Strongman VS Rock Climber - Who has stronger grip?

[@Stickybutton]

This is what competition without ego is like. All friendly, stiff competition but full of respect for each other. Fantastic sportsmanship and you can see they’re learning from each other at the same time.

[@spontanapa]

As a Scandinavian, this is cultural. Here, the weakest dog bark the loudest.

[@repoman5581]

exactly... great humble dudes... and then you see andrew tate, ego through the roof... who do you want to spend time with... there is no hesitation, these dudes win, no question about that...

[@Molb0rg]

Yep, exactly, testing learnign exchange expirience, show stuff. Yeah like that moment, everyone enriching their understanding of the world, it so much more than ego compeititons

[@repoman5581]

@@spontanapa no one was barking loudest here...they were both so humble

[@jackrangaiah4236]

so beautiful to witness 2 absolute titans of work ethic show eachother up with total respect for one another and themselves. people like this make the world a better place.

[@Allenar4]

First impression, "that dude is a kindergarten teacher? I would be scared shitless" end of video, I have no doubt he would be my favorite teacher. He's so humble, gentle and nice.

[@soundninja99]

He's a gentle teddy bear

[@RE-ct3ht]

Porque te asustaria?

[@i_can_c_u_2295]

@@RE-ct3ht because that dude is as wide as he is tall. He is like a huge square packed with muscles and orange hair.

[@grabthor1]

He seems like the kind of teacher that if you had a bad day he would give you possibly the best hug ever and make things OK.

[@w花b]

​@@i_can_c_u_2295 he could grab you and turn you into a paste just like when you press a sliced lemon with your bare hands

[@bandols]

Every Norwegian you bring on your channel has a such a calm kindness to them and always so modest. Makes me want to live there.

[@dkitt-1]

Couldn't agree more with this comment.

[@koffski93]

No american overhyping /Swede

[@RIMHQ-YT]

You cant afford it

[@bandols]

@@RIMHQ-YT haha, I’m probably one of the few in these comments who could afford it.

[@jorgemendez4517]

That’s what you get when you have a happy society

[@colossusX1]

Magnus' grip strength is crazy for his size. Great showcase of how training specificity plays into things.

[@Karu171717]

Size? Grip strength has nothing to do with a person's weight. Overweight or underweight people usually have less grip strength than normal ones.

[@colossusX1]

@@Karu171717 muscle size - a 200 lb muscular person on average will have higher grip strength than a flabby 200 lb person. Those two guys are outliers in the population. Both top on their sport

[@alanrequena6210]

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[@alanrequena6210]

@@Karu171717 18:11

[@ThefamousMrcroissant]

@@colossusX1 Karu isn't wrong though. Size has nothing to do with grip strength inherently. I'm a rather big guy and I can press quite a hefty weight, but I would never even question my much smaller friends who go to climbing halls would best me here.

[@danieljamescrow]

Dude put up some good competition despite being entirely out of the realm he trains in. What a beast. Not to detract from your performance. You're both ridiculously strong

[@someoneinthecrowd4313]

He went down, but it sure wasn't without a fight.

[@SayAhh]

It's like competing against someone who can tear a quarter dollar coin: different muscles.

[@LogicCaster]

Ive seen a chick roll up a steel frying pan. Buff chick

[@cool_piglet]

how is a strongman is ENTIRELY out? is he a cyclist? a soccer player? no - he lifts weight with his HANDS. and overall, strongmen have pretty strong grip. just not that one. "norwegian *hulk* " with 200 kg bench press? oh, c'mon.

[@Laszlo5897]

​@@cool_piglet what are you on about? He's about big, explosive movements that mainly involve the big muscle groups. You can see him struggle the more isolated the movements become, which makes complete sense.

[@TheOnlyGhxst]

I love how he's genuinely impressed by what Magnus is able to do. While also managing to be impressive himself at something he isn't trained for. Quality content all around.

[@Paal2005]

It's a good way to humble yourself I guess, and get reminded that even you are among the best at specifically what you do, you might get bodied in something slightly different. It's amazing how specialised our top athletes are.

[@CristanioPeweyyy]

@@Paal2005 Imagine if he does grip training now. Dude would become even more of a beast than he is already.

[@Nordicat.]

Well he is Norwegian.

[@comandante8532]

he does grip ytaining...

[@lizardlv100boss2]

Yeah its cool to see the adaptability of the body

[@iswm]

I bet the kids at his kindergarten absolutely love this guy. They are lucky to have such a great role model.

[@NickRoman]

There must be pictures of him with like the whole class hanging off his arms. lol

[@AlexMkd1984]

FAT MAN 😂

[@mareksicinski449]

jope so

[@johnconarty3762]

I love the way Magnus goes back and forth with his guest. He is like a passive encourager haha, he isn't in your face and loud, but definitely gives motivation and credit to push you further and further. I also like he humble he is.

[@CRCfail]

Who cares? This isn't GRINDER buddy, the video was about strength not who your favorite boy is

[@johnconarty3762]

@@CRCfail hahahaha so hurt in your life you can't handle someone giving a compliment huh. Hope you got a doughnut for that butthurt there buddy.

[@kunilsen2519]

@@CRCfail I also enjoy how Mangnus operate around his guests :)

[@TK-zl8fu]

@@CRCfail How in the fkin hell is MAGNUS, of all people, a BOY?? If anything, by the standards of people like you, he's the manliest man in the damn world. Like, god-damn, which is it? Either way, since your comment wasn't reeking sarcasm, I'm taking it that - A. You're trolling. B. You're just mindlessly mad over a comment. Don't mind me much, just decided to reply to a 5-month-old comment bcuz I wanted to.

[@chir0pter]

He's very perceptive

[@arianaajbeaverhausen8175]

It's so nice to see people who don't practice the same sport training together and learning from each other, the mutual respect they both have for each other's skills is admirable. ❤

[@TheLeeBonner]

This is how it should be in life, they’re a great example of how you can be totally different people with totally different skills and still work together to help each other.

[@mike02454]

Stumbled on this video, and the respect for each other is simply awesome. This type of video is why I cut cable (filled with negativity) and started watching KZbin much more often. Content creators are where it's at.

[@lostgavin9422]

They are both professional high tier athletes at the top of their craft, that means they are of the same cloth!! Your acting like one person knits sweaters all day while the other splits the core of the earth! They have mutual respect because they are very similar to each other! 😩

[@mike02454]

@@lostgavin9422 You sound like someone who has never left their basement. There are massive (literally) differences in what they do... take the amount of food it must take to stay that big. Many would think it's disgusting. And for the big guy, he could easily assume all scrawny people aren't worth his time. I'm also very sure that many athletes at the top of their game are a-holes! So give your condemnation of a good comment a rest... I'm sure pissing on someone's nice thoughts didn't improve your lot in life.

[@JonnyCrackers]

Scandinavians are very humble people from what I've seen, even when they're extremely good at what they do. Kind of wish that was more common with people here in the US.

[@biologicallyawptimized]

I love how friendly and humble the competition is between them. Also I enjoy seeing people clearly giving it their all but knowing when to stop before an injury. Clearly these people know their limits and how to do it as safely as possible.

[@makandalp]

They are both grown up men.

[@fabr5747]

Definitely agree! And not only humble, but encouraging each other and sharing their strength and knowledge !

[@antonioderrica3426]

I think very typical Norwegians..

[@BanaGhoo]

hes cheating with his feet ancles, lifting with the toes

[@iquitmyjob6154]

@@BanaGhoo that doesn’t matter when it is about grip.

[@sassyviking6003]

This is so wholesome. Both these men are clearly incredibly impressive athletes, just with different specialties. And they are both so kind and encouraging. It just makes you feel good watching it.

[@TheLeeBonner]

Couldn’t agree more, it’s actually really nice to see two totally different people with different specialist skills just working together. Good example of how people should be in life, no matter how different we are from each other we can always cooperate and learn from each other if we come at things with respect.

[@darren6202]

I agree this is so brilliant. Both these men are clearly incredibly fit athletes, just with different skills. And they are both so nice and supportive. It just makes you feel great viewing it.

[@anthonybeltran4823]

ehh the obese man is not really impressive at all. Plenty of powerlifters and elite lifters are putting up higher numbers at a much lower BW. John haack is close to pulling 409kg at 95kg BW.

[@sassyviking6003]

@@anthonybeltran4823 and how much do you lift? Like for real, be may not be a world chsmpion and he may have some exess fat. But tho tray and deny that he is clearly and extremely strong man is childish on your part.

[@jendralhxr]

sportmanship at its finest

[@randr10]

I love the humility of two truly competitive people on display here. You can tell that you both work very hard on your abilities and don't take anything for granted. When I was young my father had a logging business selling firewood. I was about 16 when he shut the business down, but my brother was in that sweet spot of youth (late teens/early twenties) when we all did that kind of work. His hands were so powerful from picking up hardwood pieces one handed and throwing them (two at a time from the ends with barely the fingertips gripping the edges) that even though he has relatively small hands, he could palm a regulation basketball fully inflated by crushing it with his fingertips. I bet he would have done well on these tests back then, especially the 3rd one. That tool is shaped very much like a piece of split firewood. Your demonstration here shows how the limits of human strength are more universal than they seem. You both are strong in very different ways but your hand strength is very close because the two types of exercises you regularly do require it. Very cool.

[@nickshepherd1935]

This is the most wholesome and respectful thing I've seen in ages. Seriously impressive how you have both arrived at a very similar place from completely different directions.👍

[@jockmonsieur7272]

After a certain point with strength sports you're really just competing against yourself and a handful of other weirdos who have put in years and years of very specific training. At that point it's hard not to be coming from a place of mutual respect. Nice to see that coming out in this

[@applesbeenhere]

Follow her over to the fireplace and then she would look at it and yell at him anymore she just she never meals for eating more I guess she knows that it’s not a thing that she wants

[@kiko7247]

The Norwegian Hulk is so nice, humble and genuine. He tried really hard, and by the end of the video, he was amazed by your technique and strength. You guys should definitely collab again. I really enjoy when you collab with Norwegian athletes (or people, in general). Everyone seems to be humble and friendly, and speaks their mind with no problem. The pace of the video is excellent and the editing is just perfect, not chaotic or boring. Great job guys!!

[@whyy1256]

Thx for being posetive about my dad :). Have a great day

[@DaMeowster]

@@whyy1256 You have an amazing dad!

[@whyy1256]

@@DaMeowster Thank you so much. He was SO happy when he saw all the positive comments.

[@timbliss8777]

@@whyy1256 He is incredible! Seems like the nicest guy and what a powerhouse. So impressive.

[@gorrestfump1237]

Seeing the difference between the skillsets with these two athletes was awesome. massive respect to both of you for the friendly competition.

[@pwnmeisterage]

Also some minor disbelief from me because they're not wearing safety boots.

[@buiquanghuy135]

@@pwnmeisterage safety socks baby!!

[@nillyeg]

@@pwnmeisterage imagine if it fell on his foot. The pain x.x

[@pwnmeisterage]

@@nillyeg The broken phalanges and metatarsals. That much weight would just snap the bones and crush the joints. I think the climber would suffer more from the permanent loss of mobility, although the strongman would be permanently lopsided in his lifting. The pain would eventually heal (with surgery and physio) but the damage would be lasting.

[@nillyeg]

@@pwnmeisterage Oh damn... thanks for info

[@leosbampa7350]

The humility and mutual respect between these guys brings back fond memories of my martial arts days. Big ups to both!

[@noone-ld7pt]

I loved the moment where you could see the Hulk look at Magnus with a "Wtf, how are you this strong?" look. Probably years since he's been beaten at anything strength related by anyone weighing less than 120 kgs, much less 70! But he seemed like genuinly good dude, it takes a big man to get his ego checked and keep smiling! Could be fun to see you guys flip the script tho and go carry some boulders or something!

[@acelsin]

It looks as if Magnus introduced him into a whole new world

[@z0uLess]

When you are into lifting, your ego is constantly checked -- you are only good at what you have practiced for years and years, and you know it.

[@FR099Y]

Its a difference in training. Similar to how Calisthenics trained people generally have an all round strong physique compared to people who just lift weights. It's what I like to call show muscle vs practical muscle

[@seahpo6737]

@@z0uLess ive never lifted, but it seems really similar to climbing in that regard. you're always competing against yourself, and theres always something harder out there that'll check your ego, whether its a 5.15c or a 250kg bench press

[@NikkiDoesStufff]

He’s like the definition of a gentle giant. Massive man with a kind heart. Great video as always magnus 💛

[@kipponi]

Gentle Giant great prog rock band from 70's.

[@tinymahuta]

He's not really a giant. He's certainly wide. His hands are barely bigger than Mitbo's and a 320kg deadlift at his bodyweight is not impressive when you consider the IPF deadlift record in the 83kg class is over 360kg. He seems like a cool guy though. Thor, Tom Stoltman, Shaw etc are giants.

[@zinoelgato]

This is obviously not news but this really shows how INSANELY strong Magnus grip truly is!!! And hats of to both athletes here, very impressive!

[@stephanskjennumeif.8310]

My brother who is 17 years old, and a carpenter lifts 100kg in 1 finger with rope. He weighs 76kg

[@mr.g5219]

@@stephanskjennumeif.8310 ...

[@naruto00nix]

@@stephanskjennumeif.8310 if you said 100 pounds, someone might have believed it ^^

[@stephanskjennumeif.8310]

@@naruto00nix i can send video proof if needed on Facebook or something. I Also lifts 60kg with ease, First try. Im a sprinter and carpenter. And Weigh 70 kg. So this is not that crazy

[@stephanskjennumeif.8310]

@@mr.g5219 i can send video proof if YOU not believe me

[@wegroovin]

The humble and kindness of both of you was very warming. We need more of this in the world🤞🏽

[@GrapplingTVBJJ]

This guy is the definition of gentle giant. So strong yet so kind and friendly. I'd love to see him make his own channel. I'd subscribe.

[@whyy1256]

Thx for being posetive about my dad :). Have a great day

[@fitnessabdul6811]

@@whyy1256 Your father is a very polite person, he really makes the atmosphere of the video light up.

[@deth3021]

Actually being big kinda forces you to be gentle. As it is much easier for you to hurt people accidentally otherwise. A small person can just hit people with all their force without having to worry ro much. Big people not so much.

[@willjohnson3855]

The fact that these guys are lifting near my body weight with one hand and making it look easy is Insane

[@lepidoptery]

climbers do have to lift their own weight (and sometimes more) with one hand, occasionally.

[@JB-ue6lf]

Don’t feel bad. They’re both professional athletes. They’re the top 1% of physically fit people.

[@toydigger]

@J B 170 kg? He may be strong but I wonder if his organs tell the same story. See him sweating all the time? The host has both strength and good cardiovascular health

[@ballsucker28]

@@toydigger yes endurance is usually not what a strongman builds for

[@ElisFidandro]

the big man's hand is too small to grasp a wide grip. The other has bigger and long fingers.

[@jiujitsustudent604]

As a submission grappler, I have rolled with all kinds of body types, and various configurations of strength and athleticism. But by far, the person with the strongest grip and arms I ever encountered was a 165 pound rock climber. It was insane how easily he could manipulate other people’s limbs, almost as though he had hydraulics in his own

[@JesseDishner]

That makes me think about Joe Rogan describing how strong a chimpanzee is. I don't know why, if you haven't seen it it's funny. The ability to be able to hold you own weight up in various postures is a true measure of strength.

[@salimmachila5736]

U mean khabib

[@daycrow8651]

@@JesseDishner it’s mainly they don’t have the same motor control to gauge strength we’d seem similarly strong in reverse

[@gm2407]

@@JesseDishner My dad used to work in a zoo in the 70s. A chimpanze decided he didn't want to be inside his enclosure for the night and just held the steel door (vertical closing think like a sash window would drop). He said the chimp held it for hours before it got board and let the door down. If you even try to hold your arm in a vertical position completely still above your head fully extended how long do you think it would take before you are tired? No weight just your arm. Always blows my mind how strong chimps can be and I have known this story since I was a little boy. I wonder if wild chimps are stronger than those in captivity as being sedentary is bad for your general health and muscle strength.

[@randomyoutubebrowser5217]

I think the body tension plays a big role as well. Static endurance too so you can resist the opponent longer than they can move against you.

[@martymorse2]

For the last 46 years I have coached athletes in Track and Field. Magnus is the first athlete I have seen who could not tell your their Personal Record in any event. I love the mutual respect these two men display. This should be required viewing for all American Pro Football players.

[@infinity8543]

Pretty sure he can tell his personal record in his field, that is climbing. I don't think climbers focus that much on the numbers of their grip strength, but they for sure wouls remember how high they climbed, or what their hardest course was.

[@martymorse2]

@@infinity8543 Excellent feedback Infinity. Thanks. Our youngest son is a climber. He is currently living and working at Yosemite. He is in heaven out there with the hiking and climbing. I doubt he could tell you his pr's in any of the lifts he does other than with his climbing and bouldering specific work. Love the problem solving aspect of rock climbing. It is so much about imagery and adapting. It will prepare him in a metaphorical way for the. rest of his life.

[@infinity8543]

@@martymorse2 That's really exciting to hear. I'm more of a trekker/hiker myself, and not that good at climbing. But I watch videos like this to awe at the very dynamic approach at climbing, which is different than almost any other sport. Some stuff looks like straight up Spiderman shit. It's really impressive to see.

[@martymorse2]

@@infinity8543 It is, and thank you. For me, a survivor of an off road motorcycle accident at the age of 21 which left me a paraplegic with a spinal cord injury. Both sons know the risk.Most of their role models as kids were world class wheelchair basketball or racing champions. My wife and I trust our younger son, the climber, to make the correct choices on the rocks. Over my 45 year career working in rehabilitation. I have seen way too many paras and quads who were hurt climbing, diving in water or in MVC accidents. Thank goodness for the Boy Scouts. Both our sons embraced hiking and living and experiencing the outdoors at an early age and they are more comfortable sleeping under the stars than in a bed. They are both safety conscious and they have taken the testosterone aspect out of their outdoor activities. All the best to you this Spring when you are able to get back out on the trails. Be safe and stay at it as long as you can. In my opinion, walking is overrated(smile,) but it sure makes life easier. Be safe.

[@TraceurDoc1]

It’s almost uncomfortable seeing two people being so supportive and kind to each other while competing! We need more of this!

[@KIURazin]

You on drugs! I did not get you?

[@TraceurDoc1]

@@KIURazin Are you on drugs? What do you not get?

[@KIURazin]

@@TraceurDoc1 Ok answer me this: What 1 × 0 = ?

[@badomen7199]

@@KIURazin 10

[@TraceurDoc1]

@@KIURazin = your childhood nickname.

[@bengallegos794]

Love the energy of this video. As a trainer it's interesting to see the strongman lifting using lower body mechanics and Magnus using a lot of shoulder/scapula retraction the fact it's so evenly matched up to this point is incredible

[@micahwhitsel3847]

I noticed that too. Fascinating to see their different techniques on the same lifts

[@mafiacityhilmy1064]

As someone with thin shoulders my back and shoulder aches when he uses shoulder movement to lift it up 🙃

[@deusacimadetudoetodos6590]

Hulk vs Spiderman!!!

[@ericastier1646]

6-2 it's not closely matched. The last bonus exercise was not a grip exercise it was diplomacy to let the big man get his honor back. Magnus is very tactful but also firm in a manly way. One can appreciate that.

[@WilcrezTheWanderer]

I'd love to see Norwegian Hulk do rock climbing. Heck, a series of him going out and trying a bunch of new stuff would honestly be pretty great.

[@wheelmg]

These two would be perfect on Discovery/Travel/etc in a buddy try it show with an educational documentary style.

[@hitradiohoth2099]

W comment

[@AwoudeX]

Imagine having to use that grip shown in this video to have to hold up 170kg (Hulk's weight) His weight to grip ratio would need such a massive improvement that he'd better off losing alot of his mass, be it muscle or fat. Not to mention that his size would be hindering him too. I'd like to see him struggle with it just for the fun of it in a similar way this video was done, but average rock climbers probably would outcompete him easily in the same way he'd outcompete them in raw weight lifting.

[@Laszlo5897]

No, if he falls down his own weight would crush him. He should stay safe in his gym 👍🏼

[@JJJR11]

He has a life ya know

[@emp100k]

Magnus is 5'9" and the Norwegian Hulk looks to be about the same height (perhaps even a bit shorter) so despite being nearly 400 lb and very strong, as far as strongmen go he's likely got some pretty small hands. Other huge strongmen who are much taller like Thor (6'9"), Brian Shaw (6'8") and Mark Felix (6'5") have incredible grip strength in part due to their massive hands.

[@JHMninja89]

Norwegian Hulk is 170cm / 5'7

[@b_rabbit435]

Magnus is 5'8 or 173 cm.

[@goodfty]

Yes height makes for a bigger frames and bigger body proportions. Good job.

[@garethbaus5471]

I hadn't actually realized that they were so short.

[@thegrandnil764]

Being small gives you a huge advantage in deadlift and bench, but disadvantages at other events. Massive hands also are disadvantageous in terms of raw power, but are great for grip implements.

[@hazonku]

I love how baffled the Norwegian Hulk was at that one finger lift and how Baffled Magnus was at his crimp. Surprises for the both of you.

[@gerwen1]

I loved that too. Looked over at him like he had a superpower. That man has never been so badly outclassed at a feat of strength, and by a guy who he clearly outstrengths in almost every way imaginable. Wholesome.

[@nathanstretch]

I appreciate that he didn't push too hard at that one out of ego and hurt himself though. He's like nope, feels like I'm going to pull my finger off, not doing that.

[@atroxic128]

this is very funny

[@FRElston]

What a fascinating comparison of the strengths and limits of these two highly specialised athletes. Thank you Magnus and Norwegian Hulk for your sportsmanship and humility and for sharing the very entertaining results with us!

[@causewaykayak]

Agreed. Sportsmanship on display here. He tries Climbing YES, but safely ok, don't want to lose him.

[@underourrock]

Amazing when two gentlemen can have the most polite and encouraging competition. Both of you are excellent in your own areas and it is clear that you both walked away with new shared insight, and it genuinely looked like you enjoyed each other's company while going through these exercises. I applaud you both.

[@soykilosmoke477]

@Jason Voorhees what makes you say that?

[@soykilosmoke477]

@Jason Voorhees he just seems awkward he also doesn’t speak English fluently as well

[@YoungerDreyfuss]

It’s really cool to see people with different strengths and abilities go head to head and having great respect for each other.

[@eaaeeeea]

I liked this interaction A LOT. Both were rooting for and cheering each other. Really seemed they were testing their limits together and not against each other :)

[@russellthorburn9297]

The Norwegian Hulk is one of those people that one instantly likes. His performance in the last challenge was AMAZING!!! I used to be a rock climber and I know how tough that challenge is. For him to be able to nearly match you on that one was inspiring. Great content!!!

[@noelburke6224]

He should challenge a plumber. They have tremendous grip power and lifting strength due to lifting boilers and cylinders and radiators plus there grip strength is tremendous from bending pipes and tightening pipes and fittings

[@apk4381]

Guy looks like he is made of marshmallow and is about two cheese burgers away from a cardiac arrest

[@pravkdey]

I want him to hug me like he's trying to get the last bit of toothpaste out haha

[@jk7140]

@@noelburke6224 I have always been curious about that - tests of functional strength, athletes competing against workers. I would love to see plumber vs rock climber in grip strength. Maybe a roofer vs a weight lifter trying a farmers walk too

[@birdwalkin]

@@apk4381 the masculine urge to look like a pile of marshmallows and deadlift 300kg

[@thebearded4427]

Huge respect for both of you! Never thought id witness the old man with the birkenstock disguised as a young man go up against a friendly giant whos pretty much two people in one height and works in a kindergarten go at it in a grip challenge. Love to see you meet and interact with all these cool people Magnus! :)

[@rayteal1300]

Wonderful example of dedication and inner strength. My family once shared a table with a gentleman from Denmark who was a massive looking weightlifter. Very intimidating. He turned out to be wonderfully kind and articulate. He was studying to be a social worker. Do not judge a book by its cover. Thank you for sharing such a friendly competition.

[@jonh284]

Every single time I watch one of Magnus’s videos (doesn’t matter how many), I still find it inspiring how humble and encouraging all parties are with each other. To me, this is how sport is meant to be. 👍👍 Edit: summed up as, “it’s a very specific strength”

[@白兎に従ってください]

Couldn't say it better. Respect Fun and Encouraging.

[@steensuder115]

Probably because there is a warranted anticipation of great performance and not just trash talking.

[@stotheh]

This was delightfully civilised!

[@tonytravels2494]

No it isn't you bigot! Sport is meant to be full of Transwoman beating on genetic females! And I haven't seen a single one of either! Sport? Pfft....

[@tonytravels2494]

@@steensuder115 Why couldn't the Strongman have been a Transwoman, I mean it's the perfect opportunity to be INCLUSIVE! So TransPHOBIC!

[@cragbum87]

Hulk mostly seems to be having a problem with friction, possibly due to sweat. Magnus, you should show him some climbing specific skin drying agents besides chalk and see how he does. A little bit of Rhino Skin Performance one or two days before could go a long way for him. I say this because I can see the chalk staying on your hands Magnus and near instantly melting away from Hulk's hands from sweat running down him forearms.

[@ThiefOfNavarre]

Just liquid chalk may do the trick. Because it's alcohol based it dries out and really adheres to your hands. I use it for heavy deadlifting so the bar doesn't slip and pinch the skin.

[@jordangreene7952]

@@ThiefOfNavarre yeah but there is always situations where you are in a location that might only allow a specific kind. Where as no one can stop you from using the rhino stuff days before hand

[@ThiefOfNavarre]

@@jordangreene7952 I can see your point.

[@oystercatcher943]

Possibly but I suspect it’s more finger strength since you could see he was used to chalking up

[@Eggey1]

No we were traning for a long time so i was warm and sweaty

[@vcuteverything]

I love the support you guys show each other rather than cut-throat competition. Also, that man is so humble for a monster.

[@53rg36]

I love how the weightlifting community is so positive. Even when directly competing against each other they always cheer one another on.

[@MaxPC-Prime]

Love how friendly you both were, Encouraging each other rather than being Too competetive

[@jaxsazerac4904]

They are both very strong, but in different ways.

[@mirandahotspring4019]

I love the way that even when Magnus betters someone, he always seems to make them feel good about it. The Hulk is truly a gentle giant and I bet the kids at the kindergarten adore him.

[@IsKaffeMocha]

@?

[@TiredofEarth]

how is he a giant? magnus is 5'7 and the norwegian hulk is shorter than magnus, so hulk is about 5'6

[@maizjsj]

@@TiredofEarth Did you not hear how much that man weights? He's bigger that you and I bunched together lmao

[@TheLastGhostLegendario]

@@TiredofEarth Bruh, being a giant doesnt mean only heigh, that man is like 2-3 people together.

[@benwolpert]

I would love to see a video of him climbing. He doesnt give excuses or get upset he cant do things so i think itd be cool to see you coach him through climbing. More than anything, its always cool to see how people react to climbing the first time. Theyre usually so amazed and instantly hooked.

[@jd32k]

You've got to remember these guys that train Gym like this train to their strengths and easily talk themselves out of their weaknesses, and get upset when they can't do them. It's just typical of weightlifters. Gove it 10 minutes cool down off camera and he'll be asking for tips Also have him speaking Norwegian and I bet he'd have been in a stronger headspace

[@gowthamgowda3216]

the man is physically too heavy to be rock climbing I think. He probably might have to be studied in a laboratory if he can rock climb at his weight lol

[@456death654]

I wOuLd lOvE tO sEe A VidEo oF hIm cLiMbInG. Bruh

[@joeoakley2185]

I used to compete in strongman until an injury a few years ago and then I found mountaineering and climbing. I've lost a lot of weight since then but I'm still 115kg and have a good amount of strength. It does help with climbing sometimes, especially on finger pockets and pinch holds. But for the most part it makes it a lot harder. Especially overhangs, crimps and actually getting into certain position can be really hard. But you can definitely climb, progress is just a lot slower

[@darrylransier7231]

@@456death654 At the end of the video he says to leave a comment if you want to see him climbing BUDDY

[@headstashmusic3897]

I love the part at 16:50 where he's trying to figure out Magnus's incredible finger muscle. Very nice guy, and he took it well.

[@darusso123]

Crazy to think how impressive the Hulks grip strength actually is. Getting within 10% of someone who in some way shape or form has been training forearm strength and grip daily for 20 years is a show of real strength despite the obvious physical differences between the two. Magnus as humble, impressive and encouraging as always! Really cool video idea 😊

[@Yoni123]

Magnus was using his other hand on his leg to help push off

[@kierankennedy6971]

And? That doesn’t take away from the grip of his other hand.

[@appa609]

the hulk trains grip strength too

[@emerald39]

Grip is heavily trained to be in strongman

[@masterchief5833]

He's also 170kg and runs a bunch of gear

[@Aithalothes]

I have nothing but respect for how impressive you two are. It would actually kill me if I attempted even the smallest, lightest exercise you both did here.

[@eeeeknine]

And thats why you will never progress. Shut up and just try it.

[@Warden_Ingo]

Same

[@rolflandale2565]

This reminded me of that Benny Hill show, with a baby toddler walking away with the dumbell weights.

[@themanwhocouldnotsleep6065]

I respectfully disagree, you would be able to do the easiest ones if you decided to set reasonable exercise goals and gradually move onto more difficult stuff.

[@christopherwyatt6064]

You that much of a wimp??i It would surprise you with the bathroom breaks how much you could do.😆😆

[@PimDiffy]

I love how they politely push each other to do better, They're not trying to show off or beat each other, just pushing their bodies to the limit

[@goldenpony822]

Some gym bros look unusually calm and self controlled...

[@d4ve19]

Just pushing *their bodies to the limit.

[@centralprocessingunit4988]

thats because they arent obsessed like gym freaks. this is a strong man and rock climber. rock climbers dont have time for obsession over the body, they are obsessed with climbing. the body is a biproduct of climbing. i wouldnt be surprised if rock climbers could always beat bodybuilders at this stuff.

[@tomryan9827]

Yeah, just two men exploring each other’s bodies

[@andreicmello]

What I really like about this is the strong man has an opportunity to be genuinely surprised by someone's strength. It's not often this guy pulls a really tough deadlift and sees someone come up and lift the same weight. Pretty cool to watch his reactions to Magnus lifting weights he's also struggling with.

[@kosviik9584]

This man is literally how I imagine fantasy dwarves. The beard, the face, the body, and a heart of gold. I would definitely want to be a kindergartener in his class!

[@JesseP.Watson]

Definitely. He'd snore really loud and grumble when you woke him up... "Come on, there's orcs coming!" "Humph. Quiet, strong arm need beauty sleep."

[@cangaroofive]

He looks like a Viking, only the helmet with horns is missing

[@Mozzarella3839]

dont forget the cowboy hat socks !!!

[@vinculaomega5283]

Kind and cuddly dwarves? That'll go in the book

[@JadenSmithEyes]

He performed wayyyyy closer to magnus's grip strength than I would have ever expected. Mad props being able to keep up

[@terraflow__bryanburdo4547]

Probably from years carrying plates with one hand.

[@lotaryguy12]

@@terraflow__bryanburdo4547 He and many strongmen (& bodybuilders too) also exercise grip, usually with grippers. If you don't strengthen your grip then that's where your deadlift will start to fail, and that's what you'll have to strengthen to get your PRs up.

[@terraflow__bryanburdo4547]

@@lotaryguy12 They do use straps for super heavy lifts...not sure about for records though.

[@yoroshikuonegaishimasu8649]

@@terraflow__bryanburdo4547 they need a strong grip so they could lift stones

[@lotaryguy12]

@@terraflow__bryanburdo4547 Well, straps help but they don't just neutralize it, they reduce the weight on the grip for a set amount (depending on the strap), but yes it's good you mentioned that, as it does slightly reduce the ceiling on how much they need to train that specific grip strength. But of course grip strength is useful for most things in strongman competitions too, and there are many other exercises where it comes in handy and that make you build it regardless of whether you want to or not.

[@Grimbur]

This was such a great watch. So fun to see the two of you in this really unusual competition. It went the way I expected, since these are really specific types of strength, so it's not super surprising a rock climber would win, but I loved how friendly and collegial you were, cheering each other on and being impressed by one anothers successes. Just the way it should be. Loved it!

[@frankiepaul9869]

But what he lifts should be relevant to his size.

[@tylerweathersby]

Very entertaining! Fantastic video as always!! It’s so good to see such sportsmanship and manners and not ego flying everywhere. As a ton of people have said it’s very enjoyable to see and be a small part of. Great energy! You two match up well I’d love to see a part 2!!

[@OlliePete]

This is why whenever Magnus grabs a ledge whilst flying through the air (like in various ninja warrior disciplines) I instantly think, "I can do that." But the truth is I can't at all and only think that way because his insanely strong grip makes it look so easy. Also, this just shows why no one should attempt free solo on that insane cliff like Magnus did. His grip kept him safe. That video was more scary to watch than any horror film. Great content.

[@arturobandini4078]

With climbing, grip endurance rather than strength is often the deciding factor between a great climber and an elite climber. Of course extraordinary grip strength is vital, but if you can maintain that exertion over the duration of the route, it quickly loses importance! 😃

[@OlliePete]

It's funny, I've never been climbing, and probably never will, but i still enjoy this content and learning all about it. That's why I love KZbin

[@arturobandini4078]

@@OlliePete providing you're physically able and variables, if you get a chance, try climbing (bouldering). It's great fun

[@GreenMountainLove]

This type of video is one of the reasons why I like your channel, Magnus. It's about interest in different strengths, style, techniques. The competitions are friendly and interesting- not about winning or beating somebody, but rather about learning, and exchanging ideas, and comparing different sports and passions. Love this channel!

[@OpinionMuch]

Indeed. This kind of competing with an adversary rather than trying to destroy an enemy, is something we need more of.

[@Hath.0]

Very Impressive. Im not sure the average person realizes how hard this is, especially at that weight. You guys make it look easy. Grip and forearm training is often overlooked as part of a work out. Alot of fun and functional workouts for grip.

[@Badkitty24]

i can barely lift my 64oz double gulp of mountain dew to my face, let alone do this stuff :D

[@solar901]

They both lifted 116kg with one hand. They are far above us mere mortals.

[@nicsears6167]

That was awesome! Very fun to watch, I am very impressed with how humble you both are, and the sportsmanship is very supportive on both sides.

[@moosehead4497]

What I've noticed being a climber myself, about grip strength, it's not so much how strong you are when you are fresh but how long you can last and still be able to grip. When i first started climbing, my hands would no longer work after only 15 -30 minutes, then when I came back I might last another 5 minites, then another 15, then an hour. I wouldn't notice my actual strength increasing that much, but I would notice that I could keep climbing for longer. This is clear example they both are on equal ground at first but by the 3rd exercise, big man hands just stop working while the climbers continue to work. And it's not simply that the muscle get stronger and have better endurance, but with learning proper technique you also learn to conserve energy so you don't wear out your muscles too fast. Climber knew this going in while the big guy wasted a ton of energy just trying to learn the thumb technique, by the time he figured it out his muscles were gone

[@aster2790]

I don't think it's primarily because of the training Like it's obvious that someone who is 170kg will get tired much faster than someone with 100kg less muscles

[@Pro720HyperMaster720]

@@aster2790 I mean, he wasn’t using them, opening and closing a hand doesn’t get you overall tired just because you have more muscular mass in the rest of the body, I think OP is right

[@WackMaDino]

@@Pro720HyperMaster720 bit of both i suspect, but the endurance that comes with climbing definitely plays a bigger role for sure

[@thenumber27issomehowtaken]

@@aster2790 maybe, but the fact is they way 170 and 70 is that they trained for different things

[@plack_benis382]

Thats endurance muscle vs. explosive muscle. You get what you train for. Long sessions of training work the ligaments and small muscles more giving you more endurance. Im not a rock climber, but doing years of construction has given me a similar type of endurance with my grip

[@funkyjohnhuie]

As much as I'm so impressed by their incredible grip strength... how many of us were more distracted by worrying about them dropping the weights right onto their socks and feet!?!? 😳😂

[@DantewarheitAO]

yeah that made me incredibly nervous...

[@jordanphilipperris]

I sure was😦

[@cesarg4328]

Every single time.

[@Grafights]

It's all I could think about! I had to stop watching!

[@jasonmahar-gf9pk]

Ohh man. True story!

[@anonymousaccordionist3326]

If there is a way to see him attempt climbing I would love to see it, but only if he can do it safely, because he is an absolute treasure of a man and I don't want anything to happen to him. You two were so great with motivating and supporting one another all throughout this challenge.

[@DoTheFlopp]

@a bot

[@kingcrimson234]

He probably wouldn't do so well. He has less grip strength, but has to hold up a MUCH heavier body.

[@MineTheSkyrimDimonds]

@@kingcrimson234 But it would be a boulder going up a boulder, a magical sight

[@treetopmanfit6314]

It reminds me of Sylvester Stallone in the movie Cliff Hanger; the wrong build to be a rock climber. Now Im 69 and can lift a 28KG dumbbell with my pinkie finger of my right hand. How about?

[@taliesine.8343]

@@kingcrimson234Brian shaw was surprisingly good at climbing. Like actually much better than any first timer really. This amount of strength can brute force you through many routes. Though they did try to look for routes where he could use more of his strength. Must be hard on the body though to climb with that much weight.

[@Arnsteel634]

Really respect the professionalism between you two and how open the big guy to learning. Good show you two. Very educational

[@Ekonnahn]

The thing I like the most is how encouraging they are to each other. That is the sign of true sportsmen who don't truly compete against each other as much as challenge themselves. I have great respect for these two.

[@OriginalPuro]

To challenge yourself you have to challenge others so they improve, otherwise you have nothing to try to beat.

[@Ekonnahn]

@@OriginalPuro That's not necessarily true. You attempt something and that sets a benchmark. Now you work to raise your benchmark. You are therefore challenging yourself to do better than before. There are many factors you can target, be it quantity, duration, speed, etc. You don't have to push anyone else to push yourself.

[@jamesbarnes7802]

The respect these two show each other is the best part of this video. The competition between them is great

[@chefmadewoodwork]

Wow, this is so incredibly cool to see 2 athletes, who are so specialized, compete and respect each other in their own regard. Well done lads 🤙🏻

[@DontYaKnowProd]

Im a huge strongman fan and am blown away by how competitive this was. That halfgrip test was wild

[@matthewwain9958]

I just love how he is continually going to so many disciplines of sport/fitness/training and doing comparisons, and trying them out etc. All whilst being completely respectful, and learning something every time. What a wonderful journey to be on.

[@ChuckFickens1972]

Love the fact that as the video went on the Norwegian Hulk was looking at Magnus more and more like "who is this monster, how is he doing this" Also he seemed like a really nice guy.

[@perperson199]

✊very true

[@anoniem7062]

I'd love to see the Norwegian Hulk watch climbing. He's massive, but so is his strength. Loved to see how humble he is, too. He's massive, so you'd somehow expect a more aggressive person. But he's not, he's so unbelievable kind and nice. Great to watch!

[@Fishstories1]

I sort of knew that Magnus was going to be the stronger one for grip, but, I was rooting for the big guy for sure. This was really fun to watch! 2 incredibly strong athletes putting ego aside and had a good friendly competition. Three cheers for you guys!

[@ТуркаганАзиахан]

Магнус Карлсен им присунет калибр Магнум

[@matheuscunha6476]

Its so wholesome the way they both interact. Great sportsmanship and a true exemple for all athletes!

[@dhochee]

Yes, I absolutely want to see that guy climbing. Make it happen! This was super fun and I love the demeanor of you two.

[@camsy83]

Magnus might need a bit of help belaying though 😂

[@jerm2332]

I’d be a little afraid for him falling in his weight range. That’s a lot on your body, even if you’re constantly trying to take pressure off your knees by rolling or collapsing.

[@jantimmerby]

@@jerm2332 It can be prevented with a safety line and about 20 men to hold it 😂

[@Opsity]

Honestly, no. That would hardly be entertaining, he wouldn't get far. I'm sure there are more fitting things they could do, like having Magnus try strongman stuff

[@beardedzeus1337]

Yeah I don't see that happening. Rock climbing for someone of his weight class would be insanely brutal, not only on his body but on the equipment as well. It'd be more feasible to get Magnus into Strongman stuff.

[@tuliogoiss]

It's admirable to see two different categories challenging each other and each understanding the strengths and weaknesses of each sport.

[@khanali0]

What weakness you seen here

[@uuave]

@@khanali0 each sport has its advantages rock climbing is extremely grip focused weight lifting is all around if this competition was weight lifting focused the weightlifter would win 👍🏽

[@cowfreezy]

the fact he was continuously impressed with your lifts shows how humble the man is and that he can appreciate a different kind of strength.

[@armaslohemadu]

16:47 i love his bewildered look. its like the "but steel is heavier than feathers" moment. really shows the range of human ability in terms of adapting to a specific skill seeming kinda superhuman

[@UnhingedTravels]

Nice analogy :)

[@t.e.r.sven2.0vs.daskaltest59]

I don't know why, but watching this was very calming down and relaxing for me. Two man competing in a fair, respectful way coming from different backgrounds. You gave me a little bit inner peace with that!

[@corvilocke1920]

Its so funny to watch the floor get progressively more and more covered with chalk. I'd love to see you guys climb together!

[@juniorelizondo4144]

Cool how you guys can barely communicate but still had great chemistry. I like how you guys were encouraging each other too. Good shit.

[@HansenFT]

Barely communicate..? They are both norwegian. And both speak English as most do here..

[@juniorelizondo4144]

@@HansenFT the big guy barely speaks English bud but okay.

[@evloh]

I love so much about this. 1) How they just cheer for each other and respect each other like true competitors, 2) how it shows how unique we all are as humans... I was able to top both of them pretty easily on the second test, but my hands can circle the rod with my thumb on top so it isn't even that hard to grip for a 6'2 240lb dude with hands 11 inches wide... but then they do the 4th grip test which I couldn't even do a third what they were doing, not to mention the strong man is benching 500lbs lol... i'd die if I tried that! 3) how crazy is it that Magnus is competing with someone basically twice his size and weight, his grip strength is legendary. They found a perfect guy for him to compete with in both personality and size... awesome video.

[@wheelmg]

I absolutely love this! No egos, just two guys trying new things. You can really tell how impressed these guys are of each others abilities. We need more of this from men in America. Drop the toxic bs and just enjoy life, don't be resentful of someone else's abilities, be willing to learn and be thankful. Great vid!

[@Fzzt2]

-🤓

[@dremcaponera4411]

@@Fzzt2 -🤡

[@dkitt-1]

Magnus. As a guy who could lift a lot of weights in my day, I enjoyed this video. There is nothing more humbling than having a pip squeek like you "out strength" someone 200 lbs heavier and who is a power lifting specialist. 😀 and to top it off, you did it with your shirt on! In all seriousness, the Norwegian Hulk was such a good sport inasmuch as he had nothing to gain coming on your channel other than exposure with the #1 youtuber. I have a ton of respect for that dude, but I'm not sure climbing is for him.

[@PrettyGazi]

Wtf are you even talking about? No one is asking him to climb the challenge is grip test not climbing

[@autismoid]

@@PrettyGazi nah bro wtf are YOU even talking about lmfaooo

[@aspzx]

@@PrettyGazi Magnus asked at the end of the video if we wanted to see him climb we should comment on the video.

[@dkitt-1]

@@PrettyGazi you serious? watch the whole video before you comment.

[@sbs2047]

I'm impressed, not as much by the display of strength as by the humility and no-bs attitude of both the very likeable gentlemen. Well done to both.

[@christopherwelsh7008]

Back in the early 90's(?) I watched Bill Kazmeir do the one finger lift of 525lbs. outside his gym in Auburn AL. That's about 238 Kilos. Instead of a nylon strap, he lifted it by a steel loop- like an eye-bolt. He said he would either set the record or lose a finger. He kept his finger. The plaque for the Norwegian current record holder says 282.16 Kilos, which is over 620 lbs. Just astonishing. Really enjoyed this video- Two very impressive men.

[@fredg.sanford634]

Bill Kazmaier was my idol back when I first started Powerlifting in the late 70s. If not for that awful pec injury he suffered, he would have easily ended up benching well over 700lbs without a bench shirt. I met him in 2003, and he was still a beast.

[@mTealeaf]

I really love these collab videos. Your climbing videos are of course legendary, but the collab vids are always so fun and wholesome.

[@esoterikizm]

I love the camaraderie Mangus and all his guests have with each other. Never egotistical. Competitive but always supportive and encouraging. So wonderful

[@Mr96Frank]

Mangus

[@WarmVoice]

Awesome video. It's great to see two down-to-earth athletes test their abilities in such a friendly showcase of technique and strength.

[@FunkYoLifeUp]

the comradery of this exercise is refreshing. Guys trying to best the other yet encouraging each other and admitting fairness. top notch. The world needs more of this.

[@TheQuietCheetah]

This is so wholesome and great. I admire athletes of different sports be so open to try things together and be so supportive 🙂

[@q4sbgf9kfgrd6]

I love how humble both of these guys are. We could learn a lot from that

[@crebellum1]

I love how friendly and encouraging you guys ere to each other. Very respectful. Nice...

[@baalmoloch4933]

I love that even though this was a competition, every lift you were encouraging and genuinely supporting each other

[@chaosevolution]

The Norwegian Hulk is so friendly. What a great role model for this kids!

[@dourden77]

I love how the two of them encourage each other. This is respect.

[@nicks2002]

They are such great guys to each other, but I love how the Hulk tries with his weaker hand first. You can visibly see his technique improve through the grips

[@TysoniusRex]

This was such an incredibly fun video! I've not lifted with a partner for decades and had forgotten how much fun it was to egg each other on, especially when they feel like they're hitting their limit. Both of you are great guys and yes, if you think he has the necessary skills, I'd love to see the Norwegian Hulk climb!

[@Severalangrybees]

I'm so impressed with this dude's physique. I don't know how you could possibly pack more muscle onto one frame

[@mman6283]

Oh you can

[@Severalangrybees]

@@mman6283 for sure, I just can't imagine it.

[@lawsong6663]

yeah hes not that tall

[@pwnmeisterage]

He has so much muscle that he can tear himself apart at full exertion if he's not careful.

[@manawa3832]

Muscle is a poor actuator for strength. 96% of the work is done by neurological voltage shot out by your cortex's sodium channels. Muscles are just easier to build and thus a better indicator. Chimps for example have less muscle mass but can rip your limbs clean off simply because their brain shoots out 4 times more electricity to power their already dense fast twitch muscles.

[@joshdudeguy2830]

You're both so humble and kind in competition. Massive respect. :)

[@ColeckZz]

He seems like a very easy going, friendly guy! I would love to see more content with him, Magnus

[@molomono9481]

The Norwegian hulks crimp strength is insane, im honestly blown away by those numbers. Im not sure its so clear to him hust how incredible of a feat that was.

[@fane7965]

I would love to see The Norwegian Hulk climb! You never disappoint Magnus!

[@loganbaird1200]

You guys are so humble and supportive of each other, I love it!

[@danieljacobsen888]

Perfect examples in the beginning. You make good videos man, i watch this and i'm not even a climber.