Back to School, Back To You
Mike Ratnofsky • August 11, 2025
Back to School, Back To You: Reset Your Fitness Routine & Score Big With Referralapalooza
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Sleep is often treated as optional - something we’ll focus on when life slows down. But sleep isn’t a luxury habit. It’s a performance habit, a recovery tool, and a foundation for energy, mood, and consistency. That’s why sleep is the final Power Block of January. After stacking protein, hydration, and fiber, sleep is the habit that ties everything together.
Fiber doesn’t get much attention. It’s not flashy. It doesn’t come in a tub or bottle. And it’s rarely the first thing people think about when trying to eat better. But fiber quietly influences some of the biggest drivers of health and performance: digestion, energy, appetite, blood sugar, and long-term metabolic health. These are the same foundations that support strength training performance and recovery (link to Strength LAB landing page). That’s why fiber is our third Power Block of January.
When people think about hydration, they usually picture hot summer workouts and heavy sweat. But winter is often when hydration habits quietly fall apart. Cold air reduces thirst signals. Indoor heating dries out the air. People tend to drink more coffee and less water. And because sweat loss is less noticeable, hydration feels less urgent — even though it still matters. That’s why hydration is our second Power Block of January. Hydration is one of the foundational habits we coach inside our nutrition program because it directly impacts recovery, appetite regulation, and training performance. You can learn more about how our nutrition coaching works here .
