I Did 75 Hard, the Realistic Way *was it worth it?*

2 workouts a day, follow a diet, drink a gallon of water, read 10 pages, take a progress photo and no cheat meals.....that sounds... MISERABLE. Get your Pod Cover at www.eightsleep..., use code KELTIE for $250 off. BUT after a summer of chaos and fun I was craving routine and a challenge BUT honestly 75 hard has never really spoke to me. SO I decided to change up the challenge in a new way that seemed more productive and realistic for me. Enjoy The 4th last episode of My Wellness Diary Series
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[@KeltieOConnor]

To address the comments I’m already seeing, my weights actually is the exact same in the before & after pictures of the thumbnail. No part of this challenge was for weight loss. Biggest difference is in the second I had 💩 before I took the photo. because I was sleeping better and more regular 😂 and standing up taller cause honestly was just feeling prouder by the end of the challenge(and doing my posture correcting exercises more) . Friendly reminder that progress pictures only mean so much and lighting, poses, and 💩 scheduled can change them so much haha. It was cool to look back at the photos and just see how much straighter I was standing ☺️ for that reason I recommend photos. But doesn’t mean my before was worse/better, it just is what it is lol. I like taking progress photos (whether it be workout form, skin, etc), cause you never know where your journey will go. But I know that’s not the case for everyone ❤ do what works best for you! Friendly reminder for 2024 physical progress is cool, but how you feel about yourself is 10x more important.

[@luxursunsets]

it literally looks like you just sucked in your stomach in a different fit

[@elenazamora8852]

Hey Keltie !! This is exactly the video I needed to see. Would you recommend the app you chose to track your progress?? If so, what was it called again ??

[@HH-gv8mx]

To work out today for 75 days? I’d have to sacrifice sleep or work.

[@Sierra_Polerina]

So why do you use such a photo for the thumbnail? Obviously it's clickbait then, because it implies you lost weight

[@nikkiklonowski4050]

Everything and everyone is adjustable. Not fixable, you are not broken honey. 🖤

[@KeltieOConnor]

Thank you Nikki ❤️❤️

[@ericB3444]

MUAHAHAHAH

[@greenliter1]

@@KeltieOConnor I just want to say thank you for showing both accountability and acceptance at the same time. It seems like people forget to do both at the same time. I almost cried with you when you were talking about being broken but not unfixable. We are all people who struggle with uncontrollable situations and life likes to knock us down. But you and I share an unwavering determination to achieve what we want. I’m still trying to come to terms with the fact that my way of being productive is something that my family members look at and see as me not trying hard enough. The truth is, they will never know my experience of being neurodivergent in a neurotypical world. I move at a slower pace than a lot of people in terms of achieving what I want, sometimes a lot slower. And I’ve definitely fought with myself a lot on if I’m actually giving everything I can. But the truth is, yes, I am. I’m finding out what works for me and how I can make my environment and my brain work for me instead of against me. This is also while finding creative outlets and working on career goals after experiencing unexpected transitions. If no one else has said it (which I bet isn’t the case because you’re awesome), I am so proud of you Keltie, so proud! And it feels weird to say it but I’m proud of me too. It’s so hard not to let doubt creep in when it’s all you’ve heard for most of your life, but determination can bring a person so far. We deserve to be so incredibly happy and proud of ourselves. Sending love ❤️ ❤

[@raeraemillstone]

Love this!

[@marissaho7052]

Thank you for being so vulnerable and sharing. You are a huge role model and seeing the full range of experience of the 75 hard challenge. You are not broken. You are human and perfect ❤

[@JessKaplan]

75 Hard seems more toxic than beneficial to me. I love that you rewrote it for what actually aligns with your wants and needs! ❤

[@cdub6231]

75 hard is really amazing! It’s a beautiful form of self-care and test of determination. It’s already relatively customizable bc YOU choose the diet and exercise. BUT I think in this case it did exactly what she needed to do so no hate on the uploader! I just want to defend 75 hard

[@hannahbartlett.]

@@cdub6231i couldn’t agree any more with you! it’s hard, but it’s such a good way to show yourself that you CAN do things that are HARD!!! i recommend it to everyone because like you said, it’s customizable with the diet and exercise.

[@brianna7959]

Everyone I've known IRL to successfully complete 75 hard pretty much gives up on the gym within a year and end up gaining hella weight afterwards. Not all fitness fads are good for everyone, even if done successfully.

[@cdub6231]

@@brianna795975 Hard is a mental toughness challenge, not a fitness fad. You might lose weight or get stronger, but it’s a byproduct of the intended result, which is mental toughness. This KZbinr did not start her challenge to lose weight, but to shock her out of her slump. Other byproducts of 75 hard is building trust with yourself, focusing on your self care, and learning the limits of your body. These benefits may fade overtime as well, but that doesn’t mean it’s not worth doing.

[@JessKaplan]

@@brianna7959 I agree, the only people I know who have tried have “restarted” a bunch of times and feel like crap that they couldn’t finish

[@christiedelaney6379]

I don’t know who said it but my favourite quote that really resonates with me is “Perfect is the enemy of good”. Not everything needs to be 100% effort and perfect but I am better to just do what I can and be content with pretty good. I appreciate your vulnerability and hope these words connect with you as much as they did me. Love you and keep being your authentic self! ❤

[@KeltieOConnor]

I absolutely LOVE this quote!! Thank you for sharing ❤️❤️

[@KrumperFiokas]

That's great, I am just preparing my new fitness journal and wrote this quote down! So many times I beta myself up because if I don't have time to sweat and do at least 20 or 30mins of a workout then why do it... completely changing my mentality to showing up to myself and do what I can for how long I can

[@reneesuhr6447]

I'm an RN and did 75 hard (I guess the unrealistic one? the original) in 2020. After I did it, I realized that I could go on and challenge myself more so in 2021, even though I had never even ran a 5k, I trained hard and ran a 1/2 marathon. In 2022 I decided that I had worked on my body and my soul, so 2022 would be the year I would go for the mind & advance my degree, and so I did. But exercise took a back-seat that year and I ended up gaining weight and learned that despite all I had accomplished, I yielded only a year of giving off negative energy because I had absolutely no me time when going to school full time and working full time. Then 2023 rolled around and I vowed to go back to my running happy place and try to complete another 75 hard. By this time I was working longer shifts, not the 8 hour daily shifts like the first time I did 75 hard, but now 12-14 hour shifts in ICU. I made it 35 days. I realized that an ICU nurse with only 4 hours of sleep was not fair to my patients. A week later I injured myself going for a regular run and was told by the doctor to take 3 months off. And so here I am, starting my 2024 journey, now with incorporating weight training to strengthen my muscles, and also lots of grace to tell myself, if I don't have it all perfect yet, it does not make me less valuable. 75 hard really is about two things...mental toughness, and keeping the promises you make to yourself....which means to be true to yourself. Great job, Keltie! I love seeing others embrace this challenge, whether it is the original version or not, because it's about becoming true to yourself.

[@svgarcoqted]

You’ve been through a journey. I’m proud of you and you’re killing it.

[@rmgalardo]

The fact that you made it THIRTY-FIVE DAYS as an RN with that kind of schedule?!? Girl, you are NOT giving yourself enough credit. You're amazing.

[@LaLaBlahBlahh]

Wow I’m also a nurse (in trauma) and I can’t imagine getting that far with something like the 75 hard. Go you!!!! Seriously I’m considering changing my job because I realise I’ll never be able to commit to looking after myself as much as I feel I need to to reach a healthy work/life balance. However knowing that you managed to do 75 hard for over 30 days is really inspiring to me, and gives me some hope that I can include more regular exercise until I make the job change, so thank you!!

[@Sonia-rn1zz]

Look how far you've come. 🎉 Simply amazing.

[@Michylooloo]

I did my own version of 75 hard to get through my dissertation lmao. I did it twice and was able to use that as a way to gamify the process. I graduated in May with my PhD 🎉🎉! Frisella was totally right in that it is a mental game and I will make you stronger. It’s good to be able to customize it to align with your goals, whether or not that was his original intention!

[@tiryaclearsong421]

Currently writing mine and I'm curious what rules you set. I'm currently thinking of my own ideas but I would love other ideas if you don't mind.

[@Michylooloo]

@@tiryaclearsong421 I read 10 articles a day for the lit review process. Kept up with a gallon of water a day, at least 2 x 45 minute writing sessions that always turned out longer because I got on a roll. And instead of following a diet and taking progress photos every day, I changed those to code 20 qualitative responses every day, and check in with my friends who were writing their dissertations every day. Having people around you who are also trying to complete their dissertations was helpful because you’d motivate each other to get back to work or take a small break. Towards the end, I was writing and sitting at the computer for nearly 18 hours. The deadlines were crazy and I cut it very close. The first round of 75hard was the study. I didn’t start writing until the second round, and I didn’t even need to go through all 75 days. It was a great push!

[@kat5000]

Late to the party, but would also like to get some ideas... Just master theses for me. Yes, two.

[@Michylooloo]

@ yeah of course. This is what I did basically: 1. “10 pages of nonfiction” became “read 10 articles a day for literature review” 2. “2- 45 min workouts a day” became “at least 2 - 45 min writing sessions a day” 3. “drink 1 gallon of water a day” became “stretch for 10 mins every hour” 4. “Progress pictures” became “check in every day with your dissertation peers or advisor” It really helped me because I was in such a funk. I couldn’t write or I’d get distracted and go days without writing anything. Doing this forced me to sit at the computer to write and read. Even if it was one sentence, I’d be ok because at the very least, I sat and brainstormed twice a day for 45 mins. And once I got started in a writing groove, I would often sit there for several hours on end, which is why I added the stretching thing. Checking in with peers or advisor is really important because it can become a lonely process. Good luck! You’re free to message me if you need!!

[@carrikidwell172]

I love how you took this program and made it your own AND gave yourself grace. I know giving ourselves grace isn't the easiest thing to do but you did it! You are amazing ❤

[@KeltieOConnor]

Funny enough grace is one of my "words" for 2024 and what you said just let it click a little more. Thank you for that! 🤍 Hope you have an amazing year 🤍

[@lchavarria4098]

See "75 soft"

[@Brandylynn_1107]

Your emotion with not picking at your skin… I feel that!! I’ve been picking since I started getting acne at 12 years old. I don’t think I’ve ever gone a day. I’m 32. Even when it’s clear, I pick. There’s nothing broken about us. It’s muscle memory and emotional habits. But I do wish I could go without doing it one day

[@connoway]

Sending you love ❤

[@5Seed]

I pick everyday too. Lucky (I guess) I pick at my shoulders and upper arms more than my face. So it's easier to cover up

[@conniewilliamson973]

I'm the same way! The main thing that's helped for me is weirdly taping down the light switch in my bathroom, because I've noticed my main trigger is turning the light on and immediately looking to the mirror to pick.

[@NyxNamor]

'Trying to be good at everything sounds so exhausting.' Preach. I felt this in my soul. I've been trying to be a good partner, sister, worker, content creator, daughter, focus on mental health, physical health, etc. for the past few months, most of which has had its fair share of numbing trauma (I won't trauma dump, but it's been hell). Burnout hit me like a freight train. I'm trying to take things slowly, knowing that I can't take on EVERYTHING anymore. The most difficult lesson? Learning that's okay. I'm not lazy. I'm doing the best that I can, and that's good enough.

[@beatrizrey8919]

I felt that "I thought I was broken" so much! You're not broken and it's something I need to remind myself too all the time.

[@Jenniferhkuhn]

I’m loving this new shift where sleep is cool! I love going to bed early and getting 7-9 hours. Way better than bragging “I only got 5 hours of sleep.” That’s not healthy! And love that you adjusted 75 for you. We need to do what works for us and not be so strict with someone else’s rules. Thank you for posting!

[@anastasialidia2415]

Thank you Keltie for your vulnerability. Your videos are really soothing and I love that you’re transparent about every step. You did great, I hope you have a great year

[@KeltieOConnor]

Thank you so much Anastasia 🤍 Appreciate that you all create a safe spaces for me that I can be transparent & vulnerable. Hope you have an amazing 2024 too!

[@catelynray2995]

I am also a type A perfectionist and currently in graduate school and working full time. I make time for meal prep and daily yoga, a podcast, friends and my cat. I spread myself so thin I could evaporate and little things like this are amazing reminders that I don’t have to do it ALL in due time good things come. It is about enjoyment and consistency. I saw a great quote one time that explained, is the success worth it if you never enjoy it. I love that and it humbles me constantly.

[@youngmamasvlog]

My absolute favorite take on 75 hard. Cool to see someone making this challenge their own and while being difficult its still attainable.

[@xSlymGYMx]

Omg the whole point is not to make any substitutions

[@lydiagrace3335]

You're human, not broken. You're also such an inspiration. Truly. As a fellow musician, I often struggle to focus on things like sleep, exercise, or practicing the piano for the sake of its therapeutic benefits. This video brought me a lot of peace, compassion, and inspiration. I really love this video and honestly, each one that you put out on your channel.

[@daniellemaas1023]

Your breakdown is so comforting. Hurts to see you so sad but I’m feeling so so so similar in this season of life. I am taking your ‘75 hard comes to me’ as a sign it’s my time too. Can’t wait to see the Keltie that comes in 2024 ❤️‍🔥

[@NeviFogg]

I have picked at my skin since I was six and it is so so nice seeing an influencer be so honest about going through the same thing. It fucking sucks and it is so hard to change. I really appreciate you including that part of your life, thank you. I've been working on it too but knowing there's someone out there like you who is also doing the same makes me feel better.

[@kristanvw1563]

Welcome back ❤❤ I thought about doing 75 hard, but I think it'd mess with my head too much and make me obsessive. I really like the way you did it, goal focused but realistic. Happy New Year!!

[@KeltieOConnor]

Feels great to be back! 🤍 Exactly how I felt, way too restrictive and for no real gain for me haha! The realistic route is the way to go :)

[@amylocke5666]

I love this! As someone who was just diagnosed with ADHD at 30, I too feel like I'm ready for a good challenge! I've been waiting in this new year instead of pressuring myself to have a goal on the first...and I'm glad I waited because this is it ☺️ I love that you made your own rules so I appreciate the help and motivation...and your honesty in your struggles because I struggle with biting my nails EVERY day of my life so I appreciate everything you disclosed. You are a strong, badass woman 🤘

[@KeltieOConnor]

So happy this could be the thing for you!! Defiantly recommend changing the rules to what works best for you! As a skin picker I GET the biting nails. Good luck on your new challenge, and I love the idea of waiting for what works for you vs just starting jan 1st for no reason. Also as a nail bitter I think you'll really like next weeks video! Happy 2024!

[@awkwardatlas5623]

She's baaack! Can't wait to see what you've got in store for 2024 and to (hopefully) grow alongside you!

[@KeltieOConnor]

FEELS SO GOOD TO BE BACK!!! Excited for what we're all going to do together in 2024!

[@hollyhoover1021]

I love that you’re open about the skin picking. I also deal with it. Progress is progress! I’m proud of you!

[@hannahmitchell87]

Lentils & chickpeas might be good options for your non-meat iron sources. If you consume with foods containing vitamin C it'll increase absorption & avoid caffeine & dairy/calcium because this inhibits it. Hth 💜 & all the best for the new year! X

[@hannahmitchell87]

When I say avoid, not completely, just around iron rich mealtimes X

[@KetoCoupleLife]

"I am broken, but I'm fixable" Best words I've heard all week! Stealing them so I can focus on them as well!

[@mattilynweaver7790]

Keltie! Thank you for your vulnerability. This was so beautiful. As someone who has OCD and struggles with "toxic vices" as well, I appreciate this video sooooo much.

[@jasminejanisch4566]

I heard in a book that the first step to self love is self trust and seeing you get so emotional the first day about accountability made me think of that. And showing up for yourself and following through on self care is one of the best forms of self love ❤ this was a great reminder of this

[@morganl2633]

I think it’s also important to note that there’s no reason to feel bad for not succeeding at someone else’s goals. 75 hard is Andy’s ideal plan, not everyone’s. If you want to feel a sustainable success that directly benefits You, create and crush your own goals.

[@mitzimacias7612]

Watching this video again after a year because I have gone on a binge or rewatching so many of your videos because I like the realness and honesty you provide. Just genuine inspiration, thanks 💪

[@harriet-sbsr8389]

Just wanted to say you are my IT Girl Keltie! You’re so real and humble and down to earth. Thank you for not editing out the parts where you share your demons with us. As a fellow “broken” girl I sympathise with how you feel in those moments. Thank you for being you ❤

[@Caitlyn.e.b.s]

I can’t express how much I love this!! You’re such an inspiration ❤

[@KeltieOConnor]

Thank you so much Caitlyn 🤍🤍🤍

[@amandastarshine89]

I want to give you a hug 💙 you’re not broken, but I totally understand feeling that way too. I’ve tried and failed 75 hard so many times - I struggle to stick to anything at all I tell myself to do. I do have an eating disorder so I know it’s not recommended but I was pretty desperate. Really hoping to feel less lost this year and work on making changes too - I really hope your new year is starting out okay and know that so many people adore you and do not see you how you see yourself 💕

[@KeltieOConnor]

Thank you Amanda 🤍 You're right we are not broken, guilty of just being to hard on ourselves. Send you so much love for this year. Do not fret that you failed 75 hard, so many of the rules or pointless for a lot of people. How can we expect to stick to something that does not genuinely align with us. Sending you a hug that you got to that desperate state 🤍 Here's to the year you fill your cup up with all the good things that let you be the best version of yourself. Thank you for the kind words they absolutely made my day!

[@kellymanfredini3835]

You are not broken. Keep saying it until you believe it. You are strong, talented, thoughtful, and inspiring young woman. Own that and let go of the negative tape. It doesn't serve you.

[@Thehonestruth]

Keltie thank you for being vulnerable, life can be hard can’t it? You’re doing such a great job from the small part of your life you show us. Keep trying, sometimes its just showing up and doing like you say 30 seconds of the something you said you would. You did it, it doesn’t always have to rock!! Consistency and small steps. Take care of yourself. Sending big hugs from Sydney. Ps. I am currently putting off going to bed by watching your show!! I hate going to sleep too!! ❤😊

[@aprilharrington5134]

Dude. Seriously. Love you. You make me feel like I am not alone! Thank you for being you and for being vulnerable! You got this and you are not broken!

[@h.frederking5190]

your authenticity is so refreshing and motivating ilysm

[@ma_niz]

I love your vulnerability ❤ You’re so relatable and inspiring bc we’re “broken” in such similar ways

[@savanadennis2406]

Thank you for opening up about your self criticism. I felt that so much and hearing someone I look up to talk about it made me tear up. Your content is so beautiful ❤

[@mvega6]

You are not broken Keltie ❤.. I feel you in that moment, I struggle with anxiety and depression and am just starting to come out of a bad time. It can catch you off guard at times the emotional toll. You are an amazing woman! Remember that!!!

[@lchavarria4098]

I also have dermatillomania/ excoriation disorder. I noticed being tired was a major trigger. I prioritize sleep and only use candle light in my bathroom at night, and it's improved like 95%. ❤

[@janaeku8984]

I really was so grateful for your vulnerability. We all feel broken sometimes but I prefer to think we are just in progress. I struggle with chronic illness so I have to “start over” a lot when I have a flare. I’ve really been trying to focus on the good that comes from each small thing I’ve done for my body. Even if I can’t be consistent I know I’m better off for the little walk, stretch, yoga etc. that I manage. I really love the advice to get outside early each day. Even if I can just go stand outside with my dogs the beauty of the peaceful morning brings me so much more patience. I’m an eldest child from trauma so I understand so much!

[@DevynCanasMyers]

Watching this inspires me to stay consistent with my personal goals. Thank you for always inspiring me with each upload. I love seeing your posts pop up on my feed and thinking, "YAY Keltie posted!" Much love always

[@modbunnie]

Great video. I’ve had Angela Duckworth’s “Grit” to my to-read list for years, and now that I’m in-between books, I’m going to take your mention of it here as a sign to read it now-I could really use the reminder that willpower is a muscle! Thanks Keltie!

[@claudiaglows]

Kellie, you are absolutely beautiful! I so appreciate your vulnerability honesty! Having been on a self-destructive path for so much of my life, I can definitely empathize with you. But, you’re doing so many amazing things to take care of yourself, and your true inspiration.

[@KeltieOConnor]

You're making me blush Claudia 🤍 Thank you so much for the kind words. Hope 2024 is your best year yet!

[@jakuho4984]

(Day 1) “So far it’s been pretty easy ‘cause it’s only 10…am” You crack me up!!! That’s me! I need to make my own 75-Hard list.

[@jenniferlemus4327]

Started crying with you cuz I FELT that. Daily walks have been game changing too. Thank you for sharing your journey!! ❤

[@airwavesintheair]

A friend introduced me to "high bar, low bar" for achieving goals -- it's been so helpful! You have your ideal goal, and then when you set your routine/habit/action item for that goal, you set your ideal (the high bar), and the minimum you'll be happy with (the low bar), so that you can keep your momentum when plans or routines change, even if you can't hit that 100% high bar all the time (because really, who can?)

[@ChristinaHanks]

Really, really loved this video. Thanks for the reminders that us A type people are already doing our best.

[@pardisb4438]

I started crying when I saw your tears. Giving you a big fat hug from afar. You’re beautiful, strong, and striving to be your best self. I don’t see a broken person, only a determined one 😊❤

[@SimonaRentea]

❤ you are not broken. I love your vibe and your vulnerability. You are amazing, K! 🥰🥰

[@lizziebillz]

yeah i just spent a little while crying over my OCD picking too. i am trying so hard to stop this year but we can't beat ourselves up about it. we are trying our best

[@samanthanieto473]

Facing ourselves and our habits and coping mechanisms is a highly emotional experience. You have such courage for doing that on the internet. ❤

[@vanessad5629]

Happy New Year, Keltie! 🎊Hope you had an awesome (and well deserved) break. So excited for this new series, let’s hop into this fresh era!

[@KeltieOConnor]

Thank you Vanessa! I had an amazing break, much needed and excited to be back! Hope you had a great last 2 weeks ❤️

[@lauraplayer3067]

Yes! Thank you! I am about to start 75 hard tomorrow, I decided to swap out the original rules for ones that applied to my goals cause I’m so sick and tired of me making excuses for things that I really want to achieve. Then I wondered if I was just trying to make it easy and so missing the point . So thanks for this- I feel reassured that doing it the way that suits me, is absolutely fine. Looking forward to your next video! Let’s go 2024!! Xx

[@maaikeversluis9671]

I love how real you are in your video’s without trying to be perfect

[@CaroGeerts]

Hi Keltie, love your content and you’re doing so great! You should be very proud of yourself!❤ One tip though: I’m not sure if you. Re aware of this or not, but not all iron is digestible. For example, the iron in spinach will not be absorbed unless you pair it with vitamin C… I suggest getting some advice from a nutritionist. Keep on going strong, you beautiful human! 😉❤

[@stargazer6852]

Keltie is such an inspiring woman and I always admire her drive when it comes to anything she's doing

[@louisavalentin5885]

Am I losing my mind? I could have sworn you did 75 a while back. I love that you did this your way. So beautiful and vulnerable. Congratulations on all you've accomplished. Happy 2024! (As I drink my water and dream of petting dogs) 🥰

[@ConsciousRespects]

Listening to you love yourself and give yourself grace is so good for me to hear.

[@donnamagrini6393]

HUUUGGGGSSSSS!!! You gut me when you cry. I’m not even thru the video and I just want to hug you. Love ya Keltie!!!

[@elizabethshimada7809]

Love it. The 75 hard can be whatever you want it to be.

[@kym.etherington]

keltie you're so inspirational to all of us! you're not broken love,you inspire us and show us reality & it's a breath of fresh air in this crazy fitness world❤

[@ZoeRoseHamilton]

omg i've been watching you forever and i just totally cried when you cried

[@priscilla5404]

Hey sweetheart! I love how natural and vulnerable you get with us. It's like you are inviting us into your home and I wanted to thank you for that and also I wanted you to remember that we celebrate all our victories!! No matter how "small". I've been without a binge for four months now and I understand how you feel about not being "THAT" broken! (we are not, no one is❤). So let's make ourselves proud together. Lots of LOVE from Spain girl, you make my day anytime you show up on my feed!! :)

[@CHarlotte-ro4yi]

Love this and it inspired me to reframe the recovery of an upcoming surgery (removal of screws from a previous skiing injury) into a 6 week challenge of creating better habits for myself. Hence instead of being miserable that I cannot run of ski I will focus on that! ♥️

[@ivylovesrunning]

Keltie, if you eat vitamin C or drink it when you have your iron or supplements, it will help absorb your iron better. Cast iron skillets or iron fish when cooking helps with iron increase. I want to give you a big hug as feeling unhealthy mentally and/or physically is overwhelming. Just do you best. I use the blue light blocker on my phone and listen to delta music at night to sleep. I also cut out screen time 30 minutes to an hour before bed except I do read on my phone sometimes, but woth bedtime setting on and blue light blocker so everything is grey and low light. Sending you lots of love.

[@KeltieOConnor]

Ooooo I didn't know that about vitamin C, I will give that a try for sure! AND great idea with the iron skillet too! Thank you so much ivy ❤️ I think a big goal for me in 2024 should be that elimination of screen time before bed. Very inspiring!

[@julianaz3409]

Thank you for sharing honest moments with us. Very relatable. Giving you a big virtual hug!

[@TheseWhiteNights]

I am so glad I came across your channel a year ago. You are vulnerable but you also put in work. One of my favorite KZbinrs nowadays

[@ilanittal2659]

I'm on day 4 of my own version of 75 hard as well and felt like a bit of a failure before I even started since I knew the "original" 75 hard wasn't realistic for me - I have other areas of my life that deserve just as much focus and like you said, it's exhausting to be perfect in every way. This has really helped give me some perspective, it's a much healthier approach. Thank you!!!

[@kimberly.hornberg]

Greetings from WA! Keltie, thank you so much for sharing your journey of your version of the 75 Hard. I've also had the same apprehension about the 75 Hard as I don't think this kind of program serves people the way we're told to believe. I understand people wanting to use the program for growing their willpower and resilience, but I also see a lot of people using it for weight loss and as the fitness girlies know, *rest* is so crucial. My interpretation of the 75 Hard associates "rest" with weakness or a lack of willpower, which couldn't be farther from the true. But, hey! Everyone's needs are different. I love your tailored version and think is an awesome way to go about this challenge! Definitely an inspiring video for the new year. Thank you for all the amazing work you put out! Also congrats on the half!!! I have my 1st one coming up here in March. Lots of love to you, from one cloudy-grey Swedish gal to another!

[@cutemuffins3567]

My thing I tried is to do yoga everyday for a month and now it's been 4 months and now I have added back in my flexibility videos afterwards after falling off multiple times because the confidence I have because I've been consistent for months on one thing has made me believe I can do it.

[@raeraemillstone]

Love you talking about skin picking!! I always thought I was broken too! You have inspired me to keep trying ❤❤

[@alexis4689]

You’re one of my top favorite KZbinrs!!! Thank you for keeping KZbin alive 😭🩷

[@avapond5682]

My soul, there’s always hope for us ❤️ I also started today is day 6, and I get emotional at the part to write 20 things I’m grateful and 20 of my strengths

[@jamieblacka5054]

Oh 💩. girl. I literally clicked on your video because your videos always put me in a good mood, and I sobbed the whole way home from school (an hour), because I made a mistake and now I’m watching your video and you start crying. Girl. I was like, no, now we’re both just crying together. Okay love you, thank you for sharing your hard moments too. Solidarity. ❤

[@Ellonor]

This was so good to watch! The perfect reminder to do what is best for you, not what others are doing. I have several goals for this year but I am not starting them all at once because that would be the perfect recipe for failure. For now focusing on a 30 days yoga challenge and graduating my 2nd degree (hopefully) next month! Hope 2024 will be a great year for you!

[@alias.9500]

This is super motivating and makes me excited to do something similar. It did kind of make me sad thinking nowadays we are SO happy if we simply respect our bodies and get enough sleep. We've gotten to insanely stressful times..

[@jabberwockylove]

You're such an inspiration Keltie! I'm grateful to have found your channel and to you for sharing the struggles and showing a realistic approach to challenges and fitness trends🙏

[@laurenmelissaj]

I’m 10 days in to 75 hard (which I’m also doing my way) so it’s really awesome to see your progress through it 🖤

[@hellydhamesha1245]

Love that you're focusing on realistic rather than idea!

[@meganhenderson7284]

You are my absolute favourite youtuber, Keltie! Thank you for inspiring me 🫶🏻

[@KeltieOConnor]

You're making me blush ❤️ Thank you Megan!! Hope you have an amazing 2024 :)

[@backlash79]

You aren't broken, you are a human. Like all of us. There is no one that is perfect, not Dr. Huberman, not Dr. Attia... No one. I love your content because it's real and wanted you to know your are crushing it even if you don't feel like you are.

[@lolamoore9420]

Thanks for being relatable and showing your vulnerability, awesome video ❤

[@MimiHinaa]

I clicked on the video because I needed some background noice while cleaning and thought it is an old Keltie-video I didn't now yet. Now I had to watch it again to fully appreciate the content - thank you for your honesty 🍁

[@Tributer9966]

Sending you a big hug ! ❤ you are worth to heal! Struggled with ocd for over 5 years, I know its hard. You got this!

[@SoniaBonia33]

Aww Keltie…you are so hard on yourself and it’s so sad to see…mostly because I know I’m the same way with myself. Thank you for being so vulnerable. ❤

[@MrTinothemib]

"that moment" You touched me deeply, I had a mirror held up to me at that moment and saw his weaknesses, imperfect life...I immediately started crying 😭😭😭 with you, tears were still flowing even now as I was writing this! But believe me, I've been following you for a long time because I see you as a real role model for many people out there, because you know that you have weaknesses, but you fight against them with such perseverance and passion in order to still achieve the best as possible! !! Thank you Keltie 🙏🏼! And I keep crying to myself... 🤧😥😩 🤗💋💋💋 from 🇨🇭

[@jenniferdevalk754]

I really enjoyed your honest review and how you changed the challenge depending on what you felt needed in your own life. There is a common misconception that there has to be a weight loss component to fitness/wellness challenges and that isn't always the case. It takes time to change habits, the consistency over 75 days helps the individual have a higher likelihood of succeeding with a positive lifestyle change. I've been contemplating between the "75 Hard" and "75 Soft" challenges because they have somewhat similar rules, but 75 Soft appears to be a little less rigid. There are a few different versions that I have found online and I am thinking of combining all aspects I like from each to suit my lifestyle and current workout routine.

[@josephgall671]

Keltie you are absolutely beautiful with such a bubbly personality you’re not broken by any means. Your content is top notch thank you for putting in the time your super funny and entertaining keep kicking ass girl

[@optikrogue]

I would also say that realizing a bad day isn't failing at whatever you're trying, just get back on track the next day, makes it so much easier to get back on track. A lot of us fall off track because of one bad day, one bad experience and we feel like we've failed and just give up.... but it's jut one day. Once you realize you can get back on track and it's not failing it's apart of the process, and the more you practice on getting back on track for yourself, it becomes easier. This was a lesson that truly changed my perspective on routines and helped me stay on track more.

[@WhitneyUlrich-o9z]

Hope you had a great break! Missed your videos for my treadmill walking workouts 💜

[@KeltieOConnor]

So happy to be joining you on the treadmill again! ❤️

[@InesBencherif]

Keltie, always remember that you are a wonderful person, that your soul is beautiful and that you're doing amazing 🤍

[@KeltieOConnor]

You're making me blush 🤍 Thank you so much!

[@ava7450]

Your tears made me tear😢. You are not broken. And thank you for your realness❤❤❤❤

[@azulolympia]

The part where you start talking about trying to excel at everything really hit me - i've been doing this for years, and telling myself the only reason i can't is because i'm not good enough/not doing enough. wow. i guess i'll need to work on that, haha.

[@melisathorne7283]

You are very much like my daughter with OCD and picking at skin. My heart really goes out to you. Sending you a mama hug.

[@lisaperez5680]

I came across your channel about 2 days ago and have been binge watching your videos. You are amazing! So open and honest, I truly appreciate it. I used to follow Natacha Oceane for quality videos but she recently retired from KZbin. I was needing someone else to follow. I found my new girl!! 🥰

[@ZMihu]

I loooove this!!!❤❤❤ I usually like all your videos but this hits different..tbh I tend to idealize you because of your running 😅 but this was a nice vulnerable video. And honestly we can see your change in mindset, which is so good 🎉love the growth for you!! From a Canadian to another 🥰

[@fimarshall2272]

love this version!

[@morganl2633]

I was initially wary when I saw the title of this video because 75 hard is restrictive and leaves no time for recovery. Also, the creator of this plan obviously doesn’t live in Canada where the weather can be -40 or lower and no one should be out in that. Brr. I am so happy you modified this plan to benefit you, in a gentle way. Thank you for being a beacon of light among all this toxic diet culture bs. Lastly, what you’re feeling is normal and human, but I hope you can access a therapist/counsellor/psychologist to help guide you out of any darkness that you’re feeling and give you strategies for coping and overcoming these challenges. You are worth it. ❤

[@LxRaven8]

So much of what you say resonates with me. I think you're awesome and I love the idea of showing up for yourself. Looking forward to the next video ❤

[@geribriggs6713]

Oh little bear … you are so much more than a few habits … I just want to hug you!! Sending positive vibes!

[@valentinarivas2520]

We love you Keltie ❤ for your honesty and the amazing content you create