Yeovilton naval officer attempts deadlift world record for charity

A naval officer is aiming to break the world record for the most amount of weight deadlifted in 24 hours.

Rob Guest, a flight commander based at RNAS Yeovilton in Somerset, is attempting to deadlift 600,000kg to raise money for Help for Heroes.

Mr Guest hopes to raise at least £6,000 - £1 for every 100kg lifted.

"I wanted to give back more to the military community," he said.

In order to beat the world record - which currently stands at 580,220kg - the 31-year-old will have to lift between 40 and 60kg for between eight to 12 reps, every minute, for about 55 minutes per hour.

"This is all about endurance," Mr Guest said.

"I was looking for a challenge and when I saw the record and broke it down, I realised it was potentially achievable.

"The allure of holding a world record is attractive as well, but the main motivating factor was having a significant challenge and raising money for a good cause," he added.

"Help for Heroes' life-changing services support [veterans] - from physical and mental health care, to help with welfare and medical needs."

Mr Guest will begin the challenge at BMB Fitness in Yeovil on 9 November and finish at 09:00 GMT on 10 November, before putting on his uniform ready to attend the annual remembrance service in the town.