A Nanoose Bay man aims to break the Guinness World Records standard for chest-to-ground burpees, to raise funds for the National Police Federation Benevolent Foundation.
Mitchel Cook, a former player with the Oceanside Generals of the Vancouver Island Junior Hockey League, will attempt to set a new mark for the most burpees in one hour on Nov. 5.
The 21-year-old fitness enthusiast said he loves to push himself to find out how much his body can endure.
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Since applying to Guinness World Records six months ago, Cook said the burpees record has changed, making his already challenging goal a lot tougher.
When Cook submitted his application, the mark was 879, set by CrossFit athlete Nick Anapolsky of Kitchener, Ont., in March. That was shattered in July by a Brazilian mixed-martial art fighter, Cassiano Rodrigues Laureano, who recorded 951 burpees.
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Burpees are difficult exercise that combines push ups, squats and a jump all in one fluid and challenging motion.
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Cook has been training diligently each week and says he feels good and confident.
To hit 1,000 burpees in 60 minutes, he has to average approximately 16.7 per minute.
To motivate himself even more, Cook has chosen to raise funds for the non-profit National Police Federation Benevolent Foundation because of his brother, an RCMP officer in Nunavut. The charitable foundation was established in 2020 to help and supports the families of fallen members.
Cook said, this being his first fundraising initiative, he has no idea how much money he should raise. But he welcomes any donations and support for the foundation.
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Cook has put up posters around Parksville Qualicum Beach that have a QR code people can scan using the camera on their cellphones. It will direct you to the National Police Federation Benevolent Foundation donation website where you can make a donation and also receive a tax receipt.
To learn more about the National Police Federation Benevolent Foundation go to
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