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If you haven't trained at least a solid year in weightlifting then don't even bother with your stupid comments. to put 200kg above your head is a serious achievement in itself, let alone 210, 220, 230 and so on. everyone comes here comparing these guys to klokov and ilya as if they're even supposed to compare... No fucking shit they don't compare. those guys are the very elite level, the best of the best and have been training in the sport since they were children. You don't have to be the very best to be impressive.
The cal strength team is killing it, well done to Wes for that ridiculous total. I believe he's natty as well, too bad the international competition won't be or he would be world class
I don't know why people hate on this. It's an insane achievement and it's just beautiful how much fun they have and how much of a community they seem to be. First thing people come up with is comparisons. I don't know why that's a thing nowadays. And the cringy part is that people always come up with either Clarence or Klokov. As far as I know Lu Xiaojun snatches 177kg in a competition in the 77kg class.
Garret Greiner Ya it is very impressive, however, thats the bad thing with "unofficial" records. Heaviest total an American 105kg weightlifter has lifted ever... ya probably because he ain't 105kg.
TheFonz808 haha I weigh 107kg right now big guy. I'll hold this weight until day before competing and then an easy water cut. The heaviest I got all year was probably around 110. I try to train around my competing weight so I don't have to acclimate to a big cut or lose any strength as I prepare.
Wes Kitts 105kg or not that is still very impressive that you can stay within 5kg of your comp weight and still make hella gains going into your comp. I wish I knew your nutrition protocols because I'm the type of guy that would put on almost 10kg of pizza and oreo weight just to put maybe 20kg to my total, then water cut to 105kg, just to lose almost those gains I made. No hate from me only much love bro!
and the outfit changes... but in all seriousness, this is incredible and gets me fired up to weightlift and more importantly for the future of American weightlifting.
Bashar Khaddage ugh I hate on every weightlifting vid people compare to Clarence. Clarence is a phenomenal athlete but a) it's not necessary to compare him to everyone, b) he hates it himself when ppl use him as a comparison c) Clarence has more or less confirmed he is on drugs. while it is likely wes is, it's not confirmed and even if he is it's def not on the level of Clarence bc Clarence doesn't have to worry about year round testing (since he doesn't compete)
lol anyone who thinks clarence is in any universe "natty" must think there is a chance someone on planet earth can look like ronnie coleman without ever taking steroids. But hey, maybe clarence is from asgard or the planet kyrpton and his delts are just natty as NATTY???
namn Not that I think Clarence is natty, because he surely isn't, but could you please elaborate on this: "Clarence has more or less confirmed he is on drugs"? I keep hearing that from annonymous people on the internet and whenever I ask them to link the video or source where he says that... well, they stay silent as a tomb or make excuses.
This is insane, but despite how big he lifts, one can realize how far away these guys are from, for instance, the professional Olympic Chinese lifters such as Lu Xiaong (77Kg) or Tian Tao (85Kg). I'm not disrespecting this guy's lifts whatsoever. :-) Just saying this comparison gives you perspective of how strong the professional ones are. They are in a whole different league.
I wasn't "assuming". I just said probably. It was just my guess since I didn't think these guys were professional athletes, so their motivation or need to use isn't as great. Although as I was typing this comment I looked Wes Kitts up and this guy is actually competing at a serious level, is going to the Olympics I guess, and apparently has jerked 521 (but not cleaned). So yeah he's probably on drugs lol. I take it back.
using the word "probably" is the a word used to assume something... Like me saying "the guy probably cheated on his gf or the guy probably stole that car"... Using words like "maybe" shows no assumption. These guys aren't professional athletes? What constitutes as an athlete? Is a power lifter an athlete? is someone who does strongman an athlete?
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The roar after the 175 snatch had so much testosterone in it that I got pregnant just from listening to it.
Kavin Patel 😂😂😂
Testosterone doesn’t get you pregnant.
So freaking true, that roar put 10kg on my squat instantaneously.
Kavin Patel LOL 😂 you kill me hahaha I subscribed
I just want David to be there when I max out next to yell at me. I feel like I would PR everything. Love the support!
McKellar's screaming gets me so fucking amp
Unfreaking real.. Keep killing the game Wes. Really pushing for this guy to go to Tokyo.
Congrats Wes! Its you whose truly making America great again
Could you guys do more vids with accessory work. thanks
Tf?
Alex P what?
accessory work like front squats back squats deadlift. ...
Ebrahim Chowdhury no i agree i meant to direct that at the guy who responded to you my friend
Agreed man. Would love to see their accessory lifts.
Lifting big numbers is cool....but seeing what goes into those lifts is what i wanna see.
Don't oly lift but I watch these to watch that dude lift
same haha
yh i didn't either watched it for 6 months before i started.
nice group of people ,who want to do something together , and rise up together , respect
Shaheen Kickin some ASS!!! Oh yeah and Wes did ok Too...
If you haven't trained at least a solid year in weightlifting then don't even bother with your stupid comments. to put 200kg above your head is a serious achievement in itself, let alone 210, 220, 230 and so on. everyone comes here comparing these guys to klokov and ilya as if they're even supposed to compare... No fucking shit they don't compare. those guys are the very elite level, the best of the best and have been training in the sport since they were children. You don't have to be the very best to be impressive.
Jack Dowd who are you talking too?
Agreed lol I can only deadlift 145kg for 3 but to put 200 over your head im super impressed
Looking strong guys!!! Wes @ 216 looking good bro!! Keep it coming!!!
Love watching the energy fellas!!! Fans from New Zealand 🇳🇿
Ray Everest thanks for the support!
shaheen is making SERIOUS gainz
Hell yes. Well done!!! 👌🏻
Holy carp! what a beast, going to make us all proud at the oly really soon! .
Strong dude!
Wes is a beast!
Wes is officially allowed to stand atleast beside Clearence in a photo! Great job
fredrica östlund thanks for permission!
Clearence? The human steroid? If Wes jumped on whatever Clearence is on, Wes would smoke him no contest.
The cal strength team is killing it, well done to Wes for that ridiculous total. I believe he's natty as well, too bad the international competition won't be or he would be world class
It's hard to say whether or not he is natty, but no one can deny Wes's insane ability and hard work
I don't know why people hate on this. It's an insane achievement and it's just beautiful how much fun they have and how much of a community they seem to be. First thing people come up with is comparisons. I don't know why that's a thing nowadays. And the cringy part is that people always come up with either Clarence or Klokov. As far as I know Lu Xiaojun snatches 177kg in a competition in the 77kg class.
Whoa....Wes the beast!
What the fuck !( sorry for my bad English )
Realy strong! respekt!
4:30 - That platform needs tacking down.
Awesome lifting.
That's too cool ... and great video 👍
Just hit 386 at IWF Worlds! Fucking amazing Wes!!! 🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸🇺🇸
Olympic A category. The real deal. Years of hardwork paying off.
Winning!!!
Officially in love with Wes 😍
what a BEAST!
Wes is a fucking monster!
I say Wes got in him a 180-185/225-230/405-415 get to 2020 and kill it imagine how happy Dave will be
beasts! goals over there. i just started my journey
Monster Wes
i believe in 415 total in 2years. 185snt and 230cnj. wes is insane in the membrane
ForzaNewbie thanks for the support man!!!
you know they're a good lifter when other people scream their heads off
Nice lifts from everybody! Is Wes Kitts still under 231 lbs tho? dude looks at least 250.
TheFonz808 I was thinking the same thing, he definitely looks heavier
Garret Greiner Ya it is very impressive, however, thats the bad thing with "unofficial" records. Heaviest total an American 105kg weightlifter has lifted ever... ya probably because he ain't 105kg.
TheFonz808 He weighed 107.3 that morning which is absolutely perfect weight for him and won't damper his performance at Pan Ams the slightest bit
TheFonz808 haha I weigh 107kg right now big guy. I'll hold this weight until day before competing and then an easy water cut. The heaviest I got all year was probably around 110. I try to train around my competing weight so I don't have to acclimate to a big cut or lose any strength as I prepare.
Wes Kitts 105kg or not that is still very impressive that you can stay within 5kg of your comp weight and still make hella gains going into your comp. I wish I knew your nutrition protocols because I'm the type of guy that would put on almost 10kg of pizza and oreo weight just to put maybe 20kg to my total, then water cut to 105kg, just to lose almost those gains I made. No hate from me only much love bro!
Love it!!!!!!!
1:24 When you see someone snatch more than your deadlift
Apparently they key was David yelling "ALL YOU GOT WES!!!!"
and the outfit changes... but in all seriousness, this is incredible and gets me fired up to weightlift and more importantly for the future of American weightlifting.
Sometimes you need the reminder lol, its like wes thought, hmmm i did only give 98% on that last attemt
Wow he is strong
The dude who yelled "all you got wes" in the beginning sounded exactly like gene from bob's burgers
what a fucking Beast :-O
Amazing ! Catching up to Clarence Kennedy's lifts ;) much respect to both gents.
Bashar Khaddage ugh I hate on every weightlifting vid people compare to Clarence. Clarence is a phenomenal athlete but
a) it's not necessary to compare him to everyone,
b) he hates it himself when ppl use him as a comparison
c) Clarence has more or less confirmed he is on drugs. while it is likely wes is, it's not confirmed and even if he is it's def not on the level of Clarence bc Clarence doesn't have to worry about year round testing (since he doesn't compete)
lol anyone who thinks clarence is in any universe "natty" must think there is a chance someone on planet earth can look like ronnie coleman without ever taking steroids. But hey, maybe clarence is from asgard or the planet kyrpton and his delts are just natty as NATTY???
namn Not that I think Clarence is natty, because he surely isn't, but could you please elaborate on this: "Clarence has more or less confirmed he is on drugs"? I keep hearing that from annonymous people on the internet and whenever I ask them to link the video or source where he says that... well, they stay silent as a tomb or make excuses.
join strongman and strengthwars
This is insane, but despite how big he lifts, one can realize how far away these guys are from, for instance, the professional Olympic Chinese lifters such as Lu Xiaong (77Kg) or Tian Tao (85Kg). I'm not disrespecting this guy's lifts whatsoever. :-)
Just saying this comparison gives you perspective of how strong the professional ones are. They are in a whole different league.
markux1983 I'll fight my way into their league. I assure you I'll find a way!
Wes Kitts Jesus! Wes himself replying to my comment! Lucky me I didn't offend you :)
Man, you lift insane! Keep up the good work!
beast !
Heart of a lion
Watching wes lift puts more hair on my chest!
rolfinator37 😂
🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥
Do I hear NF in the back ground....NF is awesome and omg those lifts are so awesome
Training lifts don't mean jack, don't call it an American record (unofficial or otherwise) until its done in a competition.
fuck yeah guys
400 at pan ams?
m krm that's our goal for worlds!
Amazing clean and jerk on a loose sheet of plywood! 4:45
Pat mendes has 400kg total at 105
what is Wes weighing? He is looking thick
Michael Cardinal 107 big guy!
Like it or not Wes Kitts is our next Olympian.
when you r great at WL but can't do 216+175 in your head
Press out much? Haha just playing. You're a beast Wes!
Marshall Shilling I did see a small press out on that 218 attempt
👍🏼💪🏼
Can't knock this because of how much weight that was, but the lockout on the last C&J was questionable
What is causing his left arm to press out on a couple of occasions? strong fucker though.
I'm unofficially your dad. believe me. Kitss hahah Barnett is where it's at.
Bet that guy could power clean a car
Go WES or Go Home! ❤
Clarence kennedy
Why the fuck am I screaming at the screen?
needs to loose those knee sleeves , mean they work but shouldnt be used in every lift just for max i suggest
Jose Valencia I think I'm gonna hang on to them. Thanks for the advice though!
Those soft elbows triggering as hell
I think Clarence Kennedy would show these boys a thing or two.
He would probably teach you some respect too.
Camera guy terrible!!!
red light on that last jerk. no lift
aaaaaaaaaaaaaand roids.
Man bun is cringey. Awesome lifts though
Then you watch Klokov and realize this isn't that impressive..... Good job though
Yeah but Klokov is presumably on roids due to the level he competes at (like all his competition is too) whereas this guy probably isn't.
What makes you think this guy isn't? You shouldn't make assumptions to fit your argument....
I wasn't "assuming". I just said probably. It was just my guess since I didn't think these guys were professional athletes, so their motivation or need to use isn't as great.
Although as I was typing this comment I looked Wes Kitts up and this guy is actually competing at a serious level, is going to the Olympics I guess, and apparently has jerked 521 (but not cleaned). So yeah he's probably on drugs lol. I take it back.
using the word "probably" is the a word used to assume something... Like me saying "the guy probably cheated on his gf or the guy probably stole that car"... Using words like "maybe" shows no assumption. These guys aren't professional athletes? What constitutes as an athlete? Is a power lifter an athlete? is someone who does strongman an athlete?
Dalton Johnson That's what I was thinking
USA is weak in olympic weight lifting, that's a pity