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6-Month Health Experiment

6-Month Health Experiment

Six-month morning routine optimization experiment yields dramatic improvements: 8.2/10 energy levels, 52 bpm resting heart rate, and 6.5 daily productive hours.

Transforming chaotic mornings into a structured wellness routine required systematic experimentation and data tracking. Six months later, the results demonstrate how small, consistent changes compound into significant health improvements.

The Foundation Routine

  1. 5:30 AM: Wake up without snoozing (sleep cycle tracking)
  2. 5:35 AM: 16 oz water + electrolytes (hydration reset)
  3. 5:40 AM: 10-minute meditation (Headspace guided)
  4. 5:50 AM: 20-minute bodyweight workout (rotating focus)
  5. 6:10 AM: Cold shower (2-minute duration)
  6. 6:15 AM: Protein-rich breakfast + vitamins

Implementation Strategy

The key was gradual introduction—one element per week, allowing each habit to solidify before adding complexity. Week 1

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From Chaos to Minimalist Productivity

From Chaos to Minimalist Productivity

Complete workspace transformation following minimalist principles results in 60% reduction in distractions and significantly improved focus for deep work sessions.

After two years of remote work in a cluttered spare room, I finally committed to creating a dedicated workspace that reflects minimalist principles while maximizing functionality. The transformation took 3 weeks and completely changed how I approach daily work.

Design Principles

  • Every item must serve a clear purpose
  • Natural light takes priority over artificial lighting
  • Neutral color palette with one accent element
  • Cable management as invisible as possible

Key Furniture Choices

The most important decision was choosing quality over quantity. Six carefully selected items create more impact than twenty mediocre ones.

Complete Equipment List:

  • Standing desk: IKEA Bekant with Olov
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