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Day 15 of the Push-Up Challenge

Starting the day with 3130 push-ups done! Since I reached my goal of 3000 push-ups in just 15 days, I’m now shifting my focus to quality over quantity. I’ll still do a minimum of 100 push-ups per day, but I’ll also incorporate other exercises into my routine.

Push-up challenge day 15
Push-up challenge day 15

The Exercise Mix

In addition to push-ups, I’ll be including sit-ups every day, matching the number of push-ups. I believe in a well-rounded workout, so I’ll also incorporate a leg exercise that corresponds to the number of push-ups. To begin, I’m adding dumbbell squats for a great lower body workout.

Join Me in Making a Difference

I’m excited to continue this journey and make an even greater impact for St. Jude’s. Your support means everything, so please consider donating and sharing my progress. Together, we can make a difference in the lives of children. Let’s keep pushing forward! 💪🏼💙

Please go to my Facebook donation page for St. Jude’s and donate

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Curtis Matthews day fifteen
Pictures of some of the food I ate the last few days

Tracking food intake

Exciting update for the next 15 days of the push-up challenge! Alongside my fitness journey, I’ll be taking you on a visual tour of my food intake. Join me as I capture and share mouthwatering pictures of my daily meals, snacks, and culinary adventures. Let’s explore the intersection of fitness and food, and perhaps discover some new healthy and delicious options together. Stay tuned for a feast for the eyes! 📸🍽️

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Push up fundraising challenge

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Are you ready to get pumped up and inspired? I’m five days into the St. Jude push-up challenge, and I’m already a thousand push-ups down on day 6! Today, I completed 500 push-ups, and I’m aiming to hit the 3000 goal in just 15 days. It’s not just about the physical challenge, though. This challenge is all about raising money for the St. Jude hospital, and I’m calling on all my Facebook friends to donate to this worthy cause. Join me in this push-up challenge and let’s make a difference together. Let’s support the kids at St. Jude hospital and show them that they are not alone. Every push-up counts, and every donation makes a difference. Let’s do this!

https://www.facebook.com/donate/510577704460762/?fundraiser_source=external_url

Day 7 of St. Jude’s push-up challenge: Finished strong with 50 tonight after a morning session of 150. I’m feeling the burn for sure. 1550 push ups done so far and on track to hit the 3000 in 15 days.

https://youtu.be/O72u58UEZO0

Day 11 of the challenge

Day 11, and I have done 2500 push-ups so far. I am on track of hitting my goal of doing 3000 push-ups in 15 days.

Push up progress
https://youtu.be/vZ9p8tBkNdE
Day 11 100 more push-ups ups done at night
https://youtu.be/t38UAQdnLwI
Got my cat doing push-ups
https://youtu.be/kTIuKSa7Ehg
Day 13 and another 100 in the morning

Please go to St Jude’s hospital donation page on Facebook and donate.

3030 push-ups day 13
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Gina and I are training again

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At Anytime Fitness in Westchase Florida, my wife Gina and I have resumed our regular gym training routine. We prefer this gym because of its convenient location and excellent facilities. It is the perfect place for us to achieve our fitness goals.

During one of our gym sessions, we decided to take some videos of ourselves goofing around. I was showing off my chest bouncing skills, while my wife Gina was demonstrating her incredible strength by doing pushups. And let me tell you, these were not your typical girly pushups. Gina performed them with pushup bars, adding an extra level of difficulty and showcasing her impressive upper body strength.

I have to admit that I was surprised by how many pushups Gina was able to do. She managed to complete an impressive 13 pushups with ease, which is a testament to her hard work and dedication to fitness. As for me, I continue to work on building my pecs and getting them to bounce to the beat.

At Anytime Fitness, we have access to a wide range of equipment and classes, which makes it easy to mix up our workouts and keep things interesting. We are constantly pushing ourselves to reach new fitness milestones and enjoy the process of becoming stronger and healthier.

So, if you’re looking for a great gym in the Westchase Florida area, we highly recommend Anytime Fitness. It’s a welcoming and supportive environment that caters to people of all fitness levels and goals. Come join us and see for yourself how fun and rewarding fitness can be!

Curtis Matthews bouncing his Pecs at Anytime Fitness in Westchase
Gina doing pushups at Anytime Fitness in Westchase Florida

Unique flavors of Ethiopian food Orlando

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Ethiopian food in Orlando, Florida Unique flavors

On Valentine’s Day, while spending a few days in Orlando, Florida, we decided to explore Unique flavors of Ethiopian food for the first time. A quick search on Google led us to a restaurant close to the Hilton Grand Vacations SeaWorld, with an impressive 4.9-star rating Selam Ethiopian & Eritrean. We were excited to try something new and experience the unique flavors of Ethiopian food.

As we perused the menu, we noticed that injera was a staple of Ethiopian cuisine. Injera is a soft and spongy circular pancake that serves as the foundation of Ethiopian food. It is made from a grain called Teff, which is ground into flour, mixed with water, slightly fermented, and then fried in a heavy skillet. The result is a lightly sour and flavorful base that pairs perfectly with the various stews and dishes that accompany it.

We were eager to try the injera and ordered a few different dishes to go with it. To our delight, the food did not disappoint. The stews and dishes were flavorful and aromatic, with a variety of spices and seasonings that we had never tasted before. And the injera was the perfect accompaniment, soaking up the sauces and enhancing the overall taste of the meal.

Coffee from Ethiopia

After our satisfying meal, we contemplated finishing off the evening with a cup of coffee, but my wife cautioned me that it might keep me awake. So, we decided to save the coffee for the next day and headed back to the same restaurant to try it out. We had heard that coffee from Ethiopia was renowned for its complex flavor notes, and we were eager to sample it for ourselves. As expected, the coffee was bright and fruity, with subtle sweetness and a floral aroma. We could detect notes of citrus and berries, and the higher acidity made it feel refreshing and lively. To complement the coffee, we indulged in a delicious Tiramisu cake, which proved to be the perfect dessert.

Overall, our Valentine’s Day in Orlando, Florida, was a unique and memorable experience, thanks in part to our exploration of Ethiopian cuisine and coffee. We highly recommend trying Ethiopian food and coffee to anyone looking to expand their palate and try something new.