3 Months Off

Ever felt like Punxsutawney Phil, popping your head up after months in the shadows? Life has a funny way of throwing curveballs, and sometimes our wellness routines take an unexpected detour. I've been there, and I'm here to tell you that it's perfectly okay, whether you're into fitness, nutrition, mindset, or all of the above.

Earlier this year, my wife and I embarked on the 75 Hard Challenge, dedicating ourselves to 75 days of disciplined workouts, balanced nutrition, and nurturing healthy mindsets. We aced it, but then life threw a major curveball - a new gym facility project that demanded our full attention.

It wasn't in our plans, and it not only disrupted our wellness routine but our entire lives. Suddenly, I found myself working on blueprints instead of burpees, indulging in burritos instead of balanced meals. My sleep patterns went haywire, and I lost my hydration routine. The stress was real, and my mindset practices dwindled to a mere fraction of what they were.

In those moments, I realized something crucial. Life happens, and sometimes we're forced to pause our wellness journey. But here's the beautiful part: it doesn't define us, and it certainly doesn't mean we've failed, whether we're focusing on fitness, nutrition, or mindset.

Fast forward to today, I'm finally coming out of the hole I've been living in, as I write to you from our new gym facility. In just a week, I've completed four workouts and rekindled healthy habits. I've packed my trusty 40oz water bottle and returned to measuring my food portions. I've also begun to incorporate some of my mindset practices again. 

I share my story not to boast but to remind you that we can always pick ourselves up and start again, whether it's in the realm of fitness, nutrition, mindset, or any combination thereof. Those moments when I felt down about neglecting my health or mental well-being? I gave myself permission to prioritize the project. It's all part of the journey.

You see, wellness isn't an endpoint; it's a lifelong adventure. One missed workout, a week of indulgence, or even a month off track won't define us. What matters is our resilience, our ability to bounce back, and our commitment to overall well-being, whether it's our fitness level, our nutrition choices, or our inner mindset.

Your wellness journey isn't measured by a single workout, a number on the scale, or the shape of your body. It's about how you view yourself—a beautiful human on a winding life journey. When life asks you to let go of some things temporarily, do so with anticipation of when you'll be able to return. You'll return stronger, wiser, and more determined, whether it's in fitness, nutrition, mindset, or all of the above.

So, remember this: missing a workout or thirty, indulging in a treat, or feeling a bit off-balance mentally doesn't make you a failure. Your commitment to the lifelong pursuit is the most important thing, not any singular aspect or timeframe.

Your wellness journey is your own, unique path, and it continues no matter where you are. Embrace the detours, and keep moving forward, in fitness, nutrition, mindset, or all the facets of your well-being.

Here's to your unwavering journey of health, happiness, and personal growth.