When he achieved his first titles, Alex experimented with different styles, and quickly realized that his strength lay in plyometric push ups.
“I’m an all or nothing person, so if I’m into something, then I’ll give it my absolute all,” he said.
“When I was going through a difficult time, exercise was the thing that was my go-to, and that exercise was a part of my routine, but I never realized how important it was.
“I really do believe that exercise has the ability to save and change people’s lives. So, I always encourage people to exercise not only to release all the good hormones, but to build confidence, self-respect, and make friends.”
Alex currently holds several Guinness World Records titles, including most push ups to planks in one minute (male), which he first set in 2023 before improving his record to 84 on 6 December 2025.
He said: “For me, with Guinness World Records, there isn’t much more I could wish to achieve in the fitness space, and it’s more than I’d ever expected.
“The most important thing when choosing a Guinness World Records title to attempt is finding something that you’re passionate about. I’m very sure that passion brings purpose, and if you’re passionate about something, then you will dedicate more time to it.”
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With a passion for positivity and always pushing yourself to be the best, Alex is a force to be reckoned with and has a motto that we can all take inspiration from!
He said: “If you want to become the best at something, then this might be the journey for you.
“It’s certainly one of the most special and proud moments of my life, and it’s completely changed my life.”