Back in January 2019, finely mustachioed pro wrestler Eric "Rik Bugez" Bugenhagen did everything he could to steal the show at WWE NXT, air-guitaring like a maniac and unleashing a metal scream worthy of Rob Halford. The self-described "metalhead beefcake" is a true defender of the faith, and as it turns out, he can shred on a real guitar as well as on the air variety.
As reported by Metal Injection, he recently demonstrated his skill with an ax by playing Iron Maiden classic "The Trooper" — while squatting what appears to be at least 200 pounds. Watch below for a little inspiration for your new-year workout resolutions, and get to know the irrepressible Bugenhagen better with behind-the-scenes video from his NXT appearance.
— Eric Bugenhagen (@rikbugez) December 29, 2019