The former bodybuilder still commands respect from young lifters, even after recently celebrating his 61st birthday.
Novikov Julie is often seen flaunting his interests on his Instagram account, which has over 4,000 followers.
The fitness trainer said he was the all-European and Russian weightlifting champion.
He recently won a gold medal in the Masters category 50+ at the NBC 8 Grand Prix.
His success has earned him the respect of his followers, many of whom are young lifters who have taken inspiration from him.
It’s not uncommon to find several fire and muscle emojis in his comment section.
“Top quality as always!!!” one commenter wrote. “Very respectful!!!”
Another poster wrote, “Uncle Yura, you are cool!!!!” “I worked out, I’m happy to be with you!!!!”
The third wrote, “Congratulations!! Great as always!!!!”
Another called him a “role model to follow”.
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Novikov-Julie shared a video of an extreme workout squad in the gym lifting weights and flexing muscles.
Read “No pain, no gain” caption.
“Same bomb form!!!!” wrote one commenter.
“Inspiration for a friend,” someone shared.
An Instagrammer admired him, saying, “What a great muscle.”
Another said the Novikov jury was “old but strong.”
Some wondered if they could train with him and asked how much personal training would cost.
“Two thousand rubles for one workout,” wrote the bodybuilder, which is equivalent to about $ 24.69.
“A block of 12 workouts is 19,700 rubles,” or $243.21, he added.
