The Progression

/ pete.rubish

[@johnyutah9542]

Who would've thought that kid deadliftin in his basement infront of tumble dryers would end up being one of the greatest deadlifters of all time.

[@4TRANC3]

That's where it all begins.

[@Matt_Lifts]

Tren is the bomb lol

[@olayinkaanifowose5099]

jump on tren and lets see you pull 920.

[@sfgox10]

***one of the greatest roided deadlifters of all time*** It's fine, just as long as that distinction is made.

[@thebolbiggity]

All the steroids in the world won't let your bitch ass deadlift that much

[@retiredshitposter1062]

your progressions been unreal. I remember a couple years back when you were injured and plateauing for a long time, everyone on bb forums were talking shit saying you'd never pull any higher and you weren't an elite lifter. I love it when shit talkers have to eat crow.

[@jeffreyrubish347]

That really brings back the memories.Taking the vids, scared for the floor, lol. I think that dropped 600+# started the crater. Oh well, it's fixed now. Great summary of the last several years. I hadn't watched those early ones in a while. Nice to turn back the clock.

[@geralln]

Puts more weight, lift becomes easier. Petes logic.

[@FitnessFAQs]

goosebumps

[@malaydubey4613]

aye yoo

[@R4Mp4g3sv]

The scariest thing is that 920 looks easiest out of all these pulls :D

[@iLubembz]

Exactly. I'm pretty sure he has a grand in him. Will probably hit it in before he's 30.

[@R4Mp4g3sv]

If he goes up to 275 weight class he'll have it soon.

[@sankethavoc]

his technique has changed very much all along

[@NetherPrime]

Na not at his current bodyweight. Although it isn't exactly that difficult to put on weight unless you're like 300+ and then you're practically working to gain weight.

[@iLubembz]

+NetherPrime He'll get a grand at 275 max

[@enricogarro5884]

550-600 pounds deadlift as a teenager and natty. Drugs are nothing without Amazing genetic

[@rockstarsmg3632]

Well said my man

[@woozbekistan6847]

and effort

[@viktorbraa]

The progression of video cameras u say?!

[@PissTrooper]

was gonna comment this lmao

[@MrSyndiCraft]

Went from a nokia to a like a canon 600d

[@lolofoshow92]

hands down my favorite powerlifter. nobody motivates me like Pete does.

[@Apemanstrong]

This video is so great.

[@frankjackson655]

Here's a compilation of reactions: 0:29 1:24 1:48 2:23 2:33 2:51 4:12 4:25 4:43 5:11

[@michaelbolen2118]

Love the early clips of him in the basement. This video montage is like watching a rocky movie - pure motivation

[@miqqe93]

almost forgot to watch this today

[@TheWowzz]

How COULD you?!

[@nickryan2734]

Still watch this before every heavy deadlift session. Absolute chills

[@Hittdogg17]

anyone else notice he didn't use a belt until he broke 700lbs... 710 "beltless" is fricken insane.. when it all goes down Mr Rubish WILL own all the records

[@BigD751]

I've always loved Pete. The intensity is so inspiring. Always celebrating at the top of his lift. Very motivating!

[@PlutoTheGod]

700 likes 0 dislikes, first time I've ever seen a ratio that good

[@Christian-vq8rd]

+Zharoon Zharoon It is, but I don't understand why anybody would give a thumbs down. It should be 2200 to 0.

[@Christian-vq8rd]

+Zharoon Zharoon I know. People could also end up here on accident and think, "this guy's way too much...". Most likely it's people who just don't like seeing videos with high likes and zero dislikes. I'm just saying that anybody who lifts and/or likes Pete would live this video.

[@Christian-vq8rd]

+Christian 78 *like

[@bobdole7292]

i disliked because of ur comment

[@Christian-vq8rd]

+bob dole lol

[@iiNeedSkins]

Been watching since the basement days! Can't wait to see that 1005!

[@PATRICKMARCUCCI]

This is my standard pre deadlift video. Epic. Thanks for putting this compilation together Pete! Glad to see you're doing really well nowadays with life and lifting!

[@slaughtered9090]

I gotta say man you are a fucking champion. Your attitude and perseverance is just so inspirational. Glad people like you exist.

[@CharleyGBrown]

You put so much passion into this, it gives me sweats and I feel adrenaline rushing just from watching you and wanting you to make the lifts haha

[@3aeren]

tren sweats by ant chance?

[@CharleyGBrown]

VeganGains' Black Dad nah all natty here though

[@3aeren]

Charley Complice :)

[@Druid51]

It's good to see you didn't quit in that period between 815 and 825x2. Multi year plateus are a bitch but once you get past them nothing seems impossible. also that 800 pull with the Lilliebridges and Hickson is still my all time favorite deadlift.

[@mikedeek]

Wish dates were included would have loved to see the timeline

[@ryanturner8577]

Good to step back and look at the progress over time like this. Makes all the work/pain/injury worth it to achieve what you set out for. Good shit man.

[@texasgladiator76]

intensity personified. Greatest motivation in lifting I've ever had man, following you since 2012. You're truly one of the greatest lifters of all time. I can't wait to see you pull 1000+lbs.

[@knucklechukka]

bro, I've watched your lifts since the basement. hat off to your dedication and determination

[@phisyka]

God damn Pete, I've been watching your videos since the basement days. You're super inspiring and motivating. Keep up the hard work. I've been wanting to hit 5 plates for 5 reps for a while now and I think this video has helped me break that mental block.

[@respectedmastermind]

That switch to lost in the echo is so hype

[@Glutespecialist]

non negotiable!

[@GuillaumeVerdonA]

Now that's grit right there. With insane work and dedication comes success. Truly inspirational man

[@PowerShack_MisFitness]

EASILY The most awe inspiring and Motivating Deadlift video of ALL TIME. I swear everytime I watch this I just wanna go RIP shit off the floor!!!! Big Love & respect, Thanks for sharing your awesome journey Pete.

[@iLubembz]

Its been a pleasure to watch man

[@maseay91]

Pete great video. By far my favorite powerlifter!

[@cdcavemanfan]

this is so awesome pete I remember watching you when you were back in the basement and that shit used to get me so hype but your obviously stronger and more under control now, crazy progress!

[@scottiemackrell3472]

His energy in infectious such an inspiration!!

[@ManyEvy123]

nice to see you started off human lol (even though 550 @193 is still really impressive)

[@chandlercaudill5489]

He was very young at the time too

[@ManyEvy123]

+Chandler Caudill do you know how old? lol i'm at the same weight lifting 500. I wanna know if he was younger than me back then

[@chandlercaudill5489]

+ManyEvy123 Pretty sure he was 16 or 17

[@ManyEvy123]

+Chandler Caudill wow... okay yea, i'm 19

[@chandlercaudill5489]

+ManyEvy123 That's still young man, you've got plenty of time. This is a marathon sport.

[@robertkinnamen6633]

Awesome stuff! So happy to have seen Pete progress through the last few years

[@maxandkale1795]

Awesome video man, thoroughly enjoyed that!! Pure inspiration and motivation, God Bless!!

[@_Nickstein]

Loved watching this! Fired me up big time! Good luck at your upcoming meet man, you're gonna kill it!

[@Hollowpointtrilla]

Pete this is the best pre workout video ever fucking made. Thank you bro

[@justinhottle3799]

crazy, I just came across a video of a lift of like 900+ yesterday. wasnt really looking for lifting videos, just ended up there as I was indulging on my youtube addiction. then I just seen this, awesome to make it to where you have. congrats.

[@wallyycc2392]

This video hit all of us in the feels, huge inspiration brother, can't wait to see your performance at Boss of Bosses

[@kruxy404]

that 710 is the favorite, killing it Pete, keep it up

[@Jinchiku]

Washer dryer clips just never get old. I'm fucking pumped now.

[@garageworkouts1]

I think iv'e seen all these clips over the past 3.5 years.Been cool watching this journey.Looking forward to seeing the next 3 years..

[@jacekwaasiewicz716]

i wish you best success Pete, youre a real warrior

[@MatteoFitness]

When the progression starts at 550lbs.....lol w0t m8

[@ridgereid7237]

Pete your fucking awesome, keep killing it. Smash this upcoming meet! I wish i videoed/documented my progress over the years like you.

[@LordFoopa]

I love his reaction to the last pull in his meet, it gets me so hyped to deadlift in my upcoming meet

[@TheMrKapler]

Awesome video Pete. Cool to watch and love the intensity even though it's funny at the same time it's also bad ass lol

[@CanadianPrepper]

Crazy, much respect!

[@willwillisproductions159]

What are you doing here man

[@eZaFJDUBB]

the definition of savage grip and rip zero fucks given style in the early clips

[@nicolasdidio4027]

I believe Pete will muster a 2000lb total this weekend ! He deserves it after his plateaus injuries and setbacks , came on real strong this year I've been following from the washer dryer days. LETS FUCKING GO PETE !

[@redleader6186]

Basement Pete is best Pete. Representing for all my washers and dryers.

[@BWC-ui6we]

Motivation at it's finest.....absolute BEAST!!

[@TheSmokeMMA]

My new favorite video love it brother can't wait to see you continue to grow!

[@dylanbergfitness2971]

Hows it going pete, I was just wondering, how much did you deadlift before you hopped on any performance enhancing drugs? Like what was your max deadlift before hopping on gear. I am deadlifting 615lbs at 180lbs bodyweight and I am having a hard time increasing it lol. Just wondering if 700lbs is in my future at 180lbs naturally

[@royraige4737]

he said around 710-750. and search up kbooey on instagram. deadlifts over 660 at 180 naturally in the ipf

[@dylanbergfitness2971]

roy raige ya kevin booey I have seen his deadlifts on youtube, great deadlifter

[@mikedevyatov3213]

roy raige Pete is a goddamn freak of nature 700+ lb deadlift naturally and he probably wasn’t even 20 when he hit that. Simply fucking insane

[@achesandgains5048]

Dude, I for real watch this like once a week

[@ToosTraining]

Absolute savage. Fkn dedication right here.

[@teddylilley]

Greatest video ever!! Thanks for sharing. Shows you were human in the beginning. The Reverse Samson. As the hair got shorter the weights got bigger. You’ve inspired so many.

[@HIYAharry]

love how pumped you get when you hit the lift

[@kelvint6195]

You're a straight beast. Inspiring man.

[@kenjiloy4956]

You inspired me since day 1...I would never had lifted heavier weights for deadlift without watching your videos

[@MegaHeavylifter]

Been subed for 4 years, can honestly say you lift with the most HEART out of any of todays lifters. Congrats!!!!

[@mr.maverick700]

Big motivation Pete, God Bless

[@jedrickgonzales4388]

You have so much aggression it's making me pumped! Holy shit!

[@larrymasterspowerbuildingc4477]

Pete very strong man... very strong. Like how he has elevated his game... inner beast is all there, but controlled... violent and silent... LONG LIVE PETE "PR" RUBISH!!!!!!!!!!

[@Mani_Matter]

This video deserves much more viewers

[@chadlikens6304]

Pete you are crazy dude. it's like the stronger you get the faster you progress

[@CenturianEagle]

chad likens pretty damn awesome, sometimes though technique can increase which will allow people to lift successfully for a longer period before getting injured which of course puts you back again, also, muscle and strength increase better when form is better, for instance, and not to compare myself to rubish at all here lol but as an example, when I used to bench, it would go up sooooo slowly, then I started retracting my scapula and felt the tension much more on my chest as opposed to just delting the fuck out of it. My bench has still been steadily increasing, however, we both know that his steady progression is also aided by some stronggg performance enhancers, but who cares, he’s performing amazingly heavy lifts, I don’t care if other people take em, has nothing to do with me. I’m only letting you know my position on that matter cuz I don’t want you thinking I was criticizing that aspect of his progress- which I’m totally not.

[@Liverpool67890]

You must be so proud of yourself mate! One of the very few things in life you can achieve & be able to say " it was all me, i did that by myself, my hard work, dedication, blood, sweat & tears " Congrats bro Big & well earned respect

[@dizzledd]

Love this video 🤘 Can Not believe it's not a million views.

[@aidaninsua]

I love how his first recorded deadlift is still 50 lbs higher than my max😂

[@dizzledd]

Awesome compilation. Big fan. Go west like a Boss playah.

[@BeastinFitness]

FUUUARRRKKKKKKK, straight beast. Forever mirin'

[@Jerzee609]

You are so inspiring. Never change Rubish, never change.

[@consistent1swin337]

Awesome shit Pete!! I hope you break all the records you can man cause you deserve it.

[@ElanTV1]

crazy how 920 was the smoothest lift of all in this vid ! congrats pete !

[@1963pickup1]

I love after every lift he is just fuckin happy, and he just keeps lifting more and more and more. never satisfied. he is a bad ass dude.

[@HKR1972]

Watched it from the start years ago, keeps amazing us all.

[@eymrdca8319]

Hey Pete, can you do a video describing your deadlift programming? I'm predicting a 950-975 pull in the cage 2017! Can't wait!!!

[@Izey22]

fuck yeah one of the best pound for pound lifter. Pulling 920 so fucking smooth... insane. Stay healthy man and all the best

[@jefferylord3068]

this guy got no quit in him!!! something so epic about those videos deadlifting in front of washer and dryer.

[@tipsmcgee1657]

Pete, track list (or some of them)....?

[@luisglz7432]

finally u r back! we missed you bro! keep it hard 1000 soon

[@CosmicButtBear]

Loved it. Congratulations Pete.

[@Sera-vt3zq]

880 and 920 were so smooth! That's mastery right there!

[@braydonmontgomery5449]

Dude, you could set a new world record if you keep this up, your doing way better than great, keep up the great hardwork, you can do it I believe in you

[@JelaniZarathustra]

I still use these to fuel me. LEGENDARY!

[@Vampunz]

Very inspiring brother. Thanks for sharing this.

[@MrScsboy]

Best vid on the KZbins. Good job Pete!

[@Ultra504]

Been watching you for a long fucking time - so happy to see you deadlift 920 pounds. Fucking unreal bro against ALL odds.

[@pkimx001]

all kinds of snap back action. ALLL KINDDSSSSS

[@fredhorwath6131]

King of the deadlift right here.

[@WeldersOnly]

You the man Pete! I watch your videos before doing dead lifts to get me pumped up, though I can only do like half the weight you can. Have you ever had a bar snap on you? Seems like it could happen with a shitty bar with the weight your doing.

[@miqqe93]

You are my hero man!

[@eddyngaue6495]

Great display of strength.

[@shoryuken0x]

Love his fckn determination!!!!!! Pete the rubeast

[@testmate6681]

I find this really motivating.

[@PistolPeteLee]

This is crazy inspiring, dude.

[@ryanwolf6174]

Awesome vid man! Insane progress

[@clintcarter]

4 years later still got love for the Rubes.