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Started the day the right way — progress photo done, water started, and straight out to the running track. Jen joined me this morning and we kept each other going through the session 💪

I’ve noticed I only really get going towards the end, so today I pushed harder on that last lap… and it felt great. That’s where the progress is.

This afternoon it’s an isotonic workout with the iso bow (home-made by Jen… and just as good as anything you can buy!). No excuses when you can make your own gear.

But here’s the best part of today…

I popped into the marina office and a local Greek lady stopped me and said she’s been following the challenge on Facebook and feels inspired to join us.

She’s starting with us on Monday.

That’s what this is all about 👊

You never know who’s watching… or who you might inspire just by showing up every day.

Let’s keep it going.

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The motivation from Day 1? Gone.
 The excitement? Fading.
 Now it’s all about discipline.

Today started strong with a 13km bike ride, setting the tone early. But the real challenge isn’t physical anymore… it’s mental. This is the phase where most people start to slip—cut corners, ease off, and eventually quit.

Not happening here.

In today’s video, I talk about:

•  Why Day 16 is a danger zone
•  The quiet excuses that creep in 
•  How I’m staying locked in and consistent 
•  Lessons from Atomic Habits that are helping me stay on track 

This isn’t about motivation anymore…
 This is about showing up no matter what.

💪 75 Hard Daily Progress

✅ 13km Bike Ride (Workout 1)
 ⏳ Second workout pending
 ✅ Clean eating – no cheats
 ✅ Water intake on track
 ✅ Progress photo done
 📖 Reading: Atomic Habits

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 What day are you on?

Let’s keep pushing.

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After dealing with a recent knee issue, I made the decision to take a smarter approach to running — starting back with a Couch to 10K session to rebuild strength properly rather than going all-out too soon.

What started as a steady 30-minute session quickly turned into something more…

I kept going.

Ran back to the marina… added a few extra laps… and ended up hitting 9KM!

From injury… to progress.

This is what 75 Hard is all about — adapting, staying disciplined, and showing up no matter what.

✅ 2 Workouts Completed
 ✅ Clean Eating
 ✅ Water Intake Done
 ✅ Progress Photo Taken
 📖 Just reading left to finish the day

If you're on your own journey — fitness, mindset, or life in general — stick with it. Consistency beats everything.

👉 Follow along daily as I document the full 75 Hard journey from our boat life in Crete.

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Started the day strong with a bike session, getting the legs and lungs working as usual—until a puncture stopped me in my tracks. Most people would’ve called it there… but not today.

Swapped straight into my running shoes and got back out for a walk/run session to finish what I started.

This is what 75 HARD is really about—discipline, adaptability, and refusing to quit when things go wrong.

I also dive deeper into lessons from Atomic Habits and how building solid systems keeps you on track even when motivation drops.

✅ Two workouts (no excuses)
 ✅ Clean eating
 ✅ Nearly a gallon of water
 ✅ Progress photo done
 ✅ No alcohol

Day 14 complete… and we keep moving forward.

If you're on your own journey—fitness, mindset, or life—follow along daily for real, unfiltered progress.

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75 HARD Day 13 – Building Discipline & Momentum

Day 13 of the 75 Hard challenge and the routine is starting to feel natural. After getting back on track, today was about staying consistent despite tough weather conditions.

With rain setting in, the outdoor workout came early — a 13.5km bike ride — following up on yesterday’s 15km session and Bullworker workout.

In this episode, I also dive into:

•  The Bullworker Iso-Bow and how it works 
•  Why it’s perfect for small spaces and travel 
•  Lessons from Atomic Habits
•  Why discipline beats motivation every time 

This challenge is about building habits, structure, and mental toughness — one day at a time.

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Day 12 of my 75 Hard journey… and this was a close one. After a strong, productive day — early workout, filming and editing, clean eating, second workout completed — everything was on track. But at 10pm, I realised I hadn’t taken my daily progress photos. That’s an instant fail. 

In this episode, I talk about how easy it is to slip up, not because something is difficult, but because you lose focus for just a moment. It’s often the small things — the forgotten tasks — that can undo all your hard work.I also share:

• My workouts for the day, including a Bullworker X5 session 

• Starting Atomic Habits by James Clear and why it’s already making an impact 

• How small, consistent actions are shaping this journey. This challenge continues to reinforce one key lesson — success isn’t built on big moments, it’s built on getting the small things right every single day.

 It’s not the big mistakes that reset you… it’s the small ones you didn’t think mattered.

🎧 Follow along as I document the full 75 Hard journey — the highs, the struggles, and everything in between. 

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Day 11 of 75 Hard… and this is where everything starts to change.

After pushing through the mental struggle on Day 10, I’m back in the zone. Energy is high, motivation is there, and more importantly — discipline is taking over. Even with a busy day filming and working on podcasts, everything just seemed to fall into place.

Starting earlier made a huge difference.

In this video, I share:

•  How getting ahead of the day changed everything 
•  My two bike workouts (13.7km + 11.7km) 
•  Why consistency is starting to feel natural 
•  Finishing Relentless and what I took from it 
•  How this challenge is shifting my mindset 

This is the stage where it stops being a struggle… and starts becoming who you are.

💥 Key takeaway: You don’t wait to feel ready — you act, and the feeling follows.

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Some days you wake up motivated… and some days you really don’t.

Day 10 of my 75 Hard journey was one of those tough mental battles. After a full morning of filming and editing, I found myself struggling to get that first workout in. The hardest part wasn’t the exercise — it was getting into the right mindset.

But I did it anyway.

In this episode, I talk about pushing through resistance, forcing action when motivation isn’t there, and how even a small workout can completely shift your mood and mindset. I also share how getting ahead of the day today — with an early 13.7km bike ride — made everything feel easier, more positive, and more in control.

This challenge is about more than fitness. It’s about discipline, consistency, and building a mindset that carries over into every part of life.

If you’ve ever struggled to “feel like it” — this episode is for you.

What I cover:

•  The mental battle of starting when you don’t feel like it 
•  How action creates motivation (not the other way around) 
•  The power of getting your first win early in the day 
•  How 75 Hard is changing my mindset and outlook 

Remember: You don’t need to feel ready… just start.

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Day 9 is complete… and the momentum is starting to build.

In this episode, I break down yesterday’s training — walking and biking — and talk about what it really means to stay consistent when the initial motivation starts to fade. Every task is done, every box ticked, and I’m feeling good, focused, and fully on track.

This is the stage where discipline takes over.

If you’re on your own journey — whether it’s fitness, business, or mindset — this episode will remind you why consistency beats motivation every single time.

🔥 Inside this episode:

•  My Day 8 training recap (walking & biking) 
•  Completing all 75 Hard tasks with zero compromise 
•  The mindset shift from motivation to discipline 
•  Why most people fall off around this stage 
•  How to stay locked in and keep moving forward 

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We’ve launched a brand-new Patreon — The Virolis Project — where you can follow along behind the scenes, get deeper insights, and take on the challenges yourself.

This isn’t just about watching… it’s about becoming part of it.

🎯 If you’re ready to build real discipline and push yourself further, you’re in the right place.

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Day 8 is where it gets real.

The motivation fades. The excitement wears off. And for most people… this is where they stop.

In today’s episode, we dive into the moment that separates those who start from those who finish. This isn’t about fitness—it’s about mental toughness, discipline, and learning how to keep going when every part of you wants to quit.

If you’ve ever struggled to stay consistent, if you’ve ever told yourself “I’ll start again Monday,” this episode is for you.

You’ll learn:

•  Why resistance is actually a sign of progress 
•  How to silence the voice that tells you to quit 
•  What it really takes to build unshakable discipline 
•  Why completing 75 Hard can completely transform your life 

This is the turning point.

The question is… will you push through it?

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Part of the 75 Hard Daily Podcast Series – 75 Days to a New Standard

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