My Protocol going forward to optimize health and get in better shape physically and mentally:
Principles:
β Ownership: Full responsibility for my body, energy, and time
β Simplicity: Strip away whatβs unnecessary, keep what works
β Precision over volume
β Recovery = growth
β Aesthetics are part of discipline
Training:
β Mentzer-inspired HIT every third day (if WHOOP recovery is green)
β One HIIT session per week (also on green days)
β Zone 2 cardio or walks on other days
Nutrition:
β Tracking calories
β High protein intake
β Minimal sugar and processed foods
β Mindful alcohol use
Recovery & Structure:
β 7β8h of sleep with focus on deep sleep
β Analog journaling + morning log
β Silence before screens, daily reflections
Tools:
β ChatGPT (for structure & reflection)
β WHOOP (for recovery and readiness data)
β Analog notebook
β Joplin
This is a living protocol. It adapts with my body, the data, and the day β aiming for presence, not perfection.