Susan JessicaSo, I decided to take on the ultimate challenge: a day in the life of Aizawa, the infamous Eraser Head from My Hero Academia. Let me tell you, this guy’s daily grind is not for the faint of heart. I figured, “Hey, how hard could it be to follow the routine of a stoic teacher and pro hero?” Fast forward past three failed attempts to get up at 5 a.m., and well, let’s just say I learned the hard way—Aizawa’s routine is way harder than it looks.
Early Morning: Waking Up Before Dawn (Who Does That?!)
Aizawa wakes up before the crack of dawn. That’s the first thing I learned—and let me tell you, waking up at 5 a.m. is no joke. I’ve never been a morning person. In fact, the only time I’ve voluntarily woken up early is to grab discounted cinnamon rolls at Walmart, but that doesn’t count.
- 5:00 a.m. wakeup call – Apparently, Aizawa’s a big fan of early mornings. I tried it once. Once.
- Quick shower, basic breakfast – No frills, just cereal and maybe toast. If he’s feeling crazy, he might throw on some peanut butter.
- Morning workout – I thought I could do this, but after 10 minutes of jogging, I was already questioning my life choices.
Here’s the kicker: I was really committed. Tried to get out of bed at 5 a.m. sharp. Got my cereal, tried to put on running shoes, but it felt like the world’s weight was on my shoulders. I dragged myself into the cold morning air and tried running… only to realize halfway through that I was doing more limping than jogging.
Anyway, by 7:00 a.m., I was pretty sure my legs were going to fall off. Did I stick to Aizawa’s whole “get up and work out” routine? Nope. But I did get to admire how disciplined the guy is. Seriously, I should get him a medal for surviving that lifestyle without curling up into a ball by 9 a.m.
U.A. High School: The Real Test
Now, it’s time to teach. Teaching? Well, that’s easy, right? Just talk to a bunch of students all day. But nope. Aizawa isn’t just a teacher—he’s a full-time drill sergeant and hero. His students need to be prepared for life-and-death situations, and that means hard lessons and zero slack. I tried following his teaching style for the day, and, well, let’s just say I barely made it through the first 15 minutes before I started zoning out.
Aizawa’s Strict Classroom
- No room for distractions – Aizawa expects total focus. But let’s be real: the only thing I was focused on was my caffeine withdrawal.
- Grueling lessons – His classes don’t hold back. No fluff. No breaks.
- Mental endurance – He has to keep his mind sharp. Um, spoiler alert: mine wasn’t.
Aizawa’s students are always on their toes. There’s no time for daydreaming, no chance to slack off. By noon, my eyes were already fighting to stay open. I kept glancing at my watch, counting down the minutes until lunch. Every time I thought about sneaking a nap, I remembered: no room for distractions.
But seriously, Aizawa’s got mental endurance in spades. Me? Not so much. I ended up staring blankly at the board as I tried to follow along with his lesson. My mind kept wandering. I mean, y’all, I could’ve sworn I heard a bird outside the window chirp my name. That’s how bad it got.
Students, Work, and Waking Up from My Nap
Let’s talk about Aizawa’s students. These kids are tougher than I expected. They go through insane training exercises, have real-life combat drills, and still have the energy to make snarky comments. Meanwhile, I was struggling to keep my eyelids from staging a protest. It was a battle of wills: Aizawa’s unrelenting focus versus my growing desire to take a nap under the desk.
Fast forward past three failed attempts to stay awake in class (seriously, I was close to drooling on my notebook), and I realized—Aizawa’s routine isn’t just physically draining. It’s mentally exhausting, too. He’s gotta stay sharp 24/7. There’s no such thing as an off day when you’re an underrated hero-teacher like him.
Hero Work & Training: Trying to Keep Up with the Pros
After classes, Aizawa heads out for hero work. The guy fights villains and does hero stuff all afternoon. I thought, “I’ve got this.” I tried lifting some weights, did some random push-ups, and maybe (just maybe) stretched a bit. But, let me tell you, my attempts at mimicking Aizawa’s hero training were… laughable.
- Physical training – I imagined myself fighting off a villain with some epic, slow-motion moves. Instead, I tripped over my own feet.
- Mental stamina – Aizawa’s also mentally prepared for danger at all times. Me? I was too busy Googling, “How many push-ups can the average person do before collapsing?”
Look, I’m not proud of this, but my “hero work” was mostly running errands, buying coffee, and occasionally pretending like I was saving the world from a latte disaster. It was way too easy to imagine Aizawa charging into battle while I was still trying to figure out how to properly fold a fitted sheet.
“Aizawa, Wait! Let Me Google That!”
I mean, what is going on with this guy’s hero stamina? Like, I was trying to work on my endurance, but by 4 p.m., I found myself watching YouTube videos of cats instead of fighting villains. I’m supposed to be channeling Aizawa’s mental focus and alertness, but here I am, Googling “how to stay awake while doing nothing.”
At this point, I was convinced Aizawa must’ve secretly been half-cyborg or had some caffeine IV drip in his system. I just couldn’t keep up. Also, why does everything require so much preparation? You need nitrogen-rich soil—wait, no, was it potassium? Let me Google that again…
The Evening: Quiet Reflection… or a Total Collapse
At the end of the day, Aizawa spends some quiet time reflecting. This part of his routine seemed like a nice break. I mean, quiet time after a full day of chaos? Sign me up! Except… this was a little too quiet for me. I collapsed onto my couch with some half-hearted journaling. I don’t know how Aizawa does it. He can apparently clear his mind after all that chaos. Me? I was thinking about what I wanted for dinner, then promptly forgot about it because I was too tired to cook.
Aizawa’s quiet time is about reflecting on his day, staying calm, and finding peace. I, on the other hand, just wanted to find my bed. I’m not sure if this counts as “reflecting,” but it did involve a lot of staring at the ceiling. Definitely not Aizawa-approved.
What I Learned: Aizawa’s Routine is Insane—But I Respect It
Trying Aizawa’s routine for a day made me realize that this guy is built differently. Seriously, I don’t know how he handles all the physical, mental, and emotional challenges of being a teacher and a hero. Aizawa doesn’t just wake up early and work out—he pushes himself to the limit, all day, every day.
- Endurance matters – Aizawa’s day is a constant test of stamina. Whether he’s teaching, fighting, or thinking, he’s always pushing through.
- Mental strength is key – Staying alert and focused is what sets Aizawa apart from other heroes. That’s the real secret to his success.
As for me? I learned that maybe I’ll stick to watching My Hero Academia from the comfort of my couch. I respect Aizawa now more than ever. But if I try his routine again, I’ll probably need to take a nap halfway through.
One last thing: if anyone can find Aizawa’s secret to surviving on 3 hours of sleep, hit me up. Seriously.
