It’s not about the pull-up; it’s about what happens when you take the weight off.
Yesterday, at 61, I tried something new: weighted pull-ups. Inspired by @susanbishopyoga, I strapped on a 10-pound vest and gave it a go. I only managed two, and they were rough. But then I took the vest off, and suddenly, my regular pull-ups felt so much lighter, even though I was already fatigued.
And it hit me: this happens in life too.
Years ago, I stepped in as interim editor for a major online hub for moms. For four intense months, I published 20 articles a day. That meant managing pitches, assigning stories, editing, titling, sourcing photos, and scheduling posts, all day, every day.
When that gig ended and I returned to publishing 2–4 pieces a day on my own site @vivafifty? It felt like a breeze.
That’s the power of doing something harder than usual. Once you return to your “normal,” it feels effortless by comparison.
You don’t need to do weighted pull-ups or publish 20 articles a day. But try pushing the envelope in your way. Step just a little outside your comfort zone, then come back to your baseline.
You might be surprised how strong you feel.
Have you experienced this in your own life? I’d love to hear.
#pullupdrills #lifelessons #weightedpullups #proage
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