Ivan Makarov (strongman)
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| Nationality | Ukraine | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Born | 28 June 1991 | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Occupation | Strongman | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 5 ft 11.5 in (1.82 m) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 153 kg (337 lb) | |||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Ivan Makarov (born 28 June 1991) is a Ukrainian born Russian and Georgian Strongman[1] and a specialist in the deadlift. He is often regarded as one of the best deadlifters in the world.[2]
Early life and career
Born in Donetsk, Ukraine, Makarov suffered from kidney issues during his childhood but managed to defy doctor's predictions and started lifting heavy weights by the age of sixteen.[2] After powerlifting[3] and performing as a circus strongman, Makarov entered 2016 Strongman Team Open Challenge.
In 2017 Makarov was invited to the Strongman Champions League and rose to prominence through more international competitions such as Siberian Power Show, Giants Live, Marijampolė International and Central European Strongman Cup.[1]
Deadlift
Makarov is a two time Giants Live World Deadlift Champion winning outright in 2021 and sharing it in 2024. He has deadlifted 1,000 lb or more the second highest number of times only behind Hafþór Júlíus Björnsson. Makarov attempted to break the all-time deadlift world record multiple times (once when it was held by former record holder Eddie Hall in 2019 and four more times when it was held by the current record holder Björnsson between 2020 and 2024) but was not successful in any of the attempts.[2]
Makarov's best deadlift of 483 kg (1,065 lb) achieved at 2022 Eisenhart Black Deadlift Championships was the third heaviest lift at its time after Björnsson and Hall, and to this date remains the fourth heaviest.[4]
Personal records
During competitions:
- Equipped Deadlift (with straps) – 483 kg (1,065 lb) (2022 Eisenhart Black Deadlift Championships)
- → Makarov's next best lifts include 480 kg (1,058 lb) at 2021 WRPF World Championships, 475 kg (1,047 lb) at 2021 World Deadlift Championships and 470 kg (1,036 lb) each at 2019 Geraklion Record Breakers and 2024 World Deadlift Championships.
- Raw Deadlift – 405 kg (893 lb) (2017 WRPF Pro World Championships)
- Log press – 190 kg (419 lb)
- Axle press – 150 kg (331 lb) x 4 reps
During training:
- Equipped Deadlift (with straps) – 490 kg (1,080 lb)
- Barbell strict press – 205 kg (452 lb)
References
- ^ a b "Ivan Makarov". Strongman Archives. 6 August 2022. Retrieved 24 May 2025.
- ^ a b c C. Fred (22 March 2023). "Ivan Makarov". Giants Live. Retrieved 24 May 2025.
- ^ Edward Honaker and Richard Buckland (4 October 2018). "Ivan Makarov #3 (M)". www.openpowerlifting.org. Retrieved 24 May 2025.
- ^ "IVAN MAKAROV". Conny Ekholm for Strength Results. 1 August 2021. Retrieved 24 May 2025.