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NASA's Artemis 2 astronauts successfully completed the viral 'Bobby and Pete' fitness challenge, performing 50 pull-ups and 100 push-ups in under 10 minutes, demonstrating their physical readiness for the upcoming moon mission scheduled for 2026.
The author tried doing 60 hand-release push-ups every day for a week and discovered three key things: improved chest engagement, enjoyment of the exercise, and the importance of maintaining proper form. Hand-release push-ups are effective for building explosive pushing power and strengthening muscles used for shoulder-pressing exercises. The author recommends incorporating them into workout routines for those confident in their form and looking to enhance upper-body strength.
YouTuber Kaizen took on the challenge of doing 200 squats a day for 30 days, relying solely on body weight. Initially challenging, the difficulty diminished over time as his legs acclimated. By day 30, his legs had grown by a modest two centimeters, showcasing a subtle but noticeable increase in size. Kaizen's experience highlights the benefits of squats, including muscle growth, leg strength, improved posture, and overall fitness. However, it is advised to approach the challenge with a measured approach and incorporate progressive overload for optimal results.
The author decided to do a five-minute wall sit every day for a week and discovered that it was much more challenging than expected. Despite not being able to complete the full five minutes, the author noticed that their legs looked and felt stronger, their core muscles were engaged, and their glutes got a workout. They plan to continue incorporating wall sits into their fitness routine and recommend it as a beneficial exercise for all fitness levels.
A TikToker attempting the viral fitness challenge "75 Hard" was hospitalized after experiencing symptoms of water poisoning. The challenge involves following a strict diet, working out twice a day, and drinking a gallon of water daily. The TikToker speculated that excessive water consumption caused her illness, but the doctor diagnosed her with severe sodium deficiency. The challenge has been criticized for its extreme nature, and experts express concerns about potential burnout. The TikToker advised others to listen to their bodies and not take the challenge too seriously.
The author, a fitness editor, took on the challenge of doing the goblet march, a standing ab exercise, every day for a week. They found the exercise to be more challenging than expected and noticed improvements in their core strength, particularly in the obliques. They also experimented with modifications, such as overhead marches, to add variety to the routine. While a week is not enough to see visible results, the author plans to continue incorporating the goblet march into their workouts for its benefits in core stability and its potential impact on running performance.
The author of this article decided to do a 7-minute pillar bridge plank every day for a week. They experimented with different hand positions and added movement variations to spice things up. Throughout the week, they felt the exercise targeting various muscle groups, particularly the arms, triceps, obliques, and upper body. However, they found the exercise to become repetitive and lacked enough variation. The author emphasizes the importance of incorporating active recovery and variation into exercise routines for muscle growth, strength building, and overall fitness. They suggest adding activities like bedtime yoga, walking workouts, or extra sleep to enhance recovery.
The Chinese plank is a challenging variation of the traditional plank exercise that targets the back body and core muscles. The exercise involves laying on your back with your heels and shoulder blades supported on two benches and holding a static position for several sets. The author tried doing a 7-minute Chinese plank every day for a week and found it to be a tough but effective workout for building core strength and engaging multiple muscle groups. However, it's not suitable for everyone and should be approached with caution.
Samsung Health has partnered with Les Mills to offer 14 free fitness classes exclusively to Samsung customers who use 2020-2023 TV models with Smart Hub. Users who also use the Galaxy Watch can access performance statistics in real time. Additionally, eligible Samsung Smart TV users can sign up for the Les Mills Summer Sizzle Fitness Challenge and complete 10 Les Mills workouts to win.