Why and How I Set A Burpee World Record During COVID

Short answer: Challenge from a friend and intentional stress. But let me elaborate…

I was stationed in Guam from AUG 2016 - MAR 2020. During this time, I began training in mixed martial arts and Brazilian jiu jitsu after learning I was going to be a father. While I had always been interested, I never took the leap for whatever excuses I created. Knowing I had a baby girl on the way motivated me to learn some skills that would contribut…