Misc Crew: Attempting to Achieve God Mode (30 day challenge)

[silkysmoothe]

Took a hot shower to wash, then chilled water for 1-2 mins, then all the way cold for 2 mins.

Was all I could handle, felt invigorated afterward though. Will gradually increase the cold intervals and intensity as my body adapts.

its honestly easier to start on luke warm and not hot. Once you get used to luke warm slowly go colder until its like ice water. Feelssogoodman

[Aussie_James]

Do most of the things in the op everyday.. Anyone want to aware me on what this no shampoo business is? Can't really see the benefit of that.

[RotatorCuffBrah]

Do most of the things in the op everyday.. Anyone want to aware me on what this no shampoo business is? Can't really see the benefit of that.

This.

Just googled and found http://forum.bodybuilding.com/showth...4356261&page=1 re cold shower so will be giving that a try later. Does cold shower also count PWO?

[SkylarO]

In on this.

Daily (Starting August 30th)
-Cold showers
-Wake up an hour earlier than normal
-No fast food
-No Fap/Porn
-Cardio every night
-Meditate when I wake up, and before bed
-Save at least $200 of each paycheck

Let's get this going.

[Jayczzz]

Cold showers are the ****. I had some insomnia today because of some family problems and woke up feeling like crap. After the cold shower was in a good mood and energized.
Gonna meditate 20 minutes then start studying. Big exam in 3-5 days.

[Pieterr]

trying to get there, slowly incorporating habits in daily routine

[SkylarO]

Got all my chit setup on Chains.cc. Lets the gains commence

[Pieterr]

Interesting vid with some great ideas, maybe a bit too elaborate for some, but worth watching



+ http://www.kratosguide.com/16-habits...-do-every-day/

great post on daily habits, site has also posts on meditation and some deeper stuff

[629]

Do most of the things in the op everyday.. Anyone want to aware me on what this no shampoo business is? Can't really see the benefit of that.

Shampoo strips natural, healthy oils from your hair. Instead of using shampoo what you should do is really scrub your hair/scalp under hot water for a minute or two to wash out any dirt. I also like finishing up with some cold water. I can't remember the last time I used shampoo.

[RandyT2010]

Been doing some of these things the last couple of days without being aware of this thread but in... For sure

Couple of things I have been doing that helped

Progressive overload your meditation just like it was any other lift
Like today do 2sets of 8minutes
Tommorow do 2 sets of 8min 5 secs

Eventually getting to two 20 minute sessions.

Contrast shower makes it alot easier for those just getting into cold shower , also when you turn the water from hot to cold do it in small intervals and always let the water change temp as its hitting the back of your neck, as this will let the rest of your body adapt quickly.

I do alot of Raquetball mobility and stretching stuff , if your interested in that look up Kelly starrett on YouTube .

Lift heavy! For aesthetics and strength

[Fittler]

Write down 3-5 things that you will achieve the next day before you go to sleep. This has been great for me personally.

Ensures you are constantly on top of your life.

[SnackzTheGreat]

want to try this, but want to see if OP actually experiences anything after like 30 days

[Greg14]

Just had a cold shower and meditated, now to finish packing and move cities, moving into residence tomorrow for uni!

[Nikhiln25]

Intense 6AM workout followed by a ice cold shower is the best feeling in the world. I feel so pumped throughout my day

[slinshot]

Intense 6AM workout followed by a ice cold shower is the best feeling in the world. I feel so pumped throughout my day

Formerly from NJ in Miami now, water does not necessarily get cold? will try this for the next 17 days I'm home.

IN!

Any feedback on the no-shampoo??

[629]

what's a good morning stretch routine you guys could recommend?

[BenGetReal]

In on this. I seriously need to work on getting in bed earlier.

[Jayczzz]

Hey guys. Did everything I set out to today, kept me busy.
My grandmother died today and meditation helped me to get my mind clear since for some hours I felt like I couldn't think.
Here's a quote I want to share with you that usually helps me to get through bad times, and it helped alot today:

"I once read a book about Zen. In Zen, you know, they don’t teach with a lot of explanation. For instance, if a monk is falling asleep during meditation, they come with a stick and “whack!” they give him a hit on the back. When the erring disciple is hit, he shows his gratitude by thanking the attendant. In Zen practice one is taught to be thankful for all the feelings which give one the opportunity to develop." - Ajahn Chah

So, remember, every pain, annoyance, distraction, is an opportunity to get better, to develop discipline, to develop endurance, focus. So we should always try and be grateful, no matter how hard it gets.
Gonna head out to bed. Good luck for the rest of the month, God Mode Crew.

[Greg14]

Hey guys. Did everything I set out to today, kept me busy.
My grandmother died today and meditation helped me to get my mind clear since for some hours I felt like I couldn't think.
Here's a quote I want to share with you that usually helps me to get through bad times, and it helped alot today:

"I once read a book about Zen. In Zen, you know, they don’t teach with a lot of explanation. For instance, if a monk is falling asleep during meditation, they come with a stick and “whack!” they give him a hit on the back. When the erring disciple is hit, he shows his gratitude by thanking the attendant. In Zen practice one is taught to be thankful for all the feelings which give one the opportunity to develop." - Ajahn Chah

So, remember, every pain, annoyance, distraction, is an opportunity to get better, to develop discipline, to develop endurance, focus. So we should always try and be grateful, no matter how hard it gets.
Gonna head out to bed. Good luck for the rest of the month, God Mode Crew.

Great post, repped

[SkylarO]

God Mode going good Misc. I think we're gonna make it

[Azn00Superman]

in.

[spunjie]

In on this.

Also adding a daily dose of apple cider vinegar to my sups.... And reading. Lots of reading

[jmcdizzle44]

Aware me on meditation???

[dave.mc]

In on starting this for the whole of September, aiming to give up alcohol for the month as well

[Hrcules]

faaark bros.


had one day off work since thursday 2 weeks ago..

the next day im off is tuesday in 2 weeks.

shyt is really tiring me.

deload week starts next week.

cant seem to motivate myself to do anything besides chilling and reading, until i get some days off..

[Greg14]

faaark bros.


had one day off work since thursday 2 weeks ago..

the next day im off is tuesday in 2 weeks.

shyt is really tiring me.

deload week starts next week.

cant seem to motivate myself to do anything besides chilling and reading, until i get some days off..

If you go to bed a little early, get up a little early, and meditate and take a cold shower, in two weeks you'll be glad you did. All I'm hearing are excuses, we all go through things like that so you need to just do it. There will never be the perfect time to start these things, the time is NOW

[Jayczzz]

cant seem to motivate myself to do anything besides chilling and reading, until i get some days off..

You don't have to wake up much earlier. If you're gonna meditate 10 minutes, just wake up 20 minutes earlier. It's not that much, and 20 minutes of sleep isn't gonna make you alot more rested.
I personally don't meditate in the morning, I do it right before or after lunch, and then before going to bed. You can do it this way if it fits your schedule better.

[629]

Starting Tuesday I am going to get up at least an hour earlier than I normally do and talk a walk/jog around my neighborhood. Come back home and stretch out > meditate > contrast shower > eat. Bam can't start the day any better. Got the idea about walking from Elliot Hulse.

[Budjola]

Inb4 op is dead after 30 days. Stay safe

[cnatboy]

Been trying to keep up as best I can so far but I'm starting my 30 day counter Tuesday. Had surgery Friday been on ******** 5x a day since for pain (had pins drilled into my hand, bad fracture). Gonna have to deal with rebound effect and some pain when I go off the pain meds, gotta get back to work tues tho and can't show up high on pain meds.

Cold showers have been feeling fuarking awesome regardless, but I've been hung up in bed since fri morning. We're all gonna make it tho brahs, omw to God Mode soon!