Oregon Army National Guard Physician Assistant Major Tommy Vu demolished the world record for most chest-to-ground push-ups in one hour Sept. 20, completing an astounding 1,721 repetitions at West Coast Strength gym in West Salem.
Vu’s performance shattered the previous record of 1,530 repetitions set earlier this year by a New York-based athlete who had previously taken the record from the Oregon Guard member. The achievement marks Vu’s sixth world record, adding to his growing collection of fitness accomplishments that began during the COVID-19 pandemic.
“I’ve got a really strong will, and I just don’t know how to quit,” Vu said, reflecting on his approach to record-breaking challenges…