The Best Way to End the Year
After class this past Saturday, Shari stuck around for the usual chitchat hour while most members headed home for the week. Still inspired by her new record on the 500 meter row, she peeled off her jacket and decided to go for that first real pull-up, yet again. Sadly, her 10,000th attempt proved fruitless despite her obvious determination.
…that is until Steve rushed over and ordered her to try again before going home.
Fighting through the pain of defeat and finally calling on the necessary muscle groups (more back than arms), Shari not only cleared the bar, she added an extra 3 inches just to make sure. Finally! After months of consistent training and practice, Shari earned her first bona fide pull-up one day before the end of 2006 (reaching a goal she set for herself over 4 months ago). Happy Birthday Shari! A star is born.
Congratulations Shari!
so exciting to watch too!!!!
I still don’t believe it. Thanks for pushing me Steve and for not letting me sneak off without trying one more time. You’re right – it is the best way to end the year!
Shari, your moment made my day on Saturday! I’m so proud of you. Elsa, I hope you’re feeling better these days; we really miss you.
Congratulations Shari!! You made it just in time, and I’m so proud of you.
congratulations!
it is so cool seeing folks reach their goals
Shari’s the bomb. Enough said.
Way to go Shari. We are all proud of you.
My favorite part: the look of surprise on Shari’s face as she was doing the pull-up. You are always awesome, my dear, and I actually think you have three pull-ups right now just waiting to come out. Your chest-over-the-bar first one just proves it. You rock.
It was a beautiful sight indeed. And well earned. Congrats Shari!!
Go Shari!!!!