Day 40: Getting Gritty

Morning Stats

Yang/firing up:

  • high-five in the mirror
  • stood on one leg while brushing teeth, to activate glutes
  • cold shower
  • motivational video https://youtu.be/ft_DXwgUXB0
  • one hour of cardio/strength cross-training

Yin/cooling down:

  • morning mantra: “The world is a wonderful place. I work to share my talents and contribute to the goodness around me in a meaningful way.”
  • 20 minutes of stretching
  • 10 minutes of earthing
  • 3 minute meditation

Day 39: Sometimes It’s A Grind

Morning Stats

Yang/firing up:

  • high-five in the mirror
  • stood one on leg while brushing teeth, to activate glutes
  • cold shower
  • one hour run
  • 20 minutes of strength training

Yin/cooling down:

  • morning mantra: “My body is rested and my mind is clear. Today is going to be a great day.”
  • 8 minutes of dynamic stretching
  • 3 minute meditation

Day 38: Full Speed Ahead

Since I’ll be in Seattle for two weeks, I’m taking the opportunity to get some good speed work at sea level. Also, with so many wonderful friends and family to visit with, I’m extra grateful for this blog to keep me on track of all the little things I’ve committed to continuing (e.g. daily meditation), even if they require more effort and time management.

Morning Stats

Yang/firing up:

  • high-five in the mirror
  • stood on one leg while brushing teeth, to activate glutes
  • cold shower
  • motivational video https://youtu.be/60PbNFY2NHw
  • Hour and a half run/interval workout

Yin/cooling down:

  • morning mantra: “Today is a gift, and I will use my time well.”
  • 8 minutes of dynamic stretching
  • 6 minutes of feet up the wall with cupping and scraping
  • 4 minute meditation

Day 37: You’ve Got This

Morning Stats

Yang/firing up:

  • high-five in the mirror (first thing in the morning at 3:40am and then again in the airport mirror)
  • stood on one leg while brushing teeth, to activate glutes
  • cold shower
  • One hour run with hill strides

Yin/cooling down:

  • Morning mantra: “My body is rested and my mind is clear. Today is gong to be a great day.”
  • 3 minutes of meditation
  • 45 minutes of yoga/stretching
  • 20 minutes of earthing

Day 36: Pass The Test

With lots of traveling this week, my habits have been put to the test – I’m thankful for this blog to hold me accountable!

Morning Stats

Yang/firing up:

  • high-five in the mirror
  • stood on one leg while brushing teeth, to activate glutes
  • cold shower
  • motivational video: Be The Change https://youtu.be/Z8oJV_mBY9g

Yin/cooling down:

  • morning mantra: “I’m ready for this day – bring it on!”
  • four minute meditation
  • 3 minutes of scraping