Feats of Strength:

Bert Assirati

• Could lay on his back on the floor, and pull over at arms length a 200lbs barbell, to set a British record 1938;
• Could squat 800lbs unofficial World record 1938;
• Could squat with one leg with a 200lbs barbell on his shoulders;
• Could squat continuously for half an hour while supporting 235 lbs;
• Could perform three one arm pull-ups 1938. At bodyweight of 240lbs;
• Could hold a one-hand stand when weighing 266lbs 1938;
• Could do a crucifix on the rings when weighing 266lbs 1938;
• Could do a military press of 160lbs with one arm 1938;
• Could perform a back somersault while holding a 56lb block weight in each hand;
• Could perform back somersaults, or flip-flaps, while weighing 266lbs;
• Long distance cyclist;
• Champion strand puller;
• Could carry a piano a long distance on his back;
• Could carry a telegraph pole a long distance on his back.