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- September 21, 2019
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On Monday, August 19th, 2019, I decided to embark on a 30-day fitness challenge.
For the next 30 days, I would do a Murph workout every single day: 1-mile run, 300 air squats, 200 push-ups, 100 pull-ups, followed by another 1-mile run.
All in all, this amounted to 60 miles, 9000 air squats, 6000 push-ups, and 3000 pull-ups.
I started this fitness challenge while juggling all of my responsibilities as a senior in college applying for the next chapter in life. There were days when I got home at 4:30 AM. There were days when I had to wake up at 4:30 AM. Somehow, through it all, I stuck with my commitment and followed through.
Though the Murph left me feeling physically exhausted, it also helped me get back on my feet. It was my way of taking action and moving forward in what felt like a static chapter of life.
The “transformation” was not so much physical, but mental. I learned a lot about myself, my capabilities, my thoughts, and – strangely enough – my fears and motivations. Don’t get me wrong, though. It freaking sucked. Here’s the story of my journey over the last 30 days.
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For those of you who aren’t familiar, the Murph workout is a Crossfit WOD (workout of the day) that’s typically done on Memorial Day to honor late Navy SEAL Lieutenant Michael Murphy.
Day 1: 58:47
Day 16: 42:20
Day 30: 34:57
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What inspired you to take on the challenge of doing 30 Murphs in 30 days?
I DID 30 MURPHS IN 30 DAYS: A FEAT OF ENDURANCE AND DETERMINATION
For those who are not familiar with Murph, it is a workout that consists of a one-mile run, 100 pull-ups, 200 push-ups, 300 squats, and another one-mile run, all while wearing a 20-pound weight vest. It is named after Navy Lieutenant Michael Murphy, who was killed in action in Afghanistan in 2005 and was known for doing this workout regularly.
Doing one Murph is challenging enough, but doing 30 in 30 days? That sounds insane, doesn’t it? Well, that’s what I did, and I’m here to share my experience.
Firstly, I must clarify that I didn’t do the Murph alone. I joined a group of fitness enthusiasts who were equally crazy enough to take on this challenge. We started on the 1st of July and finished on the 30th, doing one Murph workout every day.
The first few days were the hardest because our bodies were still adjusting to the intensity of the workout. My muscles were sore, and my lungs felt like they were going to burst during the runs. It was tempting to give up and call it quits, but I reminded myself that I signed up for this challenge knowing that it would be tough.
As the days went by, I started to get used to the routine of waking up early, putting on my weight vest, and hitting the pavement for the first mile. The pull-ups, push-ups, and squats were still challenging, but I could feel myself getting stronger each day.
One of the most significant challenges of doing 30 Murphs in 30 days was finding the time and energy to do it every day. I have a full-time job, and some days I had to work late or attend social events, making it difficult to fit in the workout. There were also days when I was mentally exhausted and lacked motivation, but I had to push through it and remind myself of my goal.
The last few days were the most satisfying. I could see the finish line, and I was eager to complete what I had started. The final Murph was the best one yet. I felt a sense of accomplishment and pride in myself for achieving something that I never thought was possible.
Doing 30 Murphs in 30 days taught me lessons that go beyond the physical aspect of the challenge. It taught me the importance of discipline, perseverance, and mental toughness. I learned that with the right mindset and support from others, I can achieve anything that I set my mind to.
In conclusion, I did 30 Murphs in 30 days, and it was one of the most challenging and rewarding experiences of my life. It pushed me beyond my limits and taught me invaluable lessons that I will carry with me always. I encourage anyone who is looking for a challenge to give the Murph workout a try, and who knows, you might surprise yourself with what you are capable of.
