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Pull-Up Challenge at the Airport: A Fun Twist on Airport Improvements
Washington, USATuesday, December 9, 2025
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At Ronald Reagan National Airport, something unusual happened. Two high-ranking officials, Robert F. Kennedy Jr. and Sean Duffy, decided to have a pull-up contest.
More Than Just Fun
This wasn't just for fun. They wanted to show that airports can be places where people can stay active and healthy.
A $1 Billion Plan for Better Airports
Before the contest, they talked about a big plan. They have $1 billion to make airports better for families. This money will be used to:
- Create more play areas for kids
- Improve spots for mothers to breastfeed
- Add workout areas for travelers
The Contest Results
- Sean Duffy (54 years old) did 10 pull-ups
- Robert F. Kennedy Jr. (71 years old) did 20 pull-ups
- Dr. Paul Saladino (fitness expert) won with 21 pull-ups
- Duffy's daughter joined in and did 13 pull-ups, beating her dad
Healthier Food Options
They stood in front of a healthy food vending machine, which sells salads and other nutritious foods. They want airports to have more options like this.
- Current airport food is mostly junk food.
- Kennedy said that eating at airports can make you feel worse than before you ate.
Better Breastfeeding Facilities
They also talked about the need for better breastfeeding facilities.
- Isabel Brown (influencer) shared her struggles.
- Airports often lack clean, well-marked, and maintained nursing rooms.
- This makes it hard for mothers to breastfeed comfortably.
Food Prices at Airports
- Duffy admitted they don’t have a plan to lower food prices.
- He said it’s due to market demand and supply.
- But he is focused on providing healthier food options.
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