This weblog submit is a really particular version of 5-Bullet Friday, my very personal electronic mail publication!
The official finish of the summer time is just a few days away, and to kick off the autumn, I’ve put collectively a smorgasbord of my favourite instruments, dietary supplements, apps, software program, and extra. For the previous few weeks, I’ve been utilizing the overwhelming majority of those each single day.
I additionally reached out to a few of my favourite corporations to get particular offers for you all. Every sponsored bullet has a star on the finish, identical to this sentence.* I’m not shilling something right here. I take advantage of practically all of those on a every day or weekly foundation, and I’m capable of take a look at every thing below the solar, in order that’s saying one thing.
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Providers I’m loving for household bonding
Storyworth and Remento for recording my mother and father’ tales and recollections for future generations. Each help you seize cherished moments into lovely books. I selected Storyworth’s written format for my dad, and it offers prompts from a library of 100+ questions. I picked Remento for my mother, which is audio-first and requires no writing on her half. I examined them each after your responses to my query on the perfect merchandise for preserving mother and father’ recollections! They labored higher, and delivered extra, than I ever may have hoped. A+ funding.
Software program I’m leveraging for all times and work
Should you’re nonetheless hammering out textual content to clarify issues to tech help, your boss, your staff, or your mom, Loom eliminates the frustration of describing what you want by letting you present it. I usually use Loom just a few instances a day to avoid wasting time.
With display screen recording and picture-in-picture video, I can get my message throughout in 1 / 4 of the time it will take to sort an electronic mail, whereas virtually guaranteeing nothing will get misplaced in translation. Take heed to my podcast with Ranges CEO Sam Corcos to listen to how he makes use of (and now, how my workforce makes use of) Loom and video seize to coach digital assistants and new hires. It’s lifeless easy, and this strategy creates a library of movies you should use repeatedly, as an alternative of one-off coaching it’s worthwhile to repeat.
ChatGPT desktop app. ChatGPT for desktop will get me into the app with out all of the login rigamarole and lets me ask ChatGPT questions. I take advantage of it instead of Google a minimum of 80% of the time, as there aren’t any sponsored outcomes and I can open it immediately with the Mac keyboard shortcut Possibility + Spacebar. Scroll by way of the demos to see what I’m speaking about.
What I’m utilizing for meditation and every day gratitude
The Waking Up app, created by famend writer and neuroscientist Sam Harris. This can be a world-class program for thoughts coaching, and my favourite side might be the oldie-but-goodie *development* of a number of expertise in Sam’s personal 30-day intro course, which I’ve completed a number of instances. For gratitude particularly, take heed to his “The Final Time” meditation to get a style. I additionally use DailyZen.com for checking wi-fi connections, as information websites and social media are usually on my not-to-visit checklist. It has offered nice quotes and Zen-inspired choices for greater than 25 years.
What I take advantage of to remain sharp, mentally and bodily
The Momentous Efficiency Stack. Momentous gives a broad spectrum of high-quality dietary supplements and merchandise, and my cupboard is stuffed with them. I’ve been testing all of it for months whereas coaching and touring. Lately, I collaborated with their workforce to bundle my favorites, and you’re the first to have the prospect to attempt it. My Efficiency Stack consists of Whey Protein Isolate, Creatine Monohydrate, and Magnesium Threonate. I selected these core merchandise particularly for his or her psychological, bodily, and sleep advantages, focusing on every thing you want for higher all-around efficiency. Momentous sources high quality (e.g., Creapure), and all of their merchandise are NSF and Knowledgeable Sport Licensed, which is the gold commonplace in third-party testing. For a restricted time, Momentous is providing 5-Bullet Friday subscribers a free customized shaker together with your buy to rejoice the launch of my Efficiency Stack. Click on right here to get this unique supply and take a look at it for your self.*
Sleep know-how I’m utilizing each night time
Eight Sleep Pod 4 Extremely. Temperature is among the essential causes of poor sleep, and warmth is my private nemesis. A number of years in the past, I began utilizing the Pod Cowl, and it has reworked my sleep. Eight Sleep has simply launched their latest technology of the Pod: Pod 4 Extremely. With the perfect temperature efficiency so far, Pod 4 Extremely ensures you and your associate keep cool when it’s sizzling and cozy-warm when it’s chilly. It additionally routinely tracks your sleep time, sleep phases, HRV, and coronary heart fee. And with the all-new adjustable base that matches between your mattress and body, you’ll be able to alter your mattress for the last word sleeping place. If it detects loud night breathing, it is going to routinely elevate your head to a greater place. And now, subscribers to 5-Bullet Friday can get $350 off of the Pod 4 Extremely for a restricted time. Click on right here to say this deal and unlock your full potential by way of optimum sleep.*
How I’m coaching for alpine out of doors journeys (and common health)
Outdoorsmans Atlas Coach Body System. In need of filling a pack with rocks and sandbags, I all the time had a tough time discovering a great way to progressively and simply ruck with heavy masses. Mounted customized plates generally is a problem, you desire a first rate waist harness, loading and unloading is a ache within the ass, and so forth.
The Atlas Coach solves all of that. It makes use of commonplace Olympic-sized barbell plates, so that you simply micro-progress in 2.5-lb or 5-lb increments. Should you do something with a barbell, it’s doubtless you have already got the precise plates.
As one reviewer put it, “The strapping guides the load to my hips, and there’s no strain in any respect on my shoulders. I really feel skilled in my legs, hip adductors, and decrease abs after every session.” And that’s precisely the place you wish to really feel skilled to stroll for miles with heavy gear. If it’s out of inventory, click on “Notify me” on this web page.
Electrolytes I’m utilizing every day
LMNT, my every day go-to electrolyte drink combine. I add electrolytes for a lot of causes: as a result of I drink water compulsively whereas sitting at a laptop computer (which dilutes electrolytes and leads me to really feel drained); as a result of I’m usually on a low-carb eating regimen; and since I’ve misplaced electrolytes by way of train, sauna, and so forth. Every serving of LMNT delivers a significant dose of electrolytes with out the rubbish—no sugar, no synthetic components, no coloring, no junk—and it tastes nice. I’m additionally loving the brand-new LMNT glowing water, which I’ve stocked in my fridge. Discover your favourite taste with a free LMNT Pattern Pack, included with any buy.*
What I take advantage of for protein and endurance
Maui Nui sugar-free pepper venison jerky sticks. I eat 3–6 of those per day. Finally, I ended up investing in Maui Nui as a result of (1) they produce scrumptious merchandise like these jerky sticks, produced from the cleanest and most nutrient-dense meat you should buy in North America, and (2) they’re stabilizing Maui’s invasive axis deer inhabitants within the course of. At 10 grams of protein per stick, I can shortly and simply hit my purpose of 30 grams of high quality protein inside half-hour of waking up. For fueling up throughout longer hikes and exercises, I add in UCAN’s chocolate fudge vitality bars.
Probiotics I’m utilizing
Seed DS-01® Every day Synbiotic. I’m extremely skeptical of most probiotics (most are shipped lifeless or don’t make it by way of your abdomen, and so forth.), however Seed’s DS-01 was advisable to me by an achieved microbiologist. I began utilizing Seed nicely earlier than they ever reached out to my workforce. After incorporating two capsules into my routine within the morning, I observed improved digestion and pores and skin tone. Primarily based on some reviews, I’m hoping it is going to additionally impact my lipid profile, however that’s TBD. DS-01 is among the most strong, science-based, and rigorously evidence-backed synbiotics available on the market, engineered in a patented supply system for optimum survivability and formulated for optimum digestion, gut-immune perform, gut-barrier integrity, and even gut-skin-axis advantages like clearer pores and skin. DS-01 has shortly develop into a staple in my every day routine, and I’ve labored with Seed to supply my readers 25% off your first month of DS-01 with code TIM25. Begin at this time and also you’ll additionally obtain a free journey vial in your Welcome Package. Click on right here to get began.*
Espresso devices I and my mates adore
AeroPress Unique. That is an unimaginable, and inexpensive, little gem. As I wrote in The 4-Hour Chef: “That is now, bar none, my favourite brewing technique. Bear in mind the Aerobie, the wonderful UFO-like disc that you could possibly throw farther than a soccer area, 20 instances farther than a regular Frisbee? Alan Adler, a mechanical engineer and Stanford College lecturer, created it. After conquering the Nineteen Eighties toy market, he started to obsess over espresso. The consequence was the AeroPress, which debuted in 2006. Rapidly adopted by the specialty espresso group, it gives a easy technique to put together a small quantity of wonderful espresso, and it’s nice for journey.” I additionally use the In a position Brewing “DISK,” a reusable stainless-steel filter for the AeroPress. This avoids the waste of disposable paper filters. It could all simply slot in your carry-on baggage for the street, too.
What I’m utilizing for dietary insurance coverage
AG1 all-in-one dietary complement. I give attention to nutrient-dense meals, in fact, however AG1 additional covers the dietary gaps in my eating regimen. With AG1, you get a high-quality multivitamin and multimineral, pre- and probiotics, adaptogens, greens, and extra, offering you a cost-efficient technique to consolidate your complement stack into one product for lower than $3.00 per day. I first advisable AG1 in The 4-Hour Physique in 2010(!). 5-Bullet Friday readers get a free 1-year provide of liquid vitamin D + 5 journey packs with a subscription.*
What I’m utilizing for podcasting
Logitech Brio 4K Webcam. Quite than use my inside MacBook Professional cam or a prosumer video setup, I went with this middle-ground possibility, and I couldn’t be happier. For recording digital conversations, I take advantage of Riverside for crystal-clear video and audio recorded regionally and within the cloud. Pair it with Descript’s editor, which gives unimaginable one-click AI audio enhancements that can blow your thoughts. For the walk-and-talk episodes I’ve completed with company Jerry Colonna, Seth Godin, and Greg McKeown, I’ve used this AudioTechnica headset.
What I’m sleeping on
Helix Sleep premium mattresses. I began sleeping on a Helix mattress in 2017, and I’m nonetheless sleeping on one at this time. They have been named finest total mattress of 2024 by Forbes, Wired, Fortune, and plenty of others. My sleep has actually improved, and I do know that as a result of I observe my sleep well being (HRV, coronary heart fee, temperature, and so forth). Should you’d like to enhance your individual sleep, take into account taking Helix’s two-minute sleep quiz. Primarily based in your physique sort and the way you sleep, their algorithm will establish your very best mattress. As a subscriber to 5-Bullet Friday, you’ll be able to obtain a limited-time supply of 25% off any mattress (I sleep on the Midnight Luxe), plus two free pillows.*
Instrument that has saved my decrease again
PSO-RITE. In case you have low-back ache, there’s a very good probability your psoas muscle is concerned. This was advisable by a number of individuals in this Twitter thread on self-release, and I take advantage of it proper earlier than mattress. If the mid-back is your problem, check out the Nayoya acupressure mat or one among its imitators. The Nayoya mat was launched to me by Cirque du Soleil phenom Andrii Bondarenko.
Favourite e-commerce platform
Shopify. My followers first advisable Shopify to me in 2008 as the perfect e-commerce platform, and it’s solely improved since. I take advantage of it personally, and Shopify is designed for anybody to promote anyplace, giving entrepreneurs the assets as soon as reserved for giant enterprise. Very quickly flat, you’ll be able to have a great-looking on-line retailer that brings your concepts to life, and you’ll have the instruments to handle your day-to-day and drive gross sales. No coding or design expertise required. Go to Shopify.com/Tim to enroll in a one-dollar-per-month trial interval. It’s an important deal for an important service, so test it out. Take your enterprise to the subsequent stage at this time by visiting Shopify.com/Tim.*
My most popular money financial savings account
Wealthfront. Wealthfront is an app that helps you handle and make investments your cash. Proper now, you’ll be able to earn 5.00% APY—that’s the Annual Share Yield—with the Wealthfront Money Account by way of its community of associate banks. That’s greater than ten instances extra curiosity than a financial savings account at a financial institution, in line with FDIC.gov. It takes just some minutes to enroll, and you then’ll instantly begin incomes 5.00% APY curiosity in your short-term money till you’re prepared to speculate. And while you open an account at this time, you’ll be able to get an additional fifty-dollar bonus with a deposit of 5 hundred {dollars} or extra. Phrases apply. Go to Wealthfront.com/Tim to get began. I obtain money compensation from Wealthfront Brokerage LLC for promoting, and I maintain a non-controlling fairness curiosity within the company father or mother of Wealthfront Brokerage. See full disclosures right here.*
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