Hafthor Björnsson spoke about the doping rules at the Enhanced Games: What did he have to stop taking before his record attempt?

Hafthor Björnsson revealed that even the controversial organization Enhanced Games, which openly permits doping, has its own unexpected rules. Before his next attempt to break the world record in the deadlift with a weight of 515 kg, the popular “Thor” had to significantly change his plan for using performance-enhancing drugs (PEDs).

In a recent interview, Björnsson admitted that when he first signed up to compete in the Enhanced Games, he thought he had complete freedom. The organization is known for not adhering to World Anti-Doping Agency (WADA) rules and for promoting a “medically supervised” approach to doping.

“When I first registered, I thought to myself: These are the Enhanced Games, I can take whatever I want—that’s great,” Thor said. “But after talking with my agent and the organizers, I found out that only substances approved by the U.S. FDA (Food and Drug Administration) are allowed. I had to adjust my regimen a bit, because I used to take substances that aren’t approved.”

What did he have to stop taking, and what was allowed?

Björnsson was very open about what he had to cut out before stepping onto the platform. According to Enhanced Games rules, he had to stop using substances like Dianabol, trenbolone, and Equipoise because they didn’t meet FDA approval criteria.

On the other hand, his permitted protocol could include substances such as testosterone, Deca-Durabolin, Anadrol, and small amounts of Halotestin. This clearly shows that although Enhanced Games allows doping, it is by no means without limits or rules.

The Unwavering Pursuit of 515 kg

These rules directly affected Thor’s preparation for the recent 2026 Enhanced Games Deadlift Showdown. During the competition, he easily lifted 425 kg, followed by 475 kg, and then attempted the magical 515 kg. Although he lifted the bar off the ground, he was unable to fully lock it out. His previous lift of 510 kg thus remains the valid all-time record.

But the quest doesn’t end there. The next opportunity to push the limits of human capability will come on July 11, 2026, in Los Angeles at the Enhanced Breakers event. After a successful 485 kg training lift and a narrow failure at the previous event, Thor (and his coaching team) are convinced that the 515 kg record will soon fall.

What do you think? Does limiting the use of substances to only those approved by the FDA represent a step in the right direction even for an organization built on the idea of enhancing human performance, or does it contradict the very purpose of the Enhanced Games? Let us know in the comments!