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2nd of March – Back on the Bandwagon
Morning Reflections & Bone Broth Experiments
Time Check: 10:36 AM – Took my time getting out of bed this morning. First order of business? Checking on my bone broth. I’ve been brewing it for three days, and I finally pulled the pin on it.
Bone Broth Lessons:
Would I use a pressure cooker again? No. Slow cooker all the way.
The slow cooker lets me monitor liquid levels easily.
Pressure cooker needed constant resets every 12 hours—too much effort.
Forgot to open the vent, which stopped it from reducing properly.
Takeaway: Next time, I’m sticking to a slow cooker for less hassle and better results.
Gym Plans & Running Goals
Originally planned to hit the **Highfields gym**, but I changed my mind and decided to go into town instead. More space, fewer people (hopefully), and an overall better workout environment.
Key Fitness Goals for the Day:
- Gym session – Strength training focus.
Go for a run – No excuses today, I’ve had a rest day.
Read and play guitar – Make up for missing them yesterday.
Maybe play some games – A treat if I finish everything else.
Takeaway: If I get everything done, I can reward myself with some **video game time**.
Mindfulness & Gratitude Check-In
Grateful for: My housemates keeping the kids quiet so I could sleep in. Got a full **7.5 hours**—much needed.
Grateful for their help with the slow cooker – They reset it while I was out.
We clean up after each other—no “not my mess” mentality here.
Compliment to Myself:
Good job actually getting sleep for once.
Didn’t drink at the party last night. No alcohol, no soft drinks—just water.- Stuck to my goals instead of following the crowd.
Takeaway: Small wins stack up over time.
Productivity & Lifestyle Adjustments
Drop off 3D-printed jigs – Helping out my first boss, who works with stained glass windows.- Gym & run session – Should have **tons of energy** from yesterday’s food.
- Reading & guitar practice – Catching up after missing them.
Python programming – Continue working on my automation scripts.- Possibly game with my sister & brother-in-law – Only if I finish my main tasks.
Takeaway: **Balance is key**—I can enjoy downtime if I get my priorities sorted first.
Meal Planning & Nutrition Focus
A friend is trying **Carnivore**, and I considered giving it a shot—then immediately remembered I get **gout**. So yeah, that idea lasted about 10 seconds. 
What I Need to Improve:
**Eat more fiber** – Been saying this for three days now. Time to actually do it.
**Meal plan for the week** – Get organized instead of winging it.
Takeaway: Need to **prioritize fiber intake** and stop procrastinating on meal planning.
XP Tracking & Progress Update
Total XP Progress (March 2nd Update):
- Gym: **33.39 hours** – Another session in the books.
- Guitar: **11.69 hours** – Slowly improving.
- Reading: **9.93 hours** – So close to Rank 1!
- Running: **44.23 KM** – Pushing toward **50 KM goal**.
Takeaway: Progress is **steady and measurable**—keeping up the momentum.
Looking Ahead & Future Plans
- Keep pushing gym sessions while focusing on **recovery**.
Guitar practice – Keep working on technique and muscle memory.- Reading goal: Break the 10-hour mark and reach Rank 1.
- Hit 50 KM running goal before the end of the week.
- Sort out meal planning and **actually eat fiber**.
Takeaway: **Routine is everything**—sticking to the plan keeps everything moving forward.
Final Thoughts
Biggest Wins Today:
- **Refined my bone broth process** – No more pressure cooker.
- **Stuck to my health goals** at the party—no alcohol, no soft drinks.
- **Planned my workouts & productivity schedule**.
“You’re enough. You’ve got this. Keep moving forward and crushing those goals!” 
