Here’s Why Hafthor Björnsson’s Strength Coach Doesn’t Deadlift Anymore

Australian Strength Coach Sebastian Oreb is the coach behind 2018 World’s Strongest Man (WSM) Hafthor Björnsson’s 501-kilogram all-time deadlift world record. In April 2025, Oreb dropped 20 years’ worth of muscle-building gems during a leg workout. Oreb’s squat-focused training cycles are clear-cut. I squat twice weekly and use deadlifts as an accessory. —Sebastian Oreb Oreb emphasized fatigue management, prioritizing squats followed…

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