10/27/2026
Being a Dad doesn’t mean you stop being an athlete.
Here are 8 physical benchmarks I think every Dad should be working toward Brandon Fuller👇
1. 5 strict pull-ups — Full range of motion, no kipping.
2. 20 strict push-ups — Controlled reps, full depth.
3. Goblet squat 50% of your bodyweight x 10 — Quality reps through a controlled range of motion.
4. Deep squat hold x 30 seconds — Heels down, maintain control.
5. Farmer carry 75% of your bodyweight x 60 seconds — Total load between both hands.
6. Standing broad jump 6–7 feet — Demonstrate explosive power and control the landing.
7. Run 1 mile under 9 minutes — Build cardiovascular capacity.
8. Get off the floor without using your hands — Maintain mobility, coordination, and control.
These aren’t universal fitness standards, but they’re challenging benchmarks that represent something I believe in:
Fitness should be about more than what you look like.
Strength. Mobility. Power. Endurance. The ability to actually use your body.
How many can you pass right now?
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