Kickboxer Sets Record for Most Punches in a Minute
You might not want to start a fight with Pavel Trusov of Slovakia. The 25-year-old now has the world record for the most full-extension punches in one minute.
Trusov spent 19 years studying martial arts, and has competed in many kickboxing competitions.
Trusov trained for six months to set the record, focusing on building muscle as well as improving how long he could punch without getting tired.
"It was during this training that I learned what incredible muscle pain is," he told Guinness World Records.
But on June 27, with a small team to support him and cameras recording, Trusov was able to complete 322 full-extension punches in one minute.
Guinness World Records defines a full-extension punch as: "a forceful strike with the fist where the arm is fully extended and fully retracted between strikes." Trusov punched without twisting his body, which is a type of punch known as a jab.
Like many in their mid-20s, Trusov also enjoys using Instagram, where he posts videos of his training. His account, which describes the young kickboxer as having "the fastest hands," has around 82,000 followers.
Trusov also has students of his own, who were in the small crowd watching as he set the new record. "Being a coach is a big responsibility, and I really want to develop as a coach," Trusov said. "I'd like to help people — make them healthy and strong."
