark by the end of the year. We'll be cheering for you =)

[@brgestoraas7705]

Love to watch your videos. Only thing. It is too few. Would like more videos Thor

[@michaeloxlong5697]

It took me a few years in the gym before I could deadlift as much as Hafthor can shoulder press and he considers it a weakness. These guys are on such an absurd level it's hard to comprehend.

[@mikeybigfoot1354]

A literal Viking having trouble with his own press. . .😂 ❤

[@bradenmwalker]

Thor rocking the Rasta Reign 💪🏽💯🙏🏽

[@kylerizzo5405]

The gym is the best medicine for depression!

[@chrisbfreelance]

It's no coincidence that as societies become more stagnant,do less physical activity and spend less time around nature that there is a sudden surge in poor mental states.

[@mattiastennis]

True but you do realise that 'go to the gym' and dont do criminal acts has LONG been a filler statement for ignoring WHY the criminal acts and depression are occurring. You dont want criminals and Foreign-invaders to be in our gyms but to be on a 1-way trip to justice or an airport

[@RenzinatorStrength1961]

A 100% Thor is Better than a 100% Hooper IMO. Kick some arse at Rogue!!

[@matthewbutler5335]

For static lifts yeah I would give the nod to Thor however moving I would probably go with Hooper. Hooper is also very calculated and consistent. Hooper doesn’t win every event but he typically places in the top 2. That’s why nobody can slip up around Hooper lol…

[@commentwarrior]

Back in the day Thor was the guy to beat at WSM loading races and truck pulls...​@@matthewbutler5335

[@vojtechkorhon4159]

It depends on the set of events and the rest of the lineup.

[@1vootman]

Absolutely. He won most of the events at the SMOE even with his shoulder pressing not being 100%

[@agnidas5816]

yeah but Thor is never getting back to 100% again.

[@bigcatproductions2789]

💪 I Wish that I had " weakness " like you THOR ! 🤓🇺🇸

[@chrisco9914]

Going to bed earlier has helped me a ton as well. I also like to take a THC edible around 5 or 6pm then sleep when it's coming down. On trt it also helps reduce blood pressure and body temp which is nice

[@bruh-tk2bo]

His delts are looking wider, good sign he’s getting back to his normal pressing shape

[@Chris_Jenkins_Wales_Strongest]

Good to see Hafthor still competing. Would be nice to see him win WSM again.

[@82Bjarni]

Thank you for the video

[@anthonymoser4096]

Come on Thor !!! Get those MIGHTY shoulders

[@renedupont6116]

Relax more and follow your path of not getting hurt. It's YOUR life, not Hooper's. You are a phenomenon anyway, so strong after so many years

[@jenswikstrom7104]

3:00 thats cool of you Hafthor

[@Augustine400]

Add to routine: On your strict overhead press- it looks like your struggling pushing your head through. Shoulder and pec mobility will help with that. I think your pressing would benefit from being able to stack the joints better. Perhaps there is limitations in that end range of motion in the shoulder which is caused by both previous injury and muscle tightness. However, i think if you could address it - the shoulder pressing could improve significantly. The improvements could be seen by three areas: 1. ease of access to end range while pressing, 2. better positioning, 3. you're not fighting your own tissue as you go to lock out the press.

[@Technique-kj2bp]

I worked out you only had to come 4th & 5th in those 2 pressing events at smoe and you would have won. Keep up the good work!

[@robertwilliams5618]

Raw lifting is all that matters and youre King.

[@fatubreenimarota]

Nice video Thor! Supporting all the way from New Zealand.. i am sure I share the thoughts of your other fans that we are counting on you to beat Mitchel Hooper.. it was a pity around the points system at the strongest man on earth cause you won more events it just doesn’t make sense that you didn’t win.. but hey Allgood.. onwards and upwards!! All the best Thor

[@cocaflorin5904]

Ther is only one chanel i subscribe in youtube. Yors . U are fantastic.

[@bagaskarahadjarputra6070]

Once you get over your overhead press issues due to your pec injury concern, you will be back at your 2018's prime in my opinion

[@--SPQR--]

Came for the lifting, stayed for the dad advice. Sad to hear things are going south in Iceland.

[@frankengymstein]

Hafthor probably hasn't felt like he's needed to be on his toes in a long time since Hooper came in. Man is pushing Thor to become another type of Mountain

[@panagiothsstaurou7569]

If I have a spoter like Thor he could clean my max squat to my shoulders easily no need for racks😂

[@richardjones3826]

Hey Thor, you have to do the split jerk the same as Mitch thats the reason he has the record, i think you could do alot more. Juhaptergee

[@littleanto5917]

Hello hafthor bjornsson the Thor man 💙

[@andrewgilbertson5356]

Good Luck Hafthor

[@brg73]

Watching strongman events again because Thor is back.

[@andrew98115wl]

Thor stole the wheels from Mitch's truck for his axle! 😁

[@Arthroplastic_Strongman]

I appreciate Hooper for everything he's accomplished but I am more in favor of the guys who have overcome a major injury and are battling back. I didn't get into strongman until after I turned 40 years old and with numerous injuries to count, one being a complete hip replacement. Every day is a battle and the dedication required to become one's best is paramount. On a side note, I saw you and Hooper at the Reign booth at Mr. Olympia. Unfortunately, I wasn't able to meet you. See you at the Arnold Classic.

[@sage1517]

Thor got nothing to prove in strength sports. He's been there done that.

[@wanderer_oti]

He hasn't won smoe or rouge yet

[@Testoodope]

@@wanderer_oti They weren't in existence before his hiatus, and now he is doing them while coming back from a "retired" physical state. Or are you new to the sport and don't realize this?

[@poorfatman5317]

Good luck 👍

[@Planet-ICELAND]

kids need strong idols

[@scottrhodes7091]

I would add close grip bench press. It’s my favorite upper body exercise. I’m experimenting with doing them on an incline also.

[@hujillsava]

thor we all want u to beat eddie 500 kg deadlift record oficially and set a new world record.keep training big brother

[@MC-ep8cu]

Hafthor. Would love to see you compete at wsm. Also what a chad for doing that for second place guy at iceland

[@vincentjatkoo]

I am sad to hear that violence is going up in Iceland. We have a major problem with gum violence in Sweden at the moment, I suppose that knives are still better than guns. Or maybe less bad. Wish you the best at Rouges.