A Nigerian woman, Joyce Ijeoma, who embarked on a grueling challenge to set a new Guinness World Record for the longest continuous massage, has collapsed during the event in the Lekki area of Lagos State.
The ambitious endeavor involved Ijeoma attempting to perform 72 hours of body massage on individuals, in hopes of surpassing the previous record set in 2015 by Alastair Galpin in South Kalimantan, Indonesia. Galpin currently holds the record for the longest full-body massage, lasting an impressive 25 hours and 4 minutes.
However, Ijeoma’s valiant effort came to a halt when she collapsed at 1am, having already completed an astounding 50 hours of non-stop massage sessions.
The incident took place on Tuesday, and at the time of filing this report, Ijeoma had not yet returned to the venue, and the live coverage of the event had been suspended.
Witnesses present at the scene described a tense atmosphere as Ijeoma’s collapse shocked onlookers who had been supporting her throughout the marathon attempt. Many expressed concern for her well-being and wished her a speedy recovery.
It is unclear whether Ijeoma will resume the challenge and make another attempt at breaking the prestigious world record in the future. However, her determination and endurance have undoubtedly made an impression on those who witnessed her brave undertaking.
The video footage of Ijeoma’s collapse has been widely shared on social media platforms, with many expressing their admiration for her remarkable feat of endurance. With 53 hours completed, she was a mere 19 hours away from potentially making history.
This incident serves as a reminder of the immense physical and mental toll that such endurance-based challenges can have on participants, highlighting the importance of careful preparation and monitoring during such endeavors.
For now, the Guinness World Record for the longest massage on different individuals remains unbroken, and Alastair Galpin’s remarkable achievement stands as a testament to human endurance in the field of massage therapy.
We can only hope that Joyce Ijeoma makes a full recovery and continues to inspire others with her unwavering determination and passion for her craft.
