EPT"Your weren't put on this earth to simply break even. You're here to break rules, break records and break through."
Fitness Review
This was today's objective:
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So today's exercise included the last run of this particular project. I was really determined to beat all my previous records and get at least a average of 6:00 per kilometer. So to start the day I headed out for my run.
Heeding advice from a commenter named "Mysterymeat" I drank plenty of water before heading out so I hopefully wouldn't cramp and it worked.
I really pushed during the first kilometer and completed it in 5:00 which is my fastest kilometer by far. Although is started to get a lot harder as I hit a hill and grew more tired I continued to push. Although my final kilometer was fairly slow it didn't hinder me from hitting my fastest time yet and not even by a little.
I completed the 3km run in exactly 16:00. Per kilometer thats a whole 40 seconds less than my previous best when I was running at a good form. If I use my last run as a comparison I completed it a whole 4 minutes faster. As you may guess I am over the moon by this result, I never would have thought I would have gotten my time down so much by the end of this program.
Unfortunately the run injured my "pelvic area" and I use quotes for a reason. Basically whenever I move I feel like I am being stabbed in the balls. I don't know how it happened, but as a result I was unable to complete the other exercises for the day.
A sad ending but I am really proud of my result. Just one day to go now!
The Days Diet
I am currently not on a diet but will be starting on one soon. This area will go over the days food intake and will include recipes so everyone can start eating better at home!
Starcraft 2 and Stream Review
These were today's objectives:
1. Improve the 3 queen roach style in ZvZ.
2. Improve scouting in ZvP, in terms of overlord spread and lings to find pylons.
3. Add static defense is ZvP late game to prevent harass.
4. Learn how to defend hellbat pushes and early marine pushes.
No stream again due to Dreamhack which was probably a good thing. I only played four games, I had time to play more but after losing four in a row I didn't see the point playing on as I was clearly tilting.
Whats worse was over the previous days I had been crushing top diamonds in macro games with ease and today I got crushed by low diamonds. What I have always hated most about this game is how I can go from playing the best Starcraft of my life to playing my worst.
I lost in scenarios I simply just don't lose in. I lost my first game simply due to messing up and dying to a protoss 2 base all in.
I also lost two ZvT's both macro games. In each game I started with a lead and just threw it away. Game 1 I lost due to taking a bad engagement mostly due to my opponent inclusion of hellbats which makes taking a cost efficient fight almost impossible. I don't even know how I lost my second game.
I won't really be looking to much into these games as I feel they are really uncharacteristic of my current form. I will be slightly adjusting my goals and changing some of my builds going into the final day to reflect changes in the meta.
Game Summary and Points of Improvement
Vs Protoss (0-1)
- Add static defense when maxed to aide with harass defense.
- Use lings to prevent proxy pylons.
- Improve overlord spread to see pylons/pushes.
- Finishing sorting out my builds to reflect what tech I scout.
Vs Terran(0-2)
- Adapt ZvT build to deviate at 6:30 if two base aggression is scouted.
Vs Zerg (0-1)
- Continue to work on the three queen roach build.
- Improve unit rallying (make sure they go straight into hot keys)
Stream Summary
No stream due to dreamhack being on.
Further Comments
As always thanks for reading, seeing each blog getting 200+ views has really inspired me throughout this program. Only one more day to go now, after the final blog tomorrow I will take a few days break to collect my thoughts and plan the future for this blog. Which will include a proper stream schedule, a diet, a new fitness regime and more efficient Starcraft training program. I will also be roping in some of my athletic friends to help out on content. Anyway more of that tomorrow.
Ill see you lot tomorrow for the last blog of this program!
General Information
FAQ
Q: What is this blog about?
A: This blog is about self improvement in two specific fields, health and gaming. I aim to try and show the community how they can improve themselves in and out of game by maintaining a positive mentally. I hope I will encourage others to take up some form or exercise and improve themselves.
Q: What do you do on your live stream?
A: On my stream I play and commentate Starcraft and MTGO , I aim to help weaker players by explaining my decision making and looking over replays. I also aim to improve myself to the point where I can compete on a high level.
Q: Can I get involved?
A: Yes!!! I encourage everyone to start the journey to self improvement today. Find a exercise regime which looks suitable for you and get started! Also be sure to update me on your progress.
Q: How can I support you?
A: Simply watching and following my stream helps me a great deal.
Streaming Schedule
Times are in CET
Stream is currently on a temporary hiatus.
Exercise Routine
Current Program - "30 days to change"
Diet Program- Not currently on a diet
Designer- Neila Ray
Website- http://neilarey.com/
Gaming
Starcraft 2 League - High Diamond
Highest concurrent viewership: 12
Number of followers: 46
Body
Weight- 65kg
Height - 6'1
Age - 18
Long Term Goals
1) Reach High masters in Sc2 and compete in the MSI circuit.
2) Win a PTQ or reach the Top 8 of a Grandprix.
3) Improve my fitness levels to a point where I can run 5km in under 20 minutes.
4) Create a live-stream which maintains a concurrent viewership of 20 everyday.
Relevant Links
Blog: http://www.teamliquid.net/blogs/haulvern
Livestream: www.twitch.tv/haulvern
Twitter: www.twitter.com/haulvern
Contact details: hauljin (skype)
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My legs hurts.
