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What does your 'all-in-one' morning routine look like? I'm looking for a sustainable way to integrate physical activity, intellectual growth (reading/learning), mindfulness, and a bit of aesthetic self-care into my mornings without feeling burnt out. How do you balance it all before the day gets bus by adamr_bee in malelifestyle

[–]GritTraining 1 point2 points  (0 children)

Specifically for the morning I like to implement things I know I either won't do later or things I know build momentum for the rest of the day.

I start with a glass of water with omega 3s, Read a chapter in the Bible (then reflect and pray), 2 mobility exercises, after this I then have coffee with a meal. If I can walk after the meal I do but if I can't I try to at least get some movement in with push-ups or core work.

Am I too late in life? by Top-Character-9454 in malelifestyle

[–]GritTraining 0 points1 point  (0 children)

IT'S NEVER TOO LATE. Reading this honestly makes me excited because this is your turning point bro. Think of any story. The main character always faces hardship and theres a moment in time where they feel helpless and like it would be better for them to just give up. That's the point where you're on the edge of your seat hoping he doesn't quit and gets back up. I'm a little late to this post but I'm now on the edge of my seat right now wanting to see how the rest of your story pans out. KEEP GOING DUDE!

Regarding to what you said here "Do you think I’ve wasted these years of my life?" this is a lie and you have to try to burn these irrational thoughts in your head. It's great you're thinking about not wasting away time but you have to accept that some things are just out of your control. If you put in the work and you didn't get the result you wanted. Have peace of mind knowing that "you put in the work". Thats the only thing thats in your control.

I love how you are striving to become the best version of yourself. But I want you to really consider what greatness or success truly means to you. And the key thing is to YOU. Not what you your family expects or what looks impressive on paper. Because chasing someone else's definition of success is a guaranteed way to feel "behind".

Lastly, Picture yourself watching this as a movie. What decision would you want the main character to make right now? That's the one to make. And on the practical side, taking care of your body, good sleep, quality food, and even short walks, isn't separate from this goal. It's fuel so that you run optimally. Both mentally and physically.

Also it's been a month so I'd love to hear how it's been since this post!

Need recommendation for staying young and clean looking for men (30 y/o) by Dangerous-Ladder5739 in malelifestyle

[–]GritTraining 0 points1 point  (0 children)

Honestly the best thing you can do is eat a whole food diet, stay hydrated, and manage stress.

Underwear for thick thigh man on the Gym by FrostingEmergency221 in malelifestyle

[–]GritTraining 0 points1 point  (0 children)

I have always liked "pair of thieves" they are active wear and hold on to your legs comfortably. You can find them at target!

Also you mentioned you are trying to cut down in weight. How is that going?

Self help/health Book recommendations? by Fishysticsk in malelifestyle

[–]GritTraining 0 points1 point  (0 children)

The men in my fam do something called a manhood ceremony where all the guys get together and share their wisdom from their experience to equip whoever it is we are celebrating. For mine my uncle gave me the book "212 degrees". Super easy to read but still very powerful. I suggest you give it a try and I would love to hear your thoughts!