Mako Challenge - Week 3
Excellent work on the first two weeks! You are building the daily habits that will lead you to success, not only in this challenge but in all areas of your lives. This week we are working on, everyone's favorite movement, the Burpee, along with a Loving-Kindness Exercise and taking a look at Plate Portions.
LIFESTYLE
The Joy of Loving-Kindness
Tips
This is a thought exercise, so it can be done at any time in the day. We suggest doing it at the same time each day in order to build a habit that will stick with you over time
This is an extremely powerful exercise and we look forward to hearing how this went
CHALLENGE
Take Time to Wish Someone Loving-Kindness, 3-5 Times This Week
NUTRITION
How Your Plate Should Look - Basic Measurements
Tips
Plate Breakdown - Palm-size protein, 50% vegetable, 25% carbohydrate, & small serving of fat. Suggested Whole Foods
Thinking Ahead - Prepare what you need for the morning the night before, if you do not have time when you wake up. This preparation could be getting some eggs ready or preparing to save some of the veggies you made for dinner the night before
CHALLENGE
Eat 2-3 Meals a Day that Uses the Basic Portions Discussed in the Video, Work Off the 80/20 Principle
MOVEMENT
Burpee - Fundamental for Moving Your Body in Space
Tips
Use a progression that allows you to move well. This is NOT a Max effort test, but rather just some light, quality movement to help you wake up and start your day.
CHALLENGE
Complete 2 minutes of Burpees first thing in the morning after drinking a glass of water 3-5 Days this week.