WHY DO THE HARD 30 CHALLENGE
Ulrich Preisinger • January 14, 2025
WHY MOST NEW YEAR'S RESOLUTIONS FAIL AND WHAT TO DO ABOUT IT.
Research shows that only 9% of people who make resolutions complete them, with 23% throwing in the towel by the end of the first week, and 43% by the end of January. How do you make them stick?
Here at CrossFit Quinte, we have numerous members who took on the Hard 30 Challenge. This 30 Challenge offers a structured and disciplined approach to help increase the likelihood of sticking to resolutions by providing a clear framework for success. Unlike vague or broad resolutions, the challenge sets specific, measurable goals over a manageable 30-day period, making it easier to track progress and maintain motivation. It incorporates elements such as daily exercise, healthy eating, and personal development, which collectively contribute to holistic well-being. Additionally, the social aspect of participating in a challenge often fosters a sense of community and accountability, encouraging participants to persevere even when their motivation wanes.
Do you constantly put others before yourself? Do you flake out on workouts? Are you always pledging to eat better? (Next week) Do you drink alcohol every week or even every day? Are you wasting time on nonsense that gets you nowhere? Do you know deep down that you’re not being the best version of yourself that you could be?
Then setting a 30 Day Challenge is for you.
This is not a diet. This is not a fitness challenge. Inspired by the “75 Hard,” this is a mental toughness program for when you’re tired of your own excuse making, procrastinating and feeling stuck.
By making the commitment to start the year off with the Hard 30 you will:
1. Gain trust in yourself by doing what you say you’re going to do.
2. Build confidence in yourself and your abilities.
3. Get more done and wasting time on meaningless things.
4. Take ownership of your life and your choices.
5. Overhaul the way you think and act and eat.
6. Enjoy better physical and mental health.
7. Unearth the best version of YOU.
The Hard 30 is hard, it has to be. The easy road gets you nowhere. For 30 days you will commit to:
a. Drinking 16 ounces of water before anything else goes in your mouth?
b. Physical activity 2 times per day.
c. Eat real food, no highly processed foods, deep fried foods and avoid sugar. I’m not going to endorse any diet such as Mediterranean, Paleo, Keto, Vegan, Vegetarian etc. The basic guideline is focusing on lean proteins, complex carbohydrates, healthy fats, and fiber-rich foods, which will provide your body with the nutrients it needs to thrive. Supplements like protein powder, creatine, pre-workouts are okay.
d. No alcohol
e. Read 10 or more pages daily of none fiction books in the self-help genre.
f. A personal challenge of your choosing.
g. Engage 10 minutes or more daily in the following: mindful practice, meditation, or a breathing practice such as box breathing.
Inspiration provided by:
Coach Rick
The CrossFit Quinte Team
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PS. Please seek the advise of your physician before starting any fitness program.
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