Introduction
Week 2 of my journey to the top 1% brought new challenges and insights. While my physical progress didn’t show up on the scale, I experienced positive changes in my energy, mood, and body composition. However, managing my social life while maintaining discipline in my nutrition and routine is proving to be a challenge. This week also marked the beginning of my deep dive into SEO and WordPress to build a strong foundation for my website, The Tailored Mind.
Health & Fitness Progress
Managing Nutrition in Social Settings
- I struggled with staying under 2,000 kcals on days when I had social outings.
- Need a better strategy to balance social life with nutritional discipline.
Protein Intake Challenges
- Hitting my protein goal while keeping calories low is proving difficult.
- Exploring high-protein, low-calorie food options to improve intake.
Sleep & Recovery Struggles
- Late nights, especially after hockey on Tuesdays and Fridays, significantly impacted my sleep score and made waking up difficult.
- Need to prioritize consistent sleep for better recovery and performance.
Body Composition Changes
- No weight loss this week, but I lost inches, which is a sign of body recomposition.
- My clothes are feeling looser, which is a great motivator.
Mood & Energy Levels
- Felt significantly higher energy throughout the day.
- No longer feeling drained after work, showing positive metabolic and mental shifts.
Mindset & Discipline
Struggles with Routine & Consistency
- I need to be more disciplined in maintaining a structured routine.
- Recovery, sleep, and habit consistency must improve for long-term success.
Confidence in My Business Idea
- I shared my website idea with a few people but felt hesitant about presenting it before it’s polished.
- Need to build confidence in putting my work out there and improving its presentation.
Knowledge & Learning
SEO & WordPress Mastery
- Started learning SEO and website optimization to attract organic traffic to The Tailored Mind.
- Realized designing a website is harder than expected—looking for inspiration on branding and content structure.
Reading Habit Slipped
- I did not read my book this week.
- Prioritizing nightly reading moving forward to stay committed to personal growth.
Next Steps & Adjustments
- Improve Nutrition Discipline: Plan better for social outings and stay mindful of calorie intake.
- Enhance Recovery: Prioritize earlier sleep on hockey nights to maintain energy.
- Protein Strategy: Incorporate higher-protein, lower-calorie meals to stay on track.
- Website Development: Continue learning SEO and WordPress to improve my site.
- Confidence in Sharing: Keep refining The Tailored Mind while gaining confidence in presenting my work.
- Recommit to Reading: Make nightly reading a non-negotiable habit.
Final Thoughts
While Week 2 presented new challenges, I also experienced progress in energy, body composition, and business development. The journey to the top 1% is about refining habits, staying accountable, and adapting to obstacles.
Next week, I’ll focus on routine, discipline, and execution to push myself further. Let’s keep going! 🚀
