Meet the modern day Hercules: 24st muscle-bound bloke is stupidly strong

THIS is the Persian Hercules – a huge weightlifter from Iran who is astounding social media with his sheer physical size.

WOW: This modern day Hercules can lift more than he weighs

Sajad Gharibi, 24, is said to weigh almost 24 and a half stone of pretty much all muscle.

Sajad has a following of over 59,000 followers on Instagram where he posts photos of his day to day life, as well as doing what he does best - weightlifting.

The enormous man can lift up to 175kgs (386 lbs), which is more than he weighs. 

SHOCKING: This bloke is a hit on Instagram with over 59,000 followers

POWER: The weightlifter is said to weigh almost 24st of pretty much muscle

He takes part in the powerlifting category of competitions.

He has also participated in bodybuilding competitions representing his country.

The man is pictured in various images showing his huge frame and bulging muscles, which have earned him the name of Hulk or Hercules.

Since getting gaining a following on his social media accounts, the Persian Hercules has quickly become an internet sensation as netizens express their amazement at his impressive build.

In his free time, he also likes to take pictures with objects that look smaller when held next to him.

However those who know him assure that despite his grizzly appearance, Sajad has a big heart and is a gentle giant.

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