Hola amigos,
At 2am, while most of the UAE slept, Ahmad Aljanahi laced up for a 162km solo run across the desert.
Why?
Not for a medal.
Not for a paycheck.
But because his daughter asked him, “Is this the Flag to Flag race?”
In that moment, a father turned into a living legend.
This isn’t just a story about running—it’s about choosing your own heroic identity, every damn day.
Today, we’re also covering:
The 5 expert-backed tactics to sleep like an elite
The gut-reset foods that unlock mental clarity
The antioxidant stack that helps you fight back against modern aging.
🏁 FLAG TO FLAG: THE 3X RULE FOR PURPOSE-DRIVEN PERFORMANCE
Ahmad Aljanahi isn’t your typical ultra-runner. He’s a full-time banker, father of four, and living proof that you don’t need more hours, you need more alignment.
Here’s what his routine teaches high performers:
The 3x Rule:
→ 100% at work
→ 100% for his family
→ 100% in training
No overlap. No excuses. Just ruthless focus and a relentless WHY. Ahmad didn't find time, he made it, anchored by a mission his kids could be proud of.
🔥 Tactical takeaway:
→ Your body follows your calendar. Block time like a bank account. Withdraw for family, training, and performance without overdrafting.
😴 SLEEP LIKE AN ULTRARUNNER: 5 SCIENCE-BACKED STRATEGIES
Ahmad attributes his performance to a non-negotiable 7+ hours of quality sleep. Turns out, the experts agree. Here’s how they recover like pros:
1. Trigger Sleep with a Cortisol Comeback
→ 4-7-8 breathing
→ Foam rolling or binaural beats
→ No doomscrolling post-9pm
2. Track or Reflect. But Don’t Obsess
→ Oura rings give data.
→ Journals give patterns.
→ Choose what reduces your anxiety.
3. Supplement Smart, Not Blind
→ Magnesium > melatonin (unless jet-lagged)
→ Try GABA or glycine-rich foods like bone broth
4. Set a Work Shutdown Alarm
→ Log off by 9pm or your brain will keep working all night.
5. Bedtime = Success Habit, Not Suggestion
→ Ideal sleep window: 10pm–6am
→ Deep sleep peaks before 1am
→ REM rules 3–6am
🧠 GUT-BRAIN UPGRADE: BUILD YOUR MENTAL EDGE FROM THE INSIDE OUT
Ahmad’s mental resilience didn’t come from mindset hacks—it started in his gut.
Here’s how to feed yours like a high performer:
1. Prebiotics + Fiber = Gut Rocket Fuel
→ Garlic, onions, leeks
→ Cruciferous veg + chia seeds = brain clarity
2. Avoid Gut Saboteurs
→ Processed foods
→ Late-night meals
→ Chronic stress (train your vagus nerve via cold exposure + deep exhales)
3. Add Bone Broth for Bonus Gains
→ Glycine helps sleep
→ Collagen supports your gut lining
→ Bonus: supports joints for endurance athletes
🧠 If your gut is inflamed, your decision-making is impaired. Feed it right.
🔬 BONUS LONGEVITY EDGE: THE ANTIOXIDANT STACK THAT COUNTERS MODERN LIFE
Free radicals are like corporate burnout in your bloodstream. You don’t feel them until they hit something vital.
Here’s the Live Leaner antioxidant arsenal:
→ Resveratrol – Found in red wine, better in supplements
→ Lycopene – From tomatoes, protects against lung and prostate cancer
→ Vitamin A / Beta-Carotene – For cellular repair
→ Lutein + Zeaxanthin – Protects eyes + reduces colon cancer risk
Closing Thought
Being a high performer isn’t about doing more. It’s about choosing better. Ahmad ran 162KM to prove what’s possible with passion and preparation.
What’s your version of Flag to Flag?
I read you in the comments.
Hasta la vista, amigo.
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