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Beyond Bionic

Series 1

Episode 11: Gorilla

First broadcast: on CBBC ChannelLatest broadcast: on CBBC HD

Andy Torbet takes on a heavyweight Beyond Bionic challenge as he attempts to match the super-strength of the gorilla. He travels around the globe in search of the cutting-edge technology that can help him lift up to ten times his own bodyweight. In Germany, the USA and Japan, Andy tries out the latest in wearable exoskeleton technology that is helping us push the limits of the human body and perform incredible tasks in space. And he works up a sweat as he's put through his paces by the world's strongest man, Eddie Hall. Will he be able to lift 800 kilogrammes and match the strength of the gorilla, or will the King of the jungle muscle him out of the competition? Show less

Contributors

Presenter:
Andy Torbet
Executive Producer:
Annette Williams

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