Dr Kjey Aims To Break MBOR, GWR Records For Third Time

By Afifitri Muhammad

KUANTAN, April 17 (Bernama) -- National fitness athlete Jey Prabakaran Thevar, 29, is determined to break his third world record through an extreme challenge of 18 hours of non-stop cardio and weightlifting, to be recognised by The Malaysia Book of Records (MBOR) and Guinness World Records (GWR).

Facing the demanding mission, the athlete, better known as Dr KJEY, said his current training is more intensive, spanning three months from April with strict discipline, including two training sessions daily, six days a week, involving continuous cardio and weightlifting, along with tight dietary control.

“Previously, I undertook 12- and 15-hour challenges, but this time I am targeting 18 hours, which is truly a new level. In addition, I have managed to lose nearly 35 kilogrammes (kg), from 92 kg,” he said when contacted by Bernama today.

The Kuala Lipis native said that during his second world record attempt in 2024, he suffered a spinal injury, which affected his focus on nutrition.

“However, I have now fully recovered and can fully concentrate on diet and training, resulting in significant weight loss,” he said.

Dr KJEY previously made his mark in MBOR and GWR through 12-hour and 15-hour non-stop cardio and weightlifting challenges in 2023 and 2024, and also broke an Asian record with a time of 13 hours.

Behind his achievements is his coach, Mohd Shazwan Mohd Luthfi Ismail, who has played a key role in his previous world record successes.

He said every training session is like a battlefield that tests his true limits.

“This is not just a physical challenge, but a mental test. My target is clear — 18 hours of continuous cardio and weightlifting. I understand the risks, but I am confident in my ability.

“There are days when the body nearly gives up, but the mind cannot. That is what separates the ordinary from the extraordinary,” he said.

He is currently seeking a suitable gym location for the attempt and aims to carry it out by the end of June.

Meanwhile, Dr KJEY said he is also actively mentoring new athletes in bodybuilding and record attempts in fitness through his club, Kelab Bina Badan KJEY (BKJ), which has more than 500 members.

He also expressed appreciation to his family, friends and the Pahang State Youth and Sports Department, particularly State Executive Councillor for Communications and Multimedia, Youth, Sports and Non-Governmental Organisations Fadzli Kamal, for their continuous support.

He hopes the achievement will inspire Malaysians to keep striving to realise their dreams.

-- BERNAMA