Episode notes
WEEK 2: THE STANDARD IS THE GOAL
One week in, Leigh is down 2.9 kilograms—from 131.5 kg to 128.6 kg.
But the number on the scale isn’t the result that matters most.
In Week 2 of PROJECT 98.9, Leigh and Mick “Sharkie” unpack the first seven days of the journey and why Leigh is measuring progress differently this time. Of the 49 daily standards available across the week, he hit 46.
The conversation explores how standards become habits, why consistency doesn’t require perfection and what happens when you focus less on the outcome and more on becoming the person capable of achieving it.
Leigh also shares how those standards were tested at a mate’s 40th, why changing one area of his life is already affecting others, and why he hasn’t rushed to tell his family about his early progress.
After years of false starts, he doesn’t want to make another promise.
He wants them to see the change for themselves.
In this episode:
- Leigh’s first-week result: 131.5 kg to 128.6 kg
- Hitting 46 of 49 standards
- Why 90% consistency beats chasing perfection
- How standards become habits and shape identity
- Navigating alcohol, parties and social pressure
- Why focusing on the process matters more than the outcome
- Rebuilding trust through actions instead of promises
The scale is moving. But the bigger challenge is making the new standards stick.
Follow PROJECT 98.9 for a new, honest conversation every week as Leigh and Sharkie document the journey to 98.9.
Content note: This episode contains strong language.
PROJECT 98.9 shares personal experiences and general discussion only. It is not medical or health advice.