that man was phenomenal for a short guy. He was a powerlifter, remember that. take a look at Dr Columbu's record:
Titles Won in Bodybuilding:
Mr. Olympia
Mr. Universe
Mr. World
Mr. International
Mr. Europe
Mr. Italy
Titles Won in Powerlifting:
World Champion
Champion of Europe
Champion of Germany
Champion of Italy
World Records in Powerlifting:
Bench Press 520 lbs
Squat 655 lbs
Deadlift 750 lbs
Records in Weightlifting:
Olympic Press 325 lbs
Snatch 270 lbs
Clean and Jerk 400 lbs