From First Pull-Up at 63 to Feeling Strong at 73

Watch the video above to see Ginny in action — then scroll down to discover the 3 habits that helped her build strength, confidence, and purpose after 60.

Inspired by her daughter’s strength, Ginny MacColl found her own.

When Ginny saw her daughter, Jessie Graff, competing on American Ninja Warrior, she felt something shift. Watching Jessie climb, swing, and soar through every obstacle sparked a new determination in her.

At 63, Ginny made a bold decision — she was going to get stronger too.

With patience, persistence, and a whole lot of heart, she accomplished something she’d never done before: her very first pull-up.

At 63, Ginny set a goal that changed everything

She had never stepped foot in a gym before. But after watching her daughter, Jessie Graff — a competitor on American Ninja Warrior — take on obstacle courses with strength and confidence, Ginny felt something shift.

Inspired and determined, she decided it was time to build her own strength.

What started as a single goal turned into a personal transformation. That one pull-up became five. Then came regular workouts. Eventually, it turned into a lifestyle — one filled with movement, purpose, and pride.

Ginny’s journey proves it’s never too late to get stronger — at any age.

Start where you are. Take it one step at a time. And don’t be afraid to ask for support.