Scarlett Espinoza was just getting serious about the gym when an accident set her back. She was practicing handstands at home in Miami, fell, and broke her ankle in three places. It took her months to relearn how to walk. Espinoza, 38, was frustrated by how challenging even basic tasks were - and nervous about losing her stride. Seeing her parents aging had gotten her thinking more seriously about longevity.
If it seems like a daunting task, that's because it is, according to Times reporter Calum Marsh, who spoke with multiple fitness experts to find out just how practical the challenge is for the everyday American. And the experts agreed, saying the Pete & Bobby Challenge is not something to just jump into. In addition, Jess Hviid Skov, a gym owner and former sergeant in the Danish army, criticized Hegseth and Kennedy for their form on the pull-ups, which he says falls short of military standards.