•1 min read•from The Seattle Times The Seattle Times
To set a world record at 81, all she had to do was hold on
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At 81, Bonnie Sumner found herself facing life solo for the first time in 60 years. Instead of feeling overwhelmed, she discovered an unexpected talent: holding on to a pull-up bar. This newfound skill not only became her way to embrace independence but also led her to set a world record. Bonnie’s journey is a testament to resilience and the joy of discovering strengths we never knew we had. Sometimes, all it takes is a little grip to redefine what’s possible.
Facing life on her own for the first time in 60 years, Bonnie Sumner discovered she had a special skill for hanging from a pull-up bar.
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