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For all of you out there who have kids and wonder what us unmarried types do with our extra time…we do lots of silly things. Like listening to Howard Stern all day long, reading a book a day, memoriz(s)ing the dead kings of England, and this…

The Hundred Pushups Challenge

This website gives you a program to follow so that in 6 weeks you should be able to do 100 pushups(that’s pressups for the limeys). What a strange goal. It’s like trying to become a millionaire. But somewhat easier. And quicker too! You gotta have goals, right?

My summer exercise regimen was already in full swing. Yoga goes year round and I do a lot of bike riding when the weather is decent. So this challenge seemed like a nice diversion, especially since I work from home. Working in an office would have made this very difficult indeed.

I have to admit, it took more than 6 weeks. But not once did I go backwards. If I had, that would have been enough to stop the momentum. Changing my diet helped too. No kebabs. Those delicious dripping yummy pockets of shredded lamb. Chock full o’ lamb-y goodness.

So if you’re looking for a healthy diversion to your endless days of not picking up after the rugrats, this challenge is one that just about anyone can do, check out this site: The Hundred Pushups Challenge

Update

I’ve had a few recent emails (from the same person perhaps?) asking me to post a video of myself completing the 100 pushups. Well…I ain’t gonna do it. My tiny brain can think of only 3 reasons for someone requesting such a thing:

1. Proof. I did it. You’ll just have to take my word for it. It’s not THAT difficult if you put in some time.
2. Entertainment value. It’s sort of like watching those hulking great Scottish blokes pull steam engines and toss tree around. But admittedly, not quite as impressive.
3. You’re a prevert (sp?) of some sort.

So I respectfully decline to post a video of my accomplishment. But here is some inspiration from YouTube: