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Fit4LifeAR
Fit4LifeAR Posts: 233 Member
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Hi, fellow teachers (and other school staff)! I really wanted to create a group for teachers who wanted to support each other as school starts up again in the next few weeks.

We all know how busy and hectic the beginning of the year is, so I really hope this helps us all stay motivated. Whether you are a teacher, administrator, nurse, office staff, day care worker, bus driver, etc., join us and say hello!

https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/114970-fit-teachers-plc-beginning-of-the-year-survival

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  • Wolfena
    Wolfena Posts: 1,570 Member
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    Hey... I'm in. I don't work for the school, technically - we're a contractor. But anyway, I'm the Ops Mgr for the school bus terminal (who ends up driving one quite often because we're short staffed)

    Hello :)
  • Fit4LifeAR
    Fit4LifeAR Posts: 233 Member
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    Wolfena wrote: »
    Hey... I'm in. I don't work for the school, technically - we're a contractor. But anyway, I'm the Ops Mgr for the school bus terminal (who ends up driving one quite often because we're short staffed)

    Hello :)

    Welcome!! I had to drive a bus for coaching, that was terrifying! The first time I had to park the bus in the bus barn, after a game, I hit another bus lol.
  • ksamp39
    ksamp39 Posts: 20 Member
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    What makes teachers so different from anyone else trying to be fit/losing weight?.. Coming from someone who's partner is a secondary school teacher tis no different from any other job!
  • TMWood1980
    TMWood1980 Posts: 16 Member
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    I'm in...I'm a Targeted Assistance Specialist (Intervention para) in a K-2 primary school...working on my teaching degree.
  • lamilli09
    lamilli09 Posts: 354 Member
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    Bump/joined! School counselor here... only one more week before I go back :#
  • Fit4LifeAR
    Fit4LifeAR Posts: 233 Member
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    ksamp39 wrote: »
    What makes teachers so different from anyone else trying to be fit/losing weight?.. Coming from someone who's partner is a secondary school teacher tis no different from any other job!

    I am up for anyone joining, but any teacher will tell you that the first 4-6 weeks of school is madness. You are easily working 60 hours a week, plus working at home, not to mention classroom set ups, meet the parent nights, and regular stresses of BOY. The beginning of the year is not the easiest time to focus on your health.
  • lamilli09
    lamilli09 Posts: 354 Member
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    ksamp39 wrote: »
    What makes teachers so different from anyone else trying to be fit/losing weight?.. Coming from someone who's partner is a secondary school teacher tis no different from any other job!

    As OP noted - the beginning of the school year is coming up. The back to school transition is hard work for students and it requires a good bit of extra work from school staff. And when you're putting in extra 3-6 hours of work every day, it can be very easy to slip out of your workout routine or regularly scheduled meals.

    Not sure what field you are in, but I am certain that you can liken it to a time of year when your office or business has a significant workload increase.
  • TMWood1980
    TMWood1980 Posts: 16 Member
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    ksamp39 wrote: »
    What makes teachers so different from anyone else trying to be fit/losing weight?.. Coming from someone who's partner is a secondary school teacher tis no different from any other job!

    The first few weeks are insane. For my position I will not be doing my actual job until September so I will be go go go on my feet all day most likely skipping lunch to assist. Which honestly worries me...skipping lunch means I will likely grab something bad and go...I am trying to plan for that now.

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