How World Record Holder Julius Maddox Went From Prison to Powerlifting | Inspiring Journey

The story of where I started, and how I overcame, on my journey to breaking four world records
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[@OldFashioned751]

Greatest bench presser in history... crazy thing is that he’s not done yet!

[@irregularstrength]

Just getting started 💪🏽

[@irregularstrength]

💪🏽💪🏽

[@henryshanker1972]

hopefully get 7 plates at some point

[@j.krazyy]

When you’re benching 505 for a triple as a beginner at the gym is when you know you were born to take the bench record

[@basicmeme1040]

To be fair he already benched during hs football and more If a dude first time ever in the gym at let's say 300 flabby benched 505 for a triple he'd be benching 500kg raw later on

[@irregularstrength]

Haha thanks buddy

[@mrbong123]

@@basicmeme1040 omg dude just shut up, we all know it wasn't the first time he ever touched a bar that he put up 500 the guy clearly said as a beginner not meaning 1st time ever doing bench... Dumb

[@Dummypass]

@@mrbong123 ikr. No need to get into specifics, whether he has touched a bar or not, that’s still impressive. And he was a beginner and he admitted it. Try moving that kinda weight g

[@superiormanx7649]

@@basicmeme1040 don’t be that guy

[@enigmatic7665]

You turned your life around for the better and that’s all I care about. Everyone makes mistakes and some are worse than others. You are changing the world man keep up the good work. You got 800 in the bag!

[@irregularstrength]

Thank you 🙏

[@mrbong123]

When he said he daughter reached for the glass and tried to touch him but couldn't that's when I lost it 😭 im glad he's doing so well now and is the champion he deserves to be

[@talsophos]

Massive inspiration to 1000's Big Dog 👏👏 800 lb is so close !!! What an achievement once you smash it 🙌🙌

[@irregularstrength]

🙏🙏

[@gr9569]

He definitely can do 800 right now

[@lennygriffin4464]

Julius your a good man!!! Stay strong God's watching over you.

[@irregularstrength]

Thank you

[@ignaciohinojosa4287]

Grettings from chile Julius ❤️💪 keep going !!!

[@howiefeltersnatch7905]

2012 was when I went to treatment and changed my life around. Also congrats on 75k!!!

[@ZachGatesHere]

You're an inspiration in the gym AND in life. Keep killing it.

[@irregularstrength]

Thank you much

[@ISAK629]

Julius, you are a gift to the world! The level of inspiration is spilling over to all of us! THANK YOU! 🙏💪

[@irregularstrength]

Thank you brother!

[@xistence7371]

You saved a soul’s life posting this GGz

[@bagel4473]

Great video. You have an inspirational story and are someone that is proof that people can overcome their past.

[@GG-ef7ig]

God is good! Lift the world up bro!

[@josebmb]

Great video, congrats on everything you have overcome!! Keep it up!!

[@Dummypass]

Lifting aside, I will bow for this. It takes some unreal courage to get through treatment and not relapse. You’re a good man bro, may things continue to flourish in your life. Much love big dawg.

[@irregularstrength]

Thank you

[@jameskuchar3995]

I've been watching and following you for at least a year now,I love watching you compete and train. But I really love your comments and find you very inspiring for all young and older lol. I'm 56 now and still work out and you inspire me. Keep up the great work and I know you'll achieve 800 and more. Your a great person and roll model.

[@bigfootlittefoot5698]

Very motivating . Have to get one of these irregular strength tops. It's stand for turning ya life around. Love it 👊

[@foxesruler]

Cool and inspiring story, Julius! Keep it up for all of us!

[@shawnhendrix8773]

This was awesome, thanks for sharing.

[@calebwilliams7447]

Julius I still remember seeing you workout at the Athenian and talking to you in the sauna! You’re such an inspiration to me and I tell as many people as I can about you!

[@AJ_UK_LIVE]

You're a good man Julius. Thank you for sharing your story. You are an inspiration. I hope one day that I can feel better about myself and my situation also.

[@bigal5501]

Thanks for sharing your Story

[@jaredr2518]

Thanks for sharing. Awesome video.

[@Maine-mail_]

Inspirational! It is not always about the destination but the journey we take getting there. God bless to you and your family 💪

[@kurky72]

Appreciate you sharing this with us, much respect,

[@GM-ed7go]

Every journey of transformation, whether physical or otherwise, starts first on the inside. Great job on turning your life around and being an inspiration to many.

[@TheMossbergg]

Just came across your channel brother..I love your transparency..keep up the good work !!👍🏽..new subscriber!

[@WorldwideDarts]

Even if we take away all the bench press stuff and I think you're here to serve a positive purpose. Whatever it is, you're on the right path. Keep doing what you do Julius! All the best!

[@michaelmullins1290]

Your story needed to be told. I'm just thankful you made a new ending. Glad I got to watching you before you got to this point. You're a great inspiration. Thanks Julius. Also, Brian Shaw wants to ball with you.

[@johndonovan5521]

Stepping up and telling your story will help other people in the same situations get their stuff together.

[@jay200h]

Love hearing your story. I appreciate you for the motivation and truth. I pray that God continues to walk with you. Keep your fight of faith brother

[@JustinHSV17]

Great one, thanks

[@vicschul2481]

What wonderful goals and an outlook on life you have right now, an amazing man!

[@cubworld]

Way to be and break the cycle. Breaking records in strength and as a dad. Gotta love it! Thanks for the example and inspiration.

[@noffmemphisslim1377]

Great and inspiring video Brother Julius.....keep up the great work 💪

[@randomwithtitan973]

Great video!

[@wotevazyo11]

Mad respect big guy...you noticed your weaknesses and chose to make a change...Now your making your mark and records on the world. #Godsplan🙏

[@St_Luke_333]

Well said brother, keep on keeping on

[@thechino]

As someone who is in addiction recovery: I loved hearing your story, and felt genuinely inspired by hearing how you overcame your struggles.

[@BBradford1825]

Much respect to you brother! 👊🏾

[@jimjo09]

Even your testimony is impressive, very inspiring, the best is yet to come

[@shawnleia6552]

God bless u cuz ❤️💪💯

[@leonardskeonard8237]

You're a true inspiration man. Thanks for sharing.

[@dieterh.9342]

He needs more subs. Get the word out, brothers.

[@mlangham179]

Keep killing it!

[@JR_Chosen]

Man I love this, I’m doing my first meet next year and I’m ready to see what this new journey leads me and my wife.

[@eZaFJDUBB]

god bless you julius, you're a humble inspiring guy, thank you for sharing more about your story

[@CurtwoodBearsman]

You’re my hero bud, cheers from Canada 🇨🇦

[@patduquette8399]

Great inspiration ❤

[@catedoge3206]

Amazing inspiration!

[@jc0609]

Thanks for sharing your story Julius

[@jasonlatrayfishing5489]

You are awesome Julius!! A great encouragement and inspiration to me!! God Bless you!!👍

[@TheDanBidondiShow]

Inspirational! Right now my PR is only 405, I hope to be hitting over 500 by next year.

[@kevinnaash2950]

You had the gene for it juluis.. And yes we your fans cant wait to see you smashing 800 bench and 810 also..

[@scottgrudziadz9807]

Keep killing it

[@__spiderwebb__]

keep pushing king 🔥🔥

[@davidsmith2517]

Inspirational and well said.

[@jasoncalvert4209]

After hearing this I've changed my opinions about you. Im sorry for being a asshole and allways saying negative things about you. Your a inspiration.keep up the work. Much respect💯

[@adnanrawashdeh3965]

God bless you and yoyr loved ones Julius we truly appreciate the honesty of you discussing all that you have been through and your great achievements as a human as a father as an athlete Cheers and love from middle east Jordan man 💪💪💪

[@mikehamilton9984]

Really inspiring story. Go get that 800 Maddox!

[@tiromandal6399]

I teared up a lil when he was talking about his kid not being able to hold his hands and the first trophy.

[@reecegullefer6210]

I would feel privileged to wear your logo champ, now I know what it stands for. All the best💪💪💪

[@justis142]

I didn't know you were from and live in Kentucky. Wow 2 champions you and Brandon Lilly

[@juggernautwanatee929]

You can be going in the wrong direction for a long time....but you can always turn around.

[@intermaths1128]

That's insane, lots of respect to you sir 💪🏻💪🏻💪🏻

[@noblemanqvittorio4050]

Nothing but the most respect for this man💯💪🏾

[@trentarmstrong9576]

I’m a substance use disorder counselor at a program with mainly parolees, person in recovery and I compete in powerlifting and strongmen. I love your story and I mention it in my classes.

[@andrewlineberger7544]

Praise God Man!! Awesome Testimony!!

[@d.s.9268]

God bless you and your family

[@nsv5929]

Hi bro please continue to inspire

[@Shawn-ho6de]

What a cool dude...that is inspirational!

[@Jokerthor1316]

You are blessed

[@Ridoyc]

Very motivational story

[@freaking_indiangenectics_065]

This is just wow 😲...what more inspiring then this...from jail to world records..from basement to the top of the world 🙌

[@zaygarnerson860]

You got me Maddox💪

[@filthytreerats6437]

God Bless you Julius!

[@basicmeme1040]

Gear or not getting up to 400 pounds and not that fat is impressive and keeping that much strength with it

[@user-ud2pu8ij6b]

The Lord saved me from the same lifestyle big man 🙌 love the channel 💪

[@Old.Dude_1969]

Respect

[@northbuster290]

Still couldn't accept they misloaded tout 800lbs attempt. Your the strongest bench presser ever.

[@Chosen.24]

🙏🏽motivation

[@kevanramsden2134]

Kev the Sports Psychologist - spotted an area for improvement in your overall PB.......your left arm has a slight issue at the elbow friend. Heavy single arm dumbell (or ideally heavy kettlebell) - lying on the floor, yes the floor) will correct this, its not about your elbow coming right down its about getting your fingers as far from your shoulders as possible, which will iron out that elbow limitation. To complement this, stretch both elbows by standing in a 'crucifix' position and slowly push the backs of your palms back as far as they will go and hold for 30 seconds or so, work on building up how far back both balms can go. Do that at the end of every session just for a few mins/sets, ie 3 times about 30 seconds each. Hope that helps Champ!

[@Steve-nz6ek]

Damn Julius, you're a real one. Respect

[@billmiller6390]

Think you are a amazing man julious keep it up champ

[@joeschmidt246]

I'm almost at half your max lol. 800 soon!

[@jsutton9499]

STAY THE PATH BIG DOG FEAR IS GOOD LETS YOU KNOW YOUR STILL ALIVE

[@champman232]

This is some unreal shit my guy is doing .. fucking salute

[@lokiragnarok7616]

Brian Shaw called you out for a 1 on 1 Basketball match. Are you going to follow up?

[@dieterh.9342]

Brian needs to host him at altitude with his equipment.

[@ole3304]

Bruh Brian will eat the ball

[@jk-pc1iv]

👑

[@SuperStrongArms-d7n]

Hi Julius Maddox, I believe that you will do the 800lbs raw bench press world record very soon mate.

[@zsgvcfcgfdd]

In our lifetime may never again see somebody that can do what this man is doing

[@donniebrasco1364]

It's time the warriors take strength sports back. Let's not forget Arnold Schwarzenegger was born into a poor family. When he came to America he worked a second job doing bricklaying while bodybuilding. When poor people represent strength sports it's good for the business. They don't take things for granted and are grateful. I miss seeing the 80s strongman videos where a pro would work 10-12 hrs in a steel mill then train for strongman at 6 pm right after work. Those guys are so cool and badass. Trust fund babies cannot emulate that energy. That humbleness, that work ethic is not there. They are just trolls that shine real bright for 5-10 years then you never hear from them again. I see guys like Eric Kanevsky and just cringe. I seriously doubt he could work a regular hard labor job like at a steel mill and workout and maintain his physique. Warriors like you Julius Maddox keep strength sports alive, the other guys are like WCW. Brash, cocky and will go out of business. And you're the strongest bencher in the world. Bottom line is simple. Whether it's Arnold Schwarzenegger, Jon Pall Sigmarrson, Jerry Pritchett, Ronnie Coleman, blue collar warriors bring a lot of good publicity to the sport and melt people's hearts. Because they are a great source of inspiration and motivation. Something social media forgot how to do. Even a chimpanzee that doesn't speak a language is more inspirational than social media is. Warriors > Trust Fund Babies.

[@seanmoore699]

Your gonna get 800 don't forget to thank god

[@Jason-wc3fh]

God doesn't exist, and if he did, he sure as hell wouldn't care about bench pressing.

[@seanmoore699]

@@Jason-wc3fh I find your lack of faith disturbing lol why wouldn't he

[@jeremyendicott8181]

Julius Maddox vs. Brian Shaw 1v1 🏀 Both over 4 bills and both strong as shit. He did play college hoops..

[@johnd.e6220]

That’s an amazing testimony! God is good ✝️

[@MikoRuizKing]

GLORY TO GOD☝

[@SethAKPI]

😢💪

[@jaisonjohn3365]

You know some people wish they could meet Albert Einstein if they were alive back then to just pick his brain on the real to see how differently he thought and must have been than the people who wrote about him, but after hearing JM I'd rather talk to JM. It's the overcoming adversity, honesty, and dudes just different. To be inspired by him on the real I think ultimately you have to meet him and join forces.

[@JohnDoe-mt3wm]

💜🐐

[@basicmeme1040]

Highschool football to dealing gear to taking it in prison Coming out of prison benching 525 Now holding a wr