Not sure which challenge is right for you? Compare 75 Hard, 75 Medium, 75 Soft, and 30-Day challenges side by side, or take our quick quiz to get a personalized recommendation based on your goals and lifestyle.
Side-by-Side Comparison
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| Aspect |
75 Hard
75 days
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75 Medium
75 days
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75 Soft
75 days
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30-Day
30 days
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| Difficulty Level |
10/10 Extreme
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7/10 Challenging
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4/10 Moderate
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3/10 Beginner
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| Daily Time Required | 2.5-3+ hours | 1.5-2 hours | 1-1.5 hours | 30-60 min |
| Total Duration | 75 days | 75 days | 75 days | 30 days |
| Restart on Failure? | Yes, Day 1 | 22 flex days | No restart | No restart |
| Diet Flexibility | Zero alcohol/cheats | 22 flex meals | Intuitive eating | Varies by plan |
| Workout Flexibility | 2x 45min, 1 outdoor | 1x 45min daily | 45min, active recovery OK | 15-30min typical |
| Workouts Per Day | 2 (45 min each) | 1 (45 min) | 1 (45 min) | 1 (varies) |
| Outdoor Workout Required | Yes | No | No | No |
| Water Intake | 1 gallon (128 oz) | Adequate (personalized) | Adequate | Varies |
| Reading Requirement | 10 pages non-fiction | 10+ pages any genre | 10 pages | Often none |
| Progress Photos | Daily | Weekly | Optional | Optional |
| Mindfulness/Mental Practice | Not required | 5-10 min daily | Optional | Varies |
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Detailed Challenge Breakdown
75 Hard - The Original
Created by Andy Frisella, 75 Hard is the most demanding mental toughness program. Zero flexibility means if you miss any task, you restart from Day 1. Best for those seeking an extreme transformation and willing to sacrifice social flexibility for 75 days.
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75 Medium - The Balanced Approach
Designed as a sustainable alternative, 75 Medium maintains the challenge's core benefits while adding flexibility through 22 flex days. Perfect for those who want real results without sacrificing their social life or mental health.
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75 Soft - The Gentler Version
75 Soft allows active recovery days, intuitive eating, and no restart requirement. Great for beginners or those recovering from burnout. The focus is on building habits rather than testing mental toughness.
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30-Day Challenges - The Starter
Various 30-day fitness challenges offer a lower barrier to entry. Ideal for testing your commitment before committing to a 75-day program. Many people complete a 30-day challenge first, then graduate to 75 Medium.
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