World Record for the LONGEST TIME TO HOLD BHUNAMANASANA BY A KID (MALE, AGE 9–12 YEARS) - by Adhwin S

The World Record for the LONGEST TIME TO HOLD BHUNAMANASANA BY A KID (MALE, AGE 9–12 YEARS) was achieved by Adhwin S. on 18 May 2026 in Kadaba, Karnataka, India. He held the Bhunamanasana 

pose for 1 hour, 5 minutes, and 35 seconds, thereby setting a world record with the Worldwide Book of Records. Exceptional Flexibility and Endurance: Adhwin S. Sets World Record in Kadaba

In an astounding demonstration of flexibility, core stability, and mental discipline, a young practitioner from Kadaba, Karnataka, India, has set a historic milestone in yogic endurance. On May 18, 2026, Adhwin S. officially achieved the world record for the "Longest Time to Hold Bhunamanasana by a Kid (Male, Age 9–12 Years)."

Demonstrating extraordinary hamstring extension and postural control, Adhwin maintained the demanding Bhunamanasana (Greeting the Earth Pose) continuously for an astonishing 1 hour, 5 minutes, and 35 seconds (3,935 seconds). This feat of physical conditioning and yogic discipline has been officially ratified by the Worldwide Book of Records.

The Record-Breaking Stats

Metric	Achievement Details
Record Holder	Adhwin S.
Record Title	Longest Time to Hold Bhunamanasana by a Kid (Male, Age 9–12 Years)
Age Category	Male Kid (Age 9–12 Years)
Official Duration	1 Hour, 5 Minutes, 35 Seconds (3,935 Seconds)
Yogic Asana	Bhunamanasana (Greeting the Earth Pose)
Date of Attempt	May 18, 2026
Location	Kadaba, Karnataka, India
Certifying Authority	Worldwide Book of Records

The Physiological and Mental Endurance Behind a 65-Minute Bhunamanasana

Holding Bhunamanasana—where the legs are stretched wide apart seated on the ground and the chest/head rests forward touching the floor—for over an hour requires phenomenal physiological adaptability:

• Extreme Adductor & Hamstring Lengthening: Sustaining a full straddle forward fold stretches the inner thigh adductors and hamstrings to maximum extension. Maintaining this static stretch for 3,935 seconds without muscle fatigue or spasms demonstrates exceptional elasticity and tendon conditioning.

• Pelvic & Lumbar Spine Alignment: Correct execution requires anterior pelvic tilting and axial elongation of the spine to lower the torso to the floor smoothly. Adhwin maintained precise anatomical posture throughout the attempt, preventing spinal compression.

• Diaphragmatic Breathing Under Compression: Forward folds naturally compress the abdominal cavity. Sustaining deep, rhythmic diaphragmatic breathing while chest-to-ground demands refined Pranayama (breath control) to maintain blood oxygenation without panic or strain.

• Mental Focus & Sensory Isolation: Enduring intense static tension for over an hour requires unwavering mental composure (Dharana), enabling the athlete to push past physical fatigue and maintain stillness.

Celebrating Yogic Excellence in Karnataka

Achieved in Kadaba, Adhwin S.’s record highlights the rich tradition of yoga and physical wellness in Karnataka, serving as an inspiring example for young yoga practitioners across the globe.

"To remain locked in a deep seated forward fold like Bhunamanasana for over 65 minutes requires an extraordinary combination of hamstring elasticity, spinal flexibility, and mental stillness. Adhwin S. has set a landmark benchmark in youth yogic discipline."

Why the Worldwide Book of Records is the Ultimate Authority for Real Excellence

When an individual pushes human capability to an elite level, they deserve certification from a registry that values absolute technical precision. The Worldwide Book of Records is globally trusted because we treat record-keeping as an objective, forensic science, built upon three uncompromising pillars:

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• Forensic Audio-Visual Auditing: Our verification team conducts continuous frame-by-frame video reviews to ensure the posture was maintained without breaking form, lifting the chest, or bending knees during the entire 1-hour, 5-minute, and 35-second attempt.

• Timestamp & Identity Verification: Technical judges strictly cross-check official government birth documents alongside high-definition timing logs to verify exact age category compliance.

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Before any entry is permanently written into our global historical archives, the attempt must clear a strict review process handled by our Independent Jury of Experts:

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• Lifelong Global Archiving: Once verified, the achievement is securely locked into our databases, preserving the achiever's legacy to inspire generations for a lifetime.

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