Completing 75 Hard: Lessons Learned From a Life-Changing Challenge

When I first started 75 Hard, I thought it was just another fitness program. I quickly learned that it’s far more than that—it’s a mental toughness challenge designed to push you beyond your limits, force discipline into your daily routine, and teach you what consistency really means.

What Is 75 Hard?

For 75 consecutive days, no excuses, you commit to:

• Two workouts per day (one must be outside, rain or shine)

• Drinking one gallon of water

• Following a structured diet with no cheat meals or alcohol

• Reading 10 pages of nonfiction/self-development

• Taking a daily progress photo

It sounds simple when listed out, but the reality is much more demanding.

The Struggle Is the Point

There were days when the workouts felt impossible, when my body was tired, when my schedule was packed, and the gallon of water seemed never-ending. The weather didn’t always cooperate. Life didn’t slow down. But that’s the beauty of it—you learn how to show up no matter the circumstances.

Discipline Over Motivation

One of the biggest lessons I walked away with is that motivation is fleeting. Some mornings I woke up excited, but many more I didn’t want to do it at all. Discipline—doing what needs to be done regardless of how you feel—became the foundation of my success.

Visible & Invisible Results

Yes, I lost weight. Yes, I built muscle. But the real transformation happened internally. My mindset is sharper, my confidence stronger, and my ability to handle discomfort has grown tenfold. I now know I can keep promises to myself, which is the most powerful change of all.

Life After 75 Hard

Finishing the challenge doesn’t mean it’s over. The habits I’ve built will carry forward. I don’t see fitness, reading, or structure as temporary anymore—they’re part of who I am.

Final Thoughts

If you’re thinking about doing 75 Hard, know this: it will test you, break you down, and force you to rebuild stronger. But on the other side, you’ll meet a version of yourself you didn’t know existed—the one who doesn’t quit.

I didn’t just complete 75 Hard. I became harder, sharper, and more committed to becoming the best version of myself. And that’s a win I’ll carry for life.