Whenever I return from a trip of more than two or three days, I go through a full re-entry protocol to reset, recharge, and put myself in the best position for success in the week ahead. Now, my routine doesn’t have to be yours, however I’ve had great success with this and I am a firm believer in “routine over random”.

Routine is not the enemy, it’s actually one of my best friends. All you need is the discipline to follow a plan that works for you. This leads to relaxation and freedom, and isn’t that exactly what maximizing midlife is all about?

Here’s exactly what I do.

Steal it, use it, develop your own…

Step 1: Timing is Everything

I always try to get home on Sunday morning (or at least a full day before I have to work). Nothing worse than getting home late Sunday night and trying to hit the ground running without time to re-acclimate.

Step 2: Unpack Immediately

First thing I do: unpack and throw everything straight into the laundry room. No clutter, no delay. Clean slate.

Step 3: Self-Care Reset

  • Shower + Shave: I use the BaBylissPRO Clippers (the Ferrari of clippers). Clean, sharp, done.
  • Skincare: Face mask from Precision Skincare. (Use code MidlifeMale10 at their site.)
  • Manicure / Pedicure / Massage: Sometimes I’ll book these before I even leave for my trip to fully reset my body and mind.

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Step 4: Sweat & Chill

  • Sauna: I use Sisu Sauna (code MidlifeMale).
  • Cold Plunge: I reset with Plunge (code MidlifeMale).

This combo hits the body and brain like nothing else; flushes stress and gets me firing again.

Step 5: Reset the Ride

Car goes straight to get washed and detailed. Fresh car = fresh headspace.

Step 6: Restock & Refuel

Since the fridge is usually empty, I head to Whole Foods and load up. I want my first meals back to be clean, consistent, and on-point; especially after eating out frequently while traveling.

This entire routine is about re-entry, re-acclimating and reestablishing control so I can show up strong for the week ahead. Routine is not the enemy. And as Jocko Willink often says, “discipline does indeed equal freedom.”

In health,

 

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Greg Scheinman
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52. Husband. Father. Entrepreneur. Coach.
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