75 Semi-Hard Update & Daily Routine
This update is a few days late but I hit my 20 day mark on 5/12. I can’t believe I made it 20 days already! 🤗
The routine aspect has already been setting in and it’s almost second nature now to get my water drank and my steps stepped. I did start implementing a little bit of intermittent fasting which I have never done before. This is my daily schedule:
5:05 - 5:15am: wake up & get ready for the gym
5:40 - 6:50am: workout 🏋🏼♀️ (usually weight lifting 2 upper days, 2 lower & the off days are treadmill walking) ~ finish around 24oz of water 💧
7:00 - 8:15am: Get ready for work & drink greens
8:30am: Arrive at work
9:30 - 10:00am: Eat breakfast - 2 egg white bites with a Greek yogurt & fruit (no coffee till after breakfast!!)
12:00pm - 1:00pm ~ Finish 32oz of water 💧
12:45 - 1:00pm: Eat lunch: meal prep for the week
3:00pm: small snack: either veggies & hummus or a protein bar
5:00pm: Finish 32oz of water 💧 - Done with work
5:30pm: Start cooking dinner & fill 40oz cup
6:30pm: Eat dinner
7:30pm: After dinner walk (20-45mins) - listen to audio book or podcast 🎧
8-ish pm: Wind down & read & finish 40oz water 💧
9pm-9:30pm: Duolingo French lesson, get ready for bed
10pm: Lights out 😴
Some days it is a challenge to hit everything perfectly but life isn’t perfect. I try to give myself grace if I have plans and can’t follow my meals as planned or hit all my water goals. I do hit my goals 95% of the time as if I do miss a goal I reel myself in and get focused.
Have you tried this challenge? What were your outcomes?
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Embarking on a health challenge can be a transformative experience. Challenges like the 75 Soft Challenge encourage participants to change their habits significantly while focusing on their fitness goals. Achieving daily targets, such as drinking an adequate amount of water and completing workouts, establishes a solid routine. It's important to celebrate milestones, such as reaching the 20-day mark, as this creates motivation and resilience. Intermittent fasting has gained popularity for its potential health benefits, such as improved metabolism and weight management. Implementing this alongside meal prep can help individuals stay disciplined and make healthier choices throughout the day. Tracking physical activity, such as aiming for at least 10,000 steps daily, is also crucial in measuring progress. Incorporating mental health practices, such as mindfulness during workouts and reflection time, allows individuals to deepen their commitment to wellness. Sharing experiences and outcomes with a community can provide encouragement and accountability. The journey toward health isn't just about physical transformation; it's also about developing a positive mindset and fostering a supportive network. Remember, every small step counts on the path to a healthier lifestyle.
This schedule is intense. I admire the dedication, but my sleep is non-negotiable.