The Runner’s Surprise: Upper Body Training
You know that feeling when you’ve been avoiding something for so long, you start to feel like it’s a part of your personality? Well, grab onto your joggers – YouTuber and physical therapist Göran Winblad, who’s a hard-core runner, decided to shake things up and give upper body training a whirl. Who says runners only need speedy legs, right?!
Defeating the Gravitational Pull: The Pullup Challenge
Göran found himself in a ‘pulling’ situation when he decided to install a pullup bar at home, jumping right into this new fitness challenge. Forget about “no pain, no gain,” he was all about “less friction, more action.” He surrendered to gravity, taking on the mission of performing two sets of pullups and two sets of pushups every day – all within five minutes. And boy, did he break a sweat. Starting with just two pullups and 10 pushups, he was certainly not hanging around (pun intended!)
Pushup Progress: Small Steps Lead to Big Leaps
Now, if you think a few pushups and pullups don’t make a difference, hold your kettlebells, my friend! After two weeks, our runner buddy began to realise that his five-minute workout was not just a workout anymore, but a habit. As surprising as it may sound, Göran really began enjoying these short bursts of bending and pulling amidst his daily schedule. Result? His strength got a major upgrade, much like your software updates – unpredictable but oh-so satisfying.
30 Days Later, Any Long-Term Gains?
After a month of drenching in sweat and wrestling with resistance, our determined runner could do 10 consecutive pullups. And trust me, when you are pulling your own weight, that’s a pretty formidable feat. He also managed to push out (pun number 2!) 30 pushups without playing twister with his form.
In just a month, Göran proved that strength training isn’t just about lifting monstrous weights or spending countless hours in the gym. “You don’t need to spend hours a day, doing a little bit is better than nothing” – a testament to potency, indeed!
Running Towards the Finish Line – and Beyond!
While running may be Göran’s first love, his 30-day fitness saga sheds light on the amazing potential of combining different forms of exercise. So, whether you’re a hardcore runner, a weightlifting enthusiast, or a yoga devotee, it’s time to take a few steps outside your comfort zone (like Göran!) and discover a new dimension to your fitness journey. Who knows, you might find yourself exceeding your limits and smashing personal records while pulling yourself up that bar!
Key takeaways:
- Even a short five-minute bodyweight workout, consistent over a month, showed significant improvements in strength.
- Integrated exercise, that combines varied forms of training such as strength and cardio, can supercharge overall fitness.
- Consistency, even in small amounts, can yield substantial progress over time.
- Stepping out of your comfort zone can often open doors to new achievables, boosting both physical and psychological health.
- Every fitness regime should include a balance of different exercises for comprehensive wellbeing.
Source Citation: https://www.menshealth.com/fitness/a46275878/5-minutes-pullups-pushups-30-days-results-goran-winblad/
