Yves Lanot

How to Master the 75 Hard Phase 1 Indoor/Outdoor Rule

Workout Schedule Deep Dive: How to Master the 75 Hard Phase 1 Indoor/Outdoor Rule 3 PM on a Saturday. My family needs a ride to the amusement park. Drop-off at 3, pickup at 9:30 PM. Right in the middle of when I’d normally get my …

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The Mental Game: How 75 Hard Phase 1 Builds Unbreakable Mental Toughness

The Mental Game Mile 4 on the treadmill. I want to quit. I’ve already run 18 miles this morning. My second workout of the day is supposed to be 10 miles on what runners lovingly call the “dreadmill.” My legs feel surprisingly fine—no aches, no …

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First Week Lessons: What 75 Hard Phase 1 Taught Me About Real Habit Formation

What 75 Hard Phase 1 Taught Me About Real Habit Formation 10:30 PM. I’m sitting at my desk, staring at a blank screen. I’ve already crushed two workouts, put in a full day of work, spent quality time with my family, and hit most of …

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The Two-Workout Rule: Why This 75 Hard Phase 1 Requirement Changed How I Think About Time

Day 7 Update: What seemed impossible a week ago is starting to feel… normal? A week into 75 Hard Phase 1, and I’ll be honest – the two-workout rule felt like the most ridiculous requirement when I started. Two separate workouts? At least three hours …

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The Science Behind Managing Inner Dialogue

In Steve Magness’s “Do Hard Things,” he reveals that our minds aren’t unified command centers – they’re more like a collection of different voices competing for attention. Think of it like the Pixar movie “Inside Out,” where Joy, Sadness, Anger, and Fear all vie for …

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Pre-Performance Rituals: Why Elite Athletes Use ‘Meaningless’ Routines Before Competition

Why Elite Athletes Use ‘Meaningless’ Routines Before Competition As a way to better internalize the book I am currently reading, I will be writing about each section I read on this blog. Let me know your thoughts. The eighteenth green at our club holds twenty …

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Day 2 – Why I Started 75 Hard

I’ve been here before. Starting a challenge with good intentions, seeing some results, feeling motivated… and then watching it all slowly fade away until I’m back where I started. The 6-week challenge. My own “Sprint 45.” Hell, I’ve probably started and stopped more fitness routines …

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Day 1 – 75 Hard Phase 1 – We Are Back at It

In 2024 I did my first 75 hard and finished all the phases to round out the live hard year. It was very transformational for me. Not just in physical but more in my mentals. Now every year I want to always do 75 hard …

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Cold Shower Experience, 15 Days in

I’ve always read about the never ending benefits of cold showers but I’ve always been selective on when I wanted to try it. I’ve always given excuses like it’s too cold to do it during this time and maybe I’ll do in during summer. I’ve …

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Developing Consistency in Fitness Habits

Developing Consistency in Fitness Habits They say “practice makes perfect,” and when it comes to fitness habits, consistency is key. Developing a consistent fitness routine can be challenging, but with the right mindset and strategies, you can make it a part of your lifestyle. By …

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