Overview

• Michelle Obama recalled being challenged by Ellen DeGeneres to a push-up contest during a 2012 episode of The Ellen DeGeneres Show, where she completed 25 push-ups to Ellen's 20.
• On Amy Poehler's podcast, Michelle shared that Ellen later critiqued her form, claiming she 'didn't go all the way down,' which Michelle attributed to her long arms and anatomical differences.
• Michelle now opts for knee push-ups, emphasizing that she has 'nothing to prove' and noting how aging has influenced her fitness routine.
• The anecdote has reignited online conversations about Ellen DeGeneres's interactions with her guests, particularly after her show's 2022 conclusion following a toxic workplace investigation.
• Michelle humorously reflected on the moment, highlighting her surprise at being asked to compete on national television as the First Lady.