Day 9: The Obstacle Is The Way

Turns out I picked up two forms of E.Coli while traveling, so that explains why my system has been so fouled up for a week. I’m grateful it’s likely just a minor setback.

“The obstacle in the path becomes the path. Never forget, within every obstacle is an opportunity to improve our condition.” ~Ryan Holiday, in the book The Obstacle Is The Way

Morning Stats

Yang/firing up:

  • cold shower
  • motivational video by Oprah: https://youtu.be/KEvHZ-LpX7M
  • 3 x 13, 11, 9 pullups (33 total)
  • 45 minute run with sprints
  • 15 minute spin

Yin/cooling down:

  • Morning mantra: “I will achieve great things through small steps.”
  • 2 minute meditation
  • 5 minute foam roll and 5 minute stretching
  • no social media until 9am

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