This post marks my completion of 75 hard. I have been debating posting this for weeks, because to “show off” this accomplishment goes against the exact reasons why I started 75 hard in the first place. So, my two hopes with this wildly different post of mine is to document/share my experience, and hopefully inspire someone else to do something that challenges them. For someone my age, sacrificing a summer of pleasure, fun, and relaxation seems insane. But for the friends and especially family that supported me through these last 10 weeks, it does not go unnoticed, and I can’t thank you enough. In case you are not familiar with 75 Hard, the exact requirements for are below in the comments. Although these requirements portray this as a physical program, the physical progress is only a byproduct of the mental discipline required throughout the 75 days. I worked 45+ hrs a week doing manual labor, leading to me averaging 20k steps a day, with a decent number of days hitting 30k+. Most days, I would only get 6 hours of sleep, and accidental naps were usually against my control. Doing anything I wanted to do for fun with friends/family required planning my meals, workouts, reading, and progress picture, far in advance. The days where I made time for something social were the toughest on me, as I would have to decline drinks, food that went against my diet, and more spontaneous plans after. I wanted to experience solitude this summer. With the solitude that 75 hard provided, came a great number of realizations and understandings about my own goals, relationships, and future. These are my biggest takeaways from the program. Thanks for taking the time to read about my experience and I hope it inspires you to do something that challenges you. Although 75 hard is over, I’m not slowing down anytime soon. Also, this week marks 1 year of lifting for me, so I included some comparison photos at the end. #75hard