Inventor crafts tool to run faster, challenging Usain Bolt's world record 'lightning bolt'

With the aid of technology, can an ordinary person surpass the record of the 'fastest man on the planet'?

In 2009, Jamaican sprinter Usain Bolt made sports history with a record-breaking 100-meter dash in 9.58 seconds. According to Belgian scientists, during the sprint, Bolt reached a maximum speed of 27.33 mph (43.99 km/h) at the 67.13-meter mark. They note that theoretically, the athlete was faster than the average traffic speed in major US cities, including Boston, New York, and San Francisco.

Interestingly, in the same study, scientists evaluated that given Bolt's physique, he shouldn't have competed in the 100-meter category, let alone set a record that astounds everyone. Biologically, the muscles of sprinters often have fast-twitch fibers to accelerate in the shortest time possible. And the ideal candidates for this sport usually have compact body frames, neither too tall nor too thin.

Yet, the 'lightning bolt' Usain Bolt proved the complete opposite, defying scientific theories with sheer power. And even with rigorous, serious, and systematic training, there's no guarantee we can reach Bolt's level while he's still competing.

So, what if we rely on technology and machinery for assistance?

Recently, YouTuber Jake Laser, owner of the JLaservideo channel with over 3 million subscribers, made a bold decision to create a set of equipment and special shoes to break Usain Bolt's record. Jake emphatically states that just running alone, an ordinary person could never surpass Bolt, as a body and legs without regular training couldn't match that tremendous speed and could lead to serious injury.

This is why this YouTuber wants to combine running and sliding. When feeling that his speed exceeds his capacity, he switches to sliding mode using the shoe soles to continue moving. Essentially, Jake attaches 12 mini jet engines to his two arms, while also affixing Teflon plastic to the shoe soles to minimize friction that impedes movement.

Instead of running with the form and technique of an athlete, Jake opts for the distinctive movement style of ninjas in Naruto - extending his arms backward to reduce resistance and propel himself forward. At this point, the jet engines will assist in propelling him faster, while the Teflon plastic makes his shoes almost frictionless during the run.

So, how exactly did this ambitious 'toolkit' creation process unfold? And with the help of technology, can Jake break Usain Bolt's record? Watch the video below to find out. Note: The video was produced by highly skilled professionals, viewers should not attempt to replicate.