World’s strongest boy who could do 4,000 push ups aged 7 is UNRECOGNISABLE nine years on

THE world’s strongest boy who could do 4,000 back-to-back push-ups aged just seven looks unrecognisable nine years on. Andrey Kostash’s set a new world record in 2012 by completing the push-ups in an astonishing two hours and 29 minutes. Instagram/andreykostashAndrey Kostash set a world record when he was just seven[/caption] The phenomenal show of strength from the ripped youngster was filmed for Ukraine’s Got Talent. Nine years on, 16-year-old Andrey is unrecognisable. With 100,000 subscribers on his YouTube channel, Andrey shares video of his fishing and sailing adventures, as well as archive footage of his childhood weight competitions. The Ukrainian teen reportedly started gymnastics, martial arts, flexibility and strength training when he was just five – and he was lifting weights by the time he was eight. After setting the world record in 2012, Andrey, who is also an actor and model, was pictured posing happily with his certificate. He was monitored by judges from Ukrainian Book of Records to ensure his successful attempt complied with official rules. Most read in News MAJOR SHOCK New evidence about chief Maddie suspect leaves investigators 'shocked' 'I'M NOT AN EEJIT' I brought my uncle to collect his pension… I didn't know he was dead STAB TRAGEDY 'Vigilante' driver mows down & kills knifeman who stabbed mum to death HORROR SMASH Biker speeds WRONG WAY down busy M25 before smashing into and injuring cop TEQUILA TERROR Clubbers left bleeding from mouth after downing caustic soda with tequilas MEDAL OF DISHONOUR Ex-town mayor investigated over claims he posed as decorated war hero He said at the time: “I just like receiving prizes. Different ones.” Although he set a new record, he didn’t manage to reach his personal best of 6,000 consecutive push-ups. He gradually built up his strength, but after 12 months he was able do 3,000 push-ups. Nowadays, Andrey enjoys travelling and playing other sports – and doesn’t appear to be as dedicated to bodybuilding as he once was. His YouTube channel states: “The official channel is dedicated to sports (bodybuilding, power lifting, street workout, karate, artistic gymnastics) and the creative achievements of Kostash Andrey, fun travels around the world, entertainment and hobbies. “The channel has a lot of interesting videos about Andrey’s daily life, about training at home and competitions in various sports, filming in television and film projects, about social and charitable events that Andrey organizes and participates in.” Another teen bodybuilder who went viral after crushing weights in the gym is also unrecognisable in Instagram pictures five years on. Tristyn Lee became famous when followers began noticing his gladiator-like physique in videos he uploaded online. The youngster had hoped the clips of him showing off his impressive football skills at 15 would get the attention of scouters. Instead, he was flooded with comments about becoming a professional bodybuilder and has since built quite a presence on Instagram where he’s amassed some 2 million followers. The American teen has even posted workouts with some big names in the bodybuilding industry such as Bradley Martyn, Simeon Panda and Larry Wheels. Five years on and Lee looks almost unrecognisable. YouTubeAndrey, now 16, looks unrecognisable nine years after setting the push-ups record[/caption] Instagram/andreykostashAndrey enjoys travelling and playing other sports – and doesn’t appear to be as dedicated to bodybuilding[/caption] Instagram/andreykostashHe has 100,000 subscribers on YouTube[/caption]