Alan and Abbey kick off the episode talking about the problems in podcasting. Abbey is joining as our first guest to talk with Alan about 75Hard - the mental toughness challenge. Abbey is a podcast junkie and has always wanted to be on one, the hunter and the hippie making dreams come true. Alan and Abbey talk about being a talk show host and how being on a podcast is way better.
Abbey suggested to Alan to do a podcast talking about their own views and perspectives of the challenge. Alan leads everyone through breathwork and the message is to be mindful in the moment, at least one full breath.
75Hard is not a diet, it is a mental toughness challenge consisting of five tasks. Two 45-Minute Workouts (one must be outdoors), follow a diet, one gallon of water, read 10 pages of a non-fiction book, Tackle a progress pic, and no alcohol or cheat meals. Abbey and Alan share the story of how this challenge got put in motion, They started the day after they talked about it on Sept 13th. The key is DON’T overthink any of it. Most of Alan’s outdoor workouts was walking his dog and Abbey often took her kid’s on a bike ride and to the play ground.
Everyone has a full plate - we are not special!
If you fail one thing, even the simple thing, like take a progress picture, you start back at the beginning from Day 1. Abbey did fail her first attempt at 75Hard because she was really sick and could not drink water. Alan was able to pass his first attempt and 75Hard and went into Phase 1 of the LiveHard Program which is discussed briefly. Abbey is really proud she quit drinking and has noticed dramatic changes in her sleep patterns from her Oura Ring.
Rest is not one of the critical tasks but is still so important in life. Abbey says these tasks are the foundational tasks. This is the solid foundation you build your life on - she still has to take care of her kids.
JOURNAL PROMPT: Write out your thoughts about 75Hard and what excuses are stopping you from making a life altering decision to become the best you possible.
HUGE THANK YOU to the Allyson Band https://allysonband.com/ for the podcast’s music and Brianna Cote http://briannacote.com for photography and cover design.
Book - The Obstacle is The Way by Ryan Holiday
Oura Ring - https://ouraring.com/product/heritage-silver
Chili Pad - https://www.chilisleep.com/products/ooler-sleep-system
