The Homestead Challenge Podcast | Suburban Homesteading, Gardening, Food From Scratch, Sustainable Living

Ep 131. You Can't Homestead When it Hurts


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In this episode, we’re getting real about something that doesn’t get talked about enough: how your physical health impacts your ability to homestead, parent, and keep a household running. We’re not machines—we do this work with our bodies, and when we’re in pain, low-energy, or just plain burnt out, everything feels harder.

That’s why I’m ditching the all-or-nothing intensity of 75 Hard and doing my own version: 10 Weeks Hard. It’s a realistic, flexible challenge focused on consistency and wellness—not aesthetics or perfection. I’m sharing my five personal rules, why they matter, and how you can modify them to fit your own life.

Whether you're thinking about starting something similar or just need a nudge to prioritize your health this season, this episode is for you.

🧡 What We Cover:

  • Why I’m not doing 75 Hard—but still wanted a challenge

  • The 10 Weeks Hard rules I’m following

  • What “real food” actually means to me (hint: it’s flexible!)

  • Why one workout has to be outdoors

  • The mindset shift that makes all of this feel empowering, not punishing

  • How I’m tracking progress and inviting you in

     

    📝 Want to Try This Too?

    You don’t have to follow all five rules—just pick one or two that would make you feel better and start there. If you're doing your own version, tag me on Instagram @brittanylgibson or come tell us about it in The Homestead Collective!

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