Heart & Grit Wellness 75 Hard - The Journey Continues
Updated: Apr 7
Thank you for joining and supporting my journey for 75 days! This is not a weight loss challenge. This is a mental toughness challenge. I am training my brain to work beyond excuses, beyond the average and beyond my current abilities. I can't wait to see what happens in 75 days.
And the journey continues!!
Grit: to have the drive, stamina and determination to push through and challenge or obstacle thrown your way until you succeed.
Day 75: Wednesday March 31st, 2022
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Day 74: Tuesday March 30th, 2022
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Day 73: Monday March 29th, 2022
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Day 72: Sunday March 28th, 2022
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Day 71: Saturday March 27th, 2022
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Day 70: Friday March 26th, 2022
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Day 69: Thursday March 25th, 2022
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Day 68: Wednesday March 24th, 2022
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Day 67: Tuesday March 23rd, 2022
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Day 66: Monday March 21st, 2022
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Day 65: Sunday March 20th, 2022
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Day 64: Saturday March 19th, 2022
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Day 63: Friday March 18th, 2022
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Day 62: Thursday March 17th, 2022
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Day 61: Wednesday March 16th, 2022
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Day 60: Tuesday March 15th, 2022
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Day 59: Monday March 14th, 2022
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Day 58: Sunday March 13th, 2022
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Day 57: Saturday March 12th, 2022
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Day 56: Friday March 11th, 2022
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Day 55: Thursday March 10th, 2022
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Day 54: Wednesday March 9th, 2022
Daily Quote: We won't be distracted by comparison if we are captivated with purpose.
Breakfast: English muffin with creamed cheese and Everything seasoning
+ Burn + Biocell Life Sport and Liquid Iron
45min Outside Workout: 45 Minute walk with the doggies
45 Inside Workout: Chest, back and triceps lifting with some Pilates and stretching thrown into the mix
Lunch: Chickpea spaghetti, tuna and Oikos yogurt (leaving town - clear the fridge lunch)
PM Snack: Dark Chocolate Almond Kind Bar + Burn
Dinner: Caesar salad and Oikos yogurt
Dessert: Biocell Life Chews, Probiotic Pixie Stick and Trim Chocolate Pudding
Reading: Change your questions, change your life
Gallon of Water: It was a challenge today but I got it done in the last minute.
See you on day 55!
Day 53: Tuesday March 8th, 2022
Daily Quote: People with purpose and goals have no time for drama. They are too. busy adding value to their. own life and the lives of those around them.
Breakfast: English muffin with creamed cheese and Everything seasoning
+ Burn + Biocell Life Sport and Liquid Iron
45min Outside Workout: 45 Minute walk with the dogs
AM Snack: Protein Shake with Green and Reds Powder, Trebiotic and Fiber
Lunch: Tuna with Everything seasoning and Ritz crackers and carrots
+ Burn
45 Inside Workout: Burpees, legs and abs
PM Snack: Dark Chocolate Almond Kind Bar + Burn
Dinner: Scallops and Caesar salad
Dessert: Biocell Life Chews, Probiotic Pixie Stick and Trim Chocolate Pudding
Reading: Change your questions, change your life So good!
Gallon of Water: I was chugging at 10pm but I got it done.
See you on day 54!
Day 52: Monday March 7th, 2022
Daily Quote: She never knows how she will get it all done but she always does.
Breakfast: English muffin with butter and salt (low blood pressure today) + Burn + Biocell Life Sport and Liquid Iron
AM Snack: Protein Shake with Green and Reds Powder, Trebiotic and Fiber
45 Inside Workout: Shoulders!!!
45min Outside Workout: 45 Minute walk with the boys
Lunch: 2 Bran muffins + Burn
PM Snack: Dark Chocolate Almond Kind Bar + Burn
Dinner: 6in subway turkey sub (I had a evening class and ran out of time, made the best choice available to me = WIN)
Dessert: Biocell Life Chews, Probiotic Pixie Stick and Trim Chocolate Pudding
Reading: Change your questions, change your life - You must read this book!
Gallon of Water: Chugalugin...
See you on day 53!
Day 51: Sunday March 6th, 2022
Daily Quote: Never settle for shitty friends, shitty men or shitty coffee.
Breakfast: English muffin with butter and salt (low blood pressure today) + Burn + Biocell Life Sport and Liquid Iron (I need it anyways but especially need it today since I gave blood yesterday)
AM Snack: Protein Shake with Green and Reds Powder, Trebiotic and Fiber
and 1 bran muffin
45 Inside (outside) Workout: 45 minute recovery run (BEAUTIFUL DAY - I had to run!!)
+ Hanging, grip and core work (20mins)
45min Outside Workout: 45 Minute walk with the boys
Lunch: Chickpea chili and really bad, really heathy "cornbread" (not gonna lie, total kitchen failure - not good at all haha) + Burn
Dinner: Dark Chocolate Almond Kind Bar, chia seed pudding with protein powder + Burn
Dessert: Biocell Life Chews, Probiotic Pixie Stick and Trim Chocolate Pudding
Reading: Change your questions, change your life - You must read this book! I've learned so much.
Gallon of Water: WOO HOO!
See you on day 52!
Day 50 a.k.a. 50.5: Saturday March 5th, 2022
The REAL Day 50!!
Daily Quote: I already know what it feels like to give up. I want to see what happens if I don't.
Breakfast: homemade healthy bran muffins + Burn + Biocell Life Sport
I have been craving bran muffins for months and finally tried to make my own. Sugar and dairy free. High in fiber and I added proein powder to the dough. Not bad!
AM Snack: Protein Shake with Green and Reds Powder, Trebiotic and Fiber
45 Inside Workout: 90 minute Spartan Training at F3 in Kirkland
Lunch: Chickpea spaghetti and shrimp + Burn
45min Outside Workout: 45 Minute walk with the boys
PM Snack: Dark Chocolate Almond Kind Bar and Black Tea
Dinner: Caesar shrimp wraps with homemade dressing + Burn
Loving these! They are like... italian fresh rolls.
Dessert: Biocell Life Chews, Probiotic Pixie Stick and Trim Chocolate Pudding
Reading: Change your questions, change your life - SO GOOD!! Read this book!
Gallon of Water: Did it!
See you on day 51!
Day 49: Friday March 4th, 2022
*The video says it's day 50 because just as in real life, I can't count. LOL
Daily Quote: You've been given this mountain to show others that it can be moved.
Breakfast: English muffin with butter and homemade strawberry rhubarb jam + Burn + Biocell Life Sport
AM Snack: Protein Shake with Green and Reds Powder, Trebiotic and Fiber
45 Inside Workout: 45 minute Strength Workout with Peloton
Lunch: Egg white and bean burrito + Burn
45min Outside Workout: 45 Minute walk with the boys
PM Snack: Dark Chocolate Almond Kind Bar and Black Tea
Dinner: Caesar salad with homemade dressing + Burn
I ate that entire bag of lettuce and dipped it in the dressing like chips :)
Dessert: Biocell Life Chews, Probiotic Pixie Stick and Trim Chocolate Pudding
Reading: Change your questions, change your life - SO GOOD!! Everyone should read this one.
Gallon of Water: Chugging at 10PM but got it done!
See you on day 50 (the real day 50)!
Day 48: Thursday March 3rd, 2022
Daily Quote: There is not problem outside of you that is superior to the power within you.
Breakfast: English muffin with peanut butter and homemade strawberry rhubarb jam + Burn + Biocell Life Immune
AM Snack: Protein Shake with Green and Reds Powder, Trebiotic and Fiber
45 Outside Workout: Walk with Jax and Opie - POURING RAIN
Lunch: English muffin with tuna and Everything But The Bagel seasoning (YUM!) + Burn
45min Inside Workout: 45 Minute Advanced Full Body Strength Workout on Peloton App
PM Snack: Carmel Chocolate Almond Kind Bar and Black Tea
Dinner: Sea Scallops, peas and onions and teaser salad with homemade dressing + Burn
Dessert: Biocell Life Chews, Probiotic Pixie Stick and Trim Chocolate Pudding
Reading: Change your questions, change your life.
Gallon of Water: Easy peesy.
See you on day 49!
Day 47: Wednesday March 2nd, 2022
Daily Quote: There is a future version of you who is really proud that you were strong enough.
Breakfast: English muffin with peanut butter and homemade strawberry rhubarb jam + Burn + Biocell Life Immune
45 Outside Workout: Walk with Jax and Opie - POURING RAIN
Lunch: English muffin with tuna and Everything But The Bagel seasoning (YUM!) + Burn
45min Inside Workout: DISNEY Workout on Peloton App... and yes, I sang the entire time
PM Snack: Carmel Chocolate Almond Kind Bar and Skinny Latte
Dinner: Tuna and Oikos Mixed Berry Yogurt (the best flavor) + Burn Supplement
Dessert: Biocell Life Chews, Probiotic Pixie Stick and Trim Chocolate Pudding
Reading: Change your questions, change your life.
Gallon of Water: Done.
See you on day 48!
Day 46: Tuesday March 1st, 2022
Daily Quote: I love the smell of possibility in the morning.
Breakfast: English muffin with creamed cheese and Everything But The Bagel seasoning from Trader Joes + Burn + Biocell Life Immune (to keep me healthy post travel)
45min Inside Workout: Circuit workout: Focus core and lifting the knees up higher for wall/rope climbs
45 Outside Workout: Walk with Jax and Opie
Lunch: Banza Chickpea spaghetti with olive oil, garlic salt and shrimp + Burn
PM Snack: Carmel Chocolate Almond Kind Bar
Dinner: Pan seared scallops and peas/onions + Burn Supplement
Dessert: Biocell Life Chews, Probiotic Pixie Stick and Trim Chocolate Pudding
Reading: Change your questions, change your life. - Enjoying it so far!
Gallon of Water: No problem today.
If you want more info on any of the products I am using to help me in the journey, please reach out. They are amazing and I feel fantastic. I have a $10 coupon to share too!
See you on day 47!
Day 45: Monday February 28, 2022
Daily Quote: Start today. 3 months from now you will thank yourself.
Breakfast: English muffin with creamed cheese and Everything But The Bagel seasoning from Trader Joes + Burn + Biocell Life Immune (to keep me healthy post travel)
45min Outside Workout: Recovery run in the POURING RAIN! (Oh, Seattle...)
Lunch: Banza Chickpea spaghetti with shrimp + Burn
45min Inside Workout: Pilates on the reformer... and man did it feel fantastic!
PM Snack: Carmel Chocolate Almond Kind Bar
Dinner: Falafel sandwich from Tanoor with hummer + CARB BLOCKER (a huge help in this journey!!!) + Burn Supplement
Dessert: Biocell Life Chews, Probiotic Pixie Stick and Trim Chocolate Pudding
Reading: NEW BOOK!!! Change your questions, change your life.
Gallon of Water: Done! Back to normal!
If you want more info on any of the products I am using to help me in the journey, please reach out. They are amazing and I feel fantastic. I have a $10 coupon to share too!
See you on day 46!
Day 44: Sunday February 27, 2022
Daily Quote: I got this.
Breakfast: English muffin with creamed cheese and Everything But The Bagel seasoning from Trader Joes (SO OBSESSED) + Pineapple + Burn + Biocell Life Chews
55min Outside Workout: 3.5+ Mile Obstacle Course Mud RUN!!
Lunch: English muffin with butter and 2 scoops protein in light apple juice (literally running out the door to the airport) + Burn
45min Inside Workout: Walked 30 minutes around the airport at a fast pace with 2 heavy bags. Then did 20 minutes of yoga and stretching, yes, right in the middle of the airport. I got several questions, 1 person joined in and got many many odd looks. Being super dirty and wearing my race headband didn't help the situation. It wasn't nearly as bad, though, as getting on the wrong rental car bus and making an entire bus of people stop, watch you dig out your suitcase from the bottom of the pile and then walk if shame off the crowded bus knocking everyone with your bags on the way out... oh yes, that was me today.
PM Snack: Carmel Chocolate Almond Kind Bar on the plane and crackers with cheese at the airport (There was NO food available at the airport aside from the little stores- UGH)
Dinner: Bean Taco from Taco Time (I had nothing to go at home and picked the healthiest option I could think of. I wasn't hungry but I knew I would feel terrible the next day if I didn't get enough calories) + Burn Supplement
Dessert: Biocell Life Chews, Probiotic Pixie Stick and Trim Chocolate Pudding
Reading: And the Clients Went Wild Chapter - FINISHED!! Book 2!
Gallon of Water: Tough today but I got in done at the last minute. I peed 4 times on a 3 hour flight... I think they thought I had an issue LOL
See you on day 45!
Day 43: Saturday February 26, 2022
Daily Quote: It always feels impossible until it's done.
Spartan Super Day!!! Today was a blast. I had a great race. I am so excited to run tomorrow, in the Sprint. Loving the Arizona sun and warmth. 75 and Sunny! Which was great because I accidently locked the keys in the rental car and had an unexpected hour of sunbathing in the parking lot waiting for a locksmith. My life, ladies and gentlemen.
Breakfast: English muffin with creamed cheese + 2 scoops protein in light apple juice
2 x 45min Outside Workout: 6.5+ mile obstacle course mud run!!!
Lunch: 1 plain steak taco with onions... I was standing next to this random girl after the race that offered me a taco. Obviously, I had to take it. We are friends now, her name is Nicole. That's definitely a great way to win me over :)
Also, had half of 1 grilled chicken what-a-chicken sandwich from What-A-Burger. This was all nostalgia for me. I miss Texas and my fam there. It was also a compromize from In-N-Out, which I am avoiding during this challenge. HOWEVER.... That's 2 successful trips into In-N-Out territory, choosing not to eat there, without feeling restricted, punished or feeling like binging. And to be honest, I barelly thought about it.. only when driving and seeing the signs. Otherwise, it didn't even cross my mind. I can't even explain how much progress this is from the food obsessed, secret eating, binger that I used to be. It's absolutely the best feeling in the world… FREEDOM!! I was able to focus on my races and enjoying my time with super longtime, great friend Tracy and her beautiful family.. doesn't that sound better than spending my time obsessing about a cheesburger and fries? Intuitive eating has absolutly changed my entire life. SO. Greatful.
Side Note: While I acknowledge I am not following the strict rules of the traditional 75 Hard Challenge, I am creating my own version that allows for intuitive eating practices, forgiveness, true self growth, love, understanding, gratitude and happiness. I am so happy with my results so far and I believe I can help so many people with this approach. If you would like to join the next 75 Day Challenge with me, Heart and Grit Style, please comment below and I will let you know when we are planning to start.
PM Snack: Kind Carmel Bar
Dinner: 2 scoops protein in light apple juice + 1 cup lo mein noodles with shrimp and 1/4 cup white rice (Travel/Recovery Meal) + Burn Supplement
Dessert: Biocell Life Chews, Probiotic Pixie Stick and Trim Chocolate Pudding
Reading: And the Clients Went Wild Chapter 16
Gallon of Water: Easy when it's 80* out and you're running in dirt. More Water Please!!
See you on day 44!
Day 42: Friday February 25, 2022
Daily Quote: WE ARE SPARTA!
Breakfast: English muffin with creamed cheese and Everything But The Bagel seasoning from Trader Joes (SO OBSESSED) + Burn + Biocell Collagen Sport + Aloe and Iron
45min Inside Workout: Mobility and Pilates
45min Outside Workout: Walked Jax and Opie
Lunch: Tuna Sandwich with Everything But The Bagel seasoning and carrots, veggies and ranch dip + Burn
PM Snack: Oikos mixed berry yogurt
Dinner: Steak Salad from Cafe Rio (Travel Meal) + Burn Supplement
Dessert: Biocell Life Chews, Probiotic Pixie Stick and Trim Chocolate Pudding
Reading: And the Clients Went Wild Chapter 15
Gallon of Water: Managed to get in done even while traveling!! PROGRESS!
See you on day 43! SPARTAN TOMORROW!!!!
Day 41: Thursday February 24, 2022
Daily Quote: Don't wait for something to happen. Make it happen.
Breakfast: English muffin with creamed cheese and Everything But The Bagel seasoning from Trader Joes (SO OBSESSED) + Burn + Biocell Collagen Sport + Aloe and Iron
45min Outside Workout: Walked Jax and Opie
AM Snack: Bell Peppers, ranch dip, Oikos yogurt and Burn
Lunch: Tuna with Everything But The Bagel seasoning and carrots + Burn
PM Snack: Carmel Almond Sea Salt Bar - I ate it in the car and forgot to take a pic. But it was delicious.
Dinner: Roasted asparagus with balsamic, Oiikos Yogurt, Carrots, ranch dip and apple sauce + Burn Supplement
I am leaving town tomorrow and need to clean out the fridge. So this is what I had. I enjoyed the variety.
Dessert: Biocell Life Chews, Probiotic Pixie Stick and Trim Chocolate Pudding
Reading: And the Clients Went Wild Chapter 13
Gallon of Water: I was chugging water until 11pm but I got it done! Annnnd I only had to get up twice at night to pee.
See you on day 42! Headed to Arizona for more Spartan races!!
Day 40: Wednesday February 23, 2022
Daily Quote: Strength is what we gain from the madness we survive.
Breakfast: English muffin with butter + Burn + Biocell Collagen Sport + Aloe and Iron
45min Inside Workout: Resistance Ropes and Pulls Workout
45min Outside Workout: Walked Jax and Opie in the FREEZING cold
AM Snack: Protein Shake with Green and Reds Powder, Trebiotic and Fiber
Lunch: Skinny Vanilla latte and Carmel Kind Bar + Burn
My day went alittle cra cra as usual and I didnt have my lunch packed... so moved my snack up to lunch. No big deal.
PM Snack: (Lunch) Apple and Peanut Butter (Adams No Stir)
Dinner: 2 scoops of vegan protein in light apple juice + Burn Supplement
Dessert: Biocell Life Chews, Probiotic Pixie Stick and Trim Chocolate Pudding
Reading: And the Clients Went Wild Chapter 12
Gallon of Water: 1.25 gallons today! Thank you allergy meds for making me super thirsty! Haha.
See you on day 41!
Day 39: Tuesday February 22, 2022
Daily Quote: Don't let later become never.
Breakfast: English muffin with creamed cheese and Everything But The Bagel seasoning from Trader Joes (SO OBSESSED) + Burn + Biocell Collagen Sport + Aloe and Iron
45min Outside Workout: Walked Jax and Opie
AM Snack: Protein Shake with Green and Reds Powder, Trebiotic and Fiber
Lunch: Chickpea pasta with marinara sauce, shrimp and mushrooms + Burn
45min Inside Workout: Resistance circuit workout
PM Snack: Dark Chocolate and Almond Kind Bar
Dinner: 2 scoops of vegan protein in light apple juice + Burn Supplement