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“He Is Descended From Men That Rowed Boats Into War”: Hafthor Bjornsson Shattering Rowing Machine at the Gym Reminds Fans of His Warrior Lineage

Published 01/06/2023, 6:30 AM EST

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Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson, best known for his titular part in the series Game of Thrones, is a man of versatile talent. Standing tall at 6’9, he once hailed the title of ‘World’s Strongest Man.’ Living his life in the picturesque Icelandic mountain, the strongman this time did not just break the internet but also the machine that he was working on. His insane workout did not just remind fans of his inhuman strength but also reminded them of his lineage.

Earlier today, the former basketball player Hafthor Bjornsson posted a short video clip on his Instagram profile. In the shared clip, he was spotted using the rowing machine. But what followed next compelled fans to remark, “He is descended from men that rowed boats into war.” So, what prompted the fans to say so? Let’s find out. 

Hafthor Bjornsson left his Instagram fans in utter shock

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As Hafthor continued with his regular gym day, he left his friends and fans in shock as he broke the rowing machine like he squished Oberyn Martell’s head in GOT. Weighing around 335 lbs, the strongman gave his fans a sneak peek into what his insane strength can do.

As he broke the machine apart, the fans could not help but remark, “That’s because it’s made for humans, man!😂👏” While many of the fans were impressed by his way “of getting out of cardio” others advised him to get “something more befitting your size and strength.” While they encouraged him to try “chains with Clydesdale horses on the other end?” many went hysteric seeing his inhuman strength.

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Hafthor’s strength reminded the fans of his rich legacy. As one user wrote, “Guys got generations of giant Viking rower” the others wonder how it would be for the Vikings to come back and start with the workout. “It’s the DNA,” as a user pointed out; others felt sorry for the “poor machine.” For Hafthor, it’s not just his working out regime that holds the secret of his strength; his diet also plays a crucial part.

The secret to Hafthor’s impeccable body 

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As the TV star shifted his focus from the basketball court to the gym, he also started taking special diet notes. Over the recent years, he laid more emphasis on his diet and stressed more about being athletic rather than big. Following a six-course meal, he starts his day with a heavy breakfast. With six eggs, six bacon pieces, and a humongous bowl of oatmeal, his morning meal is filled with protein and essential carbs.

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After taking his vitamin pills after every meal, the Icelandic strongman works out heavily in the gym. A glimpse that the fans have already seen! Being particular about his diet and workout plans, Hafthor makes sure to give out the best. He does everything in style, as fans rightly put the “Viking style.”

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So, what do you think? Do you believe Hafthor should devise alternate ways to work out, or is it the right way? Feel free to express your thoughts in the comments section.

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Mubhaswara Ahamed

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Mubhaswara Ahamed is currently working as a US Sports Author for Essentially Sports. She completed her Grad degree in English Literature from Calcutta University. Mubhaswara was introduced to the world of sports by her father.
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Simar Singh Wadhwa