Meadows Cozy Corner
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Mixed-Method 75 | Day 8
But today, I deep cleaned the carpets in the living room and master bedroom—a 4-hour functional movement marathon of vacuuming, lifting, pouring, and walking back and forth—yet my watch only tracked 2,000 steps! I just don’t get it. Continue reading
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Mixed-Method 75 | Day 7
I felt a little better, enough to get back on the horse again, so to speak. My daughter and a couple of her school friends came with me to the rec center because they wanted to work out together. While… Continue reading
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Mixed-Method 75 | Day 6
I hurt. Every inhale and exhale hurt. I couldn’t work out. I could barely make it through the day—just breathing was a challenge. Continue reading
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Mixed-Method 75 | Day 5
Watching my daughter move through the poses with ease was amazing and inspiring—to be so young and perfectly flexible! I think she had fun because she got to laugh at me! Continue reading
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Mixed-Method 75 | Day 4
Today was hard. I was sore, tired, and struggled to get up this morning. I just wanted to sleep and lounge all day like a kitten. I didn’t have time to walk the full 2 miles and figured I’d catch… Continue reading
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Mixed-Method 75 | Day 3
Today was hard and disappointing—I thought I would have exceeded 10,000 steps, but I didn’t. According to 75 Hard rules, I should start over—but forget that! This is already challenging enough without forced do-overs. Continue reading
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Mixed-Method 75 | Day 2
I kept reminding myself that baby steps are okay. At least I’m moving, and with time, it will get easier and longer. I didn’t get to where I am overnight, and I won’t get to where I want to be… Continue reading
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Mixed-Method 75 | Day 1
The first day is always the hardest, and doing it when daylight savings kicks in—losing an hour of sleep—didn’t make it any easier! Normally, I don’t hit 14,000+ steps in a day, but grocery shopping and running errands helped rack… Continue reading
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75 Hard vs. 75 Soft: The Challenge That’s Taking Over Social Media
After months of chaos—work, my dissertation, and illness — I needed a reset. Weighing over 200 pounds for the first time ever, I created my Mixed-Method 75: a stress-free, balanced approach to fitness, mindfulness, and self-discipline. Let’s redefine the challenge! Continue reading
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The Dark Side of Productivity: Avoiding the Workaholic Trap
True productivity isn’t just about working hard — it’s about knowing when to stop. A workaholic can’t unplug, but real efficiency comes from balance. Rest isn’t the enemy of success; it’s the fuel that sustains it. Work smart, pause, and… Continue reading
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