Fruitless Endeavor: Liberal Media Assails RFK Jr.'s Fitness Challenge

The "Pete and Bobby Fitness Challenge," initiated by Defense Sec. Pete Hegseth and Health and Human Services Sec. Robert F. Kennedy Jr., has sparked a heated debate. The challenge, which asks individuals to complete 50 pull-ups and 100 push-ups in 10 minutes, has been met with criticism from some quarters, particularly The New York Times.

In an article headlined "What Could Go Wrong?", The New York Times questioned the safety of the challenge for those not in good physical condition. The article, however, has drawn criticism from Fox News analyst and former pro wrestler Tyrus. Tyrus suspects a deeper motive for the criticism, suggesting the media may be concerned about individuals becoming less reliant on television due to their increased fitness.

Tyrus believes that engaging in physical fitness makes individuals more alert and less susceptible to media manipulation. He also suggests that failing at the challenge is beneficial for those not regularly exercising, as it encourages them to keep working on their fitness. He even goes as far as to say that pulling a muscle during the challenge is a positive outcome, as it motivates individuals to improve their fitness.

The Fox News magazine identified Robert F. Kennedy Jr. as a critic of the challenge. However, this criticism is happening at a time when some Democrat politicians are engaging in "bench press politics," a term that refers to politicians showcasing their physical fitness in a political context. Examples include Congressman Eric Swalwell and New York City mayoral candidate Zoran Mamdani.

The National Review responded to the New York Times criticism by assuring the public that one will be fine if they try the challenge. Tyrus, on the other hand, expresses concern that the media may be afraid of independent thought and personal success among individuals.

In a recent episode of the Five, Tyrus asserted that the challenge is intended to be difficult, which is why it's called a challenge. He also stated that trying and potentially failing the challenge encourages individuals to keep working on their fitness.

The debate surrounding the "Pete and Bobby Fitness Challenge" continues to rage on, with fitness experts cautioning that the challenge is not for everyone and could be dangerous. Despite this, the challenge has inspired many to take up fitness and challenge themselves in new ways.