Maximum push-ups performed by an individual while holding his breath
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Maximum push-ups performed by an individual while holding his breath

The record for performing the maximum number of push-ups while holding his breath was set by Yash Shekhar (born on January 10, 1982) of Delhi. He performed 104 continuous push-ups in 1 minute and 10 seconds, while holding his breath by affixing a tape to his mouth and placing a nostril stopper on his nose. The record attempt, which was held and verified at the office of India Book of Records, demonstrated his skill, stamina, determination and endurance, as confirmed on September 18, 2026.