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Kennedy and Hegseth's Pentagon Workout Sparks Technique Debate

8/28/2025

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Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth completed a workout challenge at the Pentagon, achieving 50 pull-ups and 100 push-ups in under five minutes.
The challenge was inspired by Donald Trump and shared on social media.
Exercise researcher Jeff Nippard criticized their pull-up technique, recommending assistance for safety and effectiveness.

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Story summary

Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Defence Secretary Pete Hegseth completed a workout challenge at the Pentagon, achieving 50 pull-ups and 100 push-ups in under five minutes.
The challenge was inspired by Donald Trump and shared on social media.
Exercise researcher Jeff Nippard criticized their pull-up technique, recommending assistance for safety and effectiveness.