Project 75: Week One Reflections - Embracing New Beginnings
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The first week of Project 75 has come to a close, and what a transformative journey it's been already. As an artist and self-proclaimed night owl, embarking on this structured fitness and wellness challenge has pushed me out of my comfort zone in the best possible ways.
Finding My Rhythm with Training
I've committed to a comprehensive weekly workout split that targets every muscle group:
- Monday: Legs: Glutes
- Tuesday: Pull
- Wednesday: Glutes and Hamstrings
- Thursday: Push
- Friday: Legs: Glutes (because who doesn't need an extra leg day?)
- Saturday: Core and Cardio
- Sunday: Mobility and Cardio
This new schedule has been quite an adjustment from my previous five-day routine. The Project 75 challenge requires daily workouts, so I've thoughtfully transformed my weekends into active rest days. This approach allows my body to recover from the intense weekday sessions while still maintaining the challenge's momentum. I've found that focusing on core work, cardio, and mobility during these days helps me stay active while giving my muscles the break they need.
Speaking of mobility ā it's become a crucial component of my routine. I've learned that flexibility work isn't just an optional add-on; it's essential for preventing injuries and maximizing the benefits of my strength training. Sunday's dedicated mobility session has become something I actually look forward to, as it helps prepare my body for the upcoming week of intense training.
Daily Habits and Nutrition
One of my favorite parts of this challenge has been my daily walks with my puppy, Kimchi. These 30-minute outdoor sessions have become our special bonding time, offering both physical activity and mental relaxation. There's something magical about ending your day with fresh air and a wagging tail beside you.
My nutrition game has been strong and consistent. I've found a routine that satisfies both my nutritional needs and my taste buds:
Breakfast: Protein pancakes or egg sandwiches
Lunch: Tuna OR chicken and quinoa
Dinner: Soup
Snack: Hummus OR Protein smoothie (perfect for those sweet tooth moments!)
I've also been diligent about hitting my 3-liter water goal daily and staying on top of my supplement routine.
The Art of Consistency
As an artist, I've made sure to maintain my creative practice by sketching daily. It's been a wonderful way to document this journey and keep my artistic skills sharp while pursuing these new fitness goals.
Challenges and Growth
The 7 AM wake-up call has been... interesting, to say the least. After years of embracing my night owl tendencies in the art world, this early bird schedule has been quite the adjustment. But isn't that what growth is all about?
Lessons Learned
Perhaps the most valuable lesson from this first week has been learning to be gentle with myself. Things don't always go according to plan, and that's okay. Instead of beating myself up over imperfections, I'm learning to find creative solutions and alternatives ā much like I do in my artwork.
The first week is often considered the hardest in any challenge, as it represents the biggest shift from our usual routines. While it hasn't been perfect, it's been perfectly imperfect, and that's exactly where growth happens.
Here's to Week One down, and many more to go on this Project 75 journey. š
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