WATCH: Netizens can't get enough of famous astronaut’s ‘Two legs at a time’ pants trick!

Astronauts are often seen as serious professionals working on cutting-edge scientific missions in space. But NASA astronaut Don Pettit just reminded us that even in zero gravity, there’s room for some fun. His latest video, showing his unique method of putting on pants aboard the International Space Station (ISS), has quickly gone viral, leaving viewers amused and impressed.
The gravity-defying pants trick
On February 21, Pettit shared a video from space that demonstrated his unconventional method of getting dressed. Rather than following the typical one-leg-at-a-time process, he takes a more creative approach by jumping straight into his pants, slipping both legs into them at once. In the video, he simply captions the moment with: “Two legs at a time.”
This unexpected, gravity-defying wardrobe technique quickly captured the attention of viewers all over the world, sparking a wave of admiration for Pettit’s smooth moves!
The internet reacts: Humour and awe

It didn’t take long for the internet to react to Pettit’s impressive move. The video went viral, with viewers jumping to the comment section to share their thoughts. One user jokingly said, “I thought you were going to land right in them at first. Haha. That might be fun to try.” Others were equally impressed by how effortlessly Pettit performed the trick, with one commenter saying, “That’s so smooth, damn.”
Some viewers were so inspired by Pettit’s space wardrobe routine that they tried to replicate the stunt on Earth. One person humorously admitted, “It didn’t go well,” after attempting the move themselves.
A missed opportunity for a classic tune

As with most viral moments, fans couldn’t resist adding their own creative twist to the video. One commenter playfully suggested, “Missed opportunity to not have the theme from Space Odyssey 2001 playing for this.” This fun idea added even more humour to the already lighthearted video, making it feel like an iconic space scene.
Don Pettit: An experienced space veteran
While Pettit’s humourous video has stolen the spotlight, it’s important to remember that he’s a seasoned astronaut with a wealth of experience. With more than 370 days spent in space, Pettit has become one of NASA’s most accomplished astronauts. Since joining NASA in 1996, he has participated in numerous missions, including acting as a flight engineer during Expeditions 30 and 31 aboard the ISS.
Currently, Pettit is part of the Expedition 72 crew aboard the ISS, where he continues his important work in conducting scientific research and maintaining the space station.
A fun moment in the midst of serious work
Although space missions are often focused on scientific discovery and technological advancements, Pettit’s light-hearted video shows that there’s room for humour and creativity even in space. His gravity-defying pants trick has brought smiles to viewers around the world, offering a delightful reminder that astronauts, just like the rest of us, can have their moments of fun– even when they're floating miles above the Earth.