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I've updated my goals for 2024. Ready to make this an awesome year! STRENGTH GOAL: I will increase my strength by 10% in 7 different kettlebell exercises (swings, goblet squats, kb push-ups, racked squats, deadlifts, rows, snatches, and overhead press) by training four times a week for 12 weeks...

I agree. It was a lot but was also very valuable.

I have been in the midst of Andrew Huberman's extensive conversations with exercise scientist Andy Galpin. It is very informative but also a lot to process. Luckily, Huberman also has a Youtube channel of clips from his episodes. Because I know that most people do not have 12+ hours to listen to...

11/29/23 Update: used another Lebe Stark video to complete the kettlebell workout below 2 rounds of: clean & squat (2 minutes) jerk (1 minute L/1 minute R) snatches (1 minute L/1 minute R) 1 round of: Farmer's carry (1 minute L/1 minute R) sat in quiet contemplation for 10 minutes...

Well done!

I'm sorry you're not feeling better. Maybe be patient and look for small reasons to be grateful and to celebrate. Hope it gets better!

11/28/23 Update: 2.85 mile run in the cold (32F/1.1C); time was 31:17; while running, this song came on, and I became very overwhelmed with a flood of dopamine and felt near tears: started reading Lazarus, a graphic novel series by Greg Rucka read an entry in the Henri Nouwen collection The...

Thank you for understanding, and for the motivation to carry onward! This morning, I completed a kettlebell workout using a Lebe Stark video. I will link the video below. The workout included: Two rounds: hand to hand deadlift (2 minutes) strict press (1 minute L/1 minute R) single-arm swings...

I wish I could say my progress has been "Great!," but it's more of a "Meh," at this point. I do plan on following the same challenge goals until I accomplish them but perhaps taking a simpler approach. I make so many excuses for why I do not do the things I know I need to do, but I also try to...

Week 1 Update: So, I recovered well enough from COVID. I did not work out much last week, other than a few runs, including a night time 5k trail race. I did complete the benchmark with the following results: 30 minute run: 2.44 miles kb press total: 8 per arm I was consistent with my SMARTER...

Thank you everyone who sent healing vibes. I feel so much better today. I'm going to attempt my benchmark workout tomorrow rather than my usual Monday workout, while not overdoing it. I guess the good news is I know I will see progress because I haven't worked out in over a week, so the bar will...

I tested positive for COVID earlier this week and had to take the rest of the week off from work. I should be getting better Sunday or Monday (when I can return to work). So no progress on my physical challenges yet. I have, however, been meditating and reading and also keeping up my Duolingo...

Great job on your progress. I love the idea of starting each day with a hug and counting your blessings! That's a great combo and will go a long way in boosting your mental health.

Good to hear! I know we don't know each other well yet, but I am proud of you for recognizing your own growth in spite of some setbacks. Whether sooner or next month, I look forward to seeing you take on the next challenge!