UnCrushTip™ of the Day
Some people are all about the rise & grind. Do not feel compelled to join them in their dangerous crusade. Just rising is a pretty big deal, sans grind. I like to take at least an hour on that step alone. I might meditate a bit, or just lay in bed wondering if Professional Sleeper is a real job, or was that something I dreamt. Heck, it’s possible I may still be dreaming at this point. Once you’re confident that you are actually awake, you’ll need at least another half hour to stretch before you even consider getting after it. Don’t forget the glutes. The grind is really tough on the hip flexors. Once you’re feeling loose and limber, you might think it’s finally grind time, but don’t forget your visualization exercises! Make sure you really understand the grindscape before leaping in. After you’ve mapped things out, it’s time for lunch. Never grind on an empty stomach. After lunch, you’ll need to wait at least an hour, to avoid any grind cramps. Then it’s time for the afternoon siesta—you’ve had a busy day and you need to replenish your grind stores. Once you wake from your mid-day slumber, you’ll need to repeat all of the aforementioned post-sleep steps, of course. If you stick to the schedule, you should be able to squeeze in a few minutes of grinding between Jeopardy and your mid-evening snack. I recommend Flamin’ Hot Cheetos, but any salty, crunchy, orange treat should ensure a quick grindcovery.
