Alright now that we are wrapping up 75 hard I just want to say to everyone that started and failed that it's OKAY. I Failed the first time around last year as well. They don't call it 75 hard for nothing. Don't get down on yourself. With that said this group is going to be SO much more than 75 Hard I just thought it would be a great way to kick things off. I would really appreciate everyone chiming in and posting here in the group again. I am working on some master workout programs for everyone in the group to have/do every month. One for those of y'all with access to a gym and another for at home workouts with bands. I also want to start having weekly mindset calls with anyone who would like to join. Some of these calls will have special guest for everyone to learn from. I will take full responsibility for things dying off in here, it's been a busy few months for me but I want to grow this community and help as many men be better as possible. We will be having at least one meet up a month from here on out and I would love for y'all to make the ones you can. May 11th is our next meet up at Austin Archery Club for a 3D shoot. Message me for more details.

Hey Guys, Today is day 75 for me and it is a bitter sweet ending. I thought I'd share a few thoughts as I close 75 Hard out. This has been one of the hardest things I have committed to in a long time and being stretched physically, mentally, emotionally and spiritually was deeply needed. Don't get me wrong, I can't wait for a cheeseburger tomorrow, but I think I'm going to miss having to check those boxes each day. I'll certainly be taking a few of them with me as I move forward. I'll break down my experiences on each daily required task below and then some final closing thoughts. Reading: I've read more in the last 75 days than I have in the last 10 years. That has been one of the coolest and thought provoking experiences. I've knocked out 5 books, a few that I will revisit, and am on my 6th now. Reading has provided a space for me to slow down, be alone with my thoughts and alone with myself. It's also encouraged me to pick up journaling, which has served as the ultimate way to wind down before bed. Working Out 2x/Day: This has been the most fun and most annoying part of the challenge. A lot of times it was more than two 45 minute workouts. The time it takes to get to the gym, do your workouts, come home and clean up, really took a ton of time and planning. The worst days were when I've had to travel for work. I'd find myself getting off a plane at 10pm, rushing home just to get a jog or a fast walk in to close out the day. Personally, this one took the most sacrifice on my end because of the time it took up. I am happy to say that I'm now running up to 8 miles again, faster than I've been in a long time, muay sessions feel great and down about 13 lbs from when I started. Big shout out to Coach Alex! Wouldn't have been able to get through these workouts with you and the other coaches. Diet/No Cheat Meals/No Alcohol: Dieting has always been tough for me because I've never had a real reason to do it. I've always been lean and my regular activity keeps me in decent enough shape. I purposely chose a diet that would allow me to go to a work lunch or dinner and get sushi, a grilled chicken salad, or something like that. This part of the challenge has been one of the best changes for my household. We meal prep breakfast and lunch each Sunday and then cook 3-4 dinners/ week throughout the week for the most part. This ensures I'm getting enough calories throughout the day and it takes such a mental load off of me just knowing it is already done. Because of the meal prepping, we are eating better food and are saving a noticeable amount of money by not eating out. This is definitely something I will take with me beyond the challenge. Regarding alcohol, I rarely miss it. I’m definitely going to open a nice bottle of wine tomorrow, but I could honestly never think of it again and it wouldn’t change my daily life.

Pre registration is live for everyone in the group! Would like to see as many of yall there as possible. We set up this course with community building in mind so y’all will be meeting with a lot of new people. Wear something you can move around good in because this will be a functional course with workouts spread throughout it. https://austinarcheryclub.com/payment-citykids/

Be on the lookout for the registration link. We are capping it at 50 people. Let me know if you’re interested in coming so I can make sure and get you that link before hand.