Reza Gheitasi (Persian: رضا قیطاسی) is an Iranian strongman, bodybuilder and power athlete known for his accomplishments in strength sports.
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| Born | 1988 Kabudarahang, Hamedan, Iran | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| Height | 208 cm (6 ft 10 in) | |||||||||||||||||||||||
| Weight | 168 kg (370 lb) | |||||||||||||||||||||||
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| Sport | Strongman | |||||||||||||||||||||||
Medal record
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Early career
editBorn in 1988 in Hamedan, He initially pursued volleyball, displayling his physical prowess from a young age. However, at the age of 23, influenced by his coaches and recognizing his potential in strength sports, he transitioned to bodybuilding and powerlifting.[1][2]
Strongman career
editIn October 2023, Gheitasi participated in the national competition for Strongest Man in Iran, competing in the +105 kg weight categories in both youth and adult divisions. Demonstrating his strength, he emerged victorious in the adult division, becoming the champion of the competition.[3] In 2024, Gheitasi achieved a milestone victory by securing the title of Iran's Strongest Man.[4]
See also
editReferences
edit- ^ اکبری, شهره (2023-10-19). "رضا قیطاسی؛ پرچمدار ورزشهای قدرتی ایران". ایسنا (in Persian). Retrieved 2024-05-11.
- ^ "درخشش یک آتشنشان در میان «مردان آهنین»/ رضا قیطاسی کیست؟". Fararu (in Persian). 2024-03-21. Retrieved 2024-05-11.
- ^ "Gheitasi wins Iran's Strongest Men award". Mehr News Agency. 2023-10-14. Retrieved 2024-05-11.
- ^ "از قویترین مرد آهنین ایران در سال ۱۴۰۳ تجلیل شد". خبرآنلاین (in Persian). 2024-04-08. Retrieved 2024-05-11.
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