structure.

D was telling me about a podcast he's listening to where the guy talks about how important he feels structure and routine is, specifically as it comes from military service. the question he is asked is how can someone recreate similar experiences if they aren't able to or chose not to serve in such a capacity. the answer--a form of outdoor recreation that pushes your mental limits. we all have our moments as weekend warriors, but aside from those to perform well on both a mental and physical side requires dedication. physically we have to be in a good place to avoid injury or poor performance. mentally we have to be able to take the hurtles in our path as we encounter them, as there isn't always the opportunity to turn around and try again.