Vladimir Shmondenko is a 24-year-old Ukrainian bodybuilder who has taken the viral world by storm through his hilarious gym antics. He rose to fame after creating a YouTube channel,”’ Anatoly Powerlifter”’ where he documents his journey from the village of Krishtopovka to the YouTube stardom he is now.
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Who is Vladimir Shmondenko, also known as Anatoly Powerlifter?
Get to know him, one of the most interesting people on the internet. You’ll learn about his various extraordinary accomplishments and funny moments at the gym in the process.
From Cattle Farm to Web Fame
Vladimir Shmondenko was born in 1999 into a family of agriculturists near the small village of Krishtopovka in Ukraine. The village’s world completely changed when they connected to the internet, and at that time, he was watching many American bodybuilder videos.
In 2016, at age 17, he started doing weightlifting, which became his passion for bodybuilding. Being financially strapped but highly motivated, Vladimir built his own gym with facilities made of wood, bricks, and old tractor parts from the Soviet Union.
When he was 15, he followed a strict diet of seven meals of cottage cheese and eggs daily and even carried big containers of oatmeal to his school, leading him to some fun teasing with his friends.
The Rise of Anatoly Powerlifter
Vladimir Shmondenko’s YouTube adventure has started well, with his Russian channel counting 1.94 million subscribers. The channel typically includes videos in which he “teases” the people in the gym, all in a funny way. He looks like a worker who has put on too much weight or is old, and in his rest vest and baggy pants, a getup hides his big muscles, which are surprising when he lifts the massive barbells.
Notably, the whole training experience does more for Vladimir than the ones he is training with, as it benefits him mentally and physically. Spectacular Powerlifting Achievements Vladimir’s skills, such as pranking, are not limited, but he also has a deserved reputation as a strongman.
In this Teen 18-19 category, he was the third in the 2018 GPA World Championships in Ukraine. His best results include a 290kg deadlift and a 210kg squat. He is 5’11” and weighs 78kg, which is quite impressive considering he is the youngest of the three in the squat with such a weight.
The ”Anatoly Powerlifter” moniker adds an extra element of humor to Vladmir’s acts. The nickname implies weakness, portraying a person who is frail and old, while the humour is on the false impression of appearances. Vladimir names himself after his protagonist, adding to the humor created through his unexpected display of strength and witty remarks, enhancing his appeal as a comedian.
Love and Life Off-Camera
Vladimir Shmondenko’s private life is with Valeria, a lingerie model. She has a good following on Instagram, too, with about 68,000 people joining her for her Dubai and Bali trips and watching her take pictures of her plastic surgery and romantic moments of her and Vladimir that she shares.
Vladimir Shmondenko, known professionally as Anatoly Powerlifter, exhibits the full spectrum of physical, mental, and emotional health through his excellent and funny strength. From taking on chores at the cattle farm to becoming a global figure via YouTube, this small beginning is the best example of ‘never give up on your dream’ – don’t give up and live the full extent of life. Whether lifting heavy barbells, playing with words, or dancing with humour, Vladimir never stops to inspire and entertain us, yet we still can not get enough of his phenomenal achievement.
