Northland powerlifter Joseph Whittaker has set New Zealand records in an incredible feat of strength.
Competing in the NZ Record Breakers at the Fitness Expo in Auckland, Whittaker quickly set about putting in a good showing.
Whittaker said he had a top day and his process when lifting helps.
"To say I had a good day would be an understatement, Going eight for eight on successful lifts and all personal bests lifts is great," he said.
"I got to make a little bit of history setting the biggest total ever by a New Zealander.