COVID-19 Impact

estherdragonbat

We've cancelled plans to go away for Passover. My parents (whom we usually spend the holiday with) are in their mid-70s and Dad's been T2D. It's in remission now, but I'm not sure if COVID cares.

First time ever doing it at home. We've just ordered pots and pans and I'm trying to figure out what we'll need to buy. Cancelled pet-sitter.

RelCanonical

cwolfman13 wrote: »

Most of my exercise is outdoors...road cycling, mountain biking, hiking, walking, etc. My gym closing hasn't had any kind of profound effect on me as I only use it for weight training and spin (winter only really). I actually have more time to get in my rides and whatnot since I don't have a 2 hour daily commute at the moment. Spring is also in full swing here so getting outside is really nice...high of 70* today.

Man, I'm not sure what I would have done if this had happened in the midst of winter...picked up snowshoes, probably. I'm bicycling in 40F weather because I'd go stir-crazy otherwise, and I'm usually not even an outdoorsy person.

cwolfman13

Kupla71 wrote: »

I’m self isolating. I’m not allowed to leave my apartment at all. I miss not being able to go out for a walk. I have a balcony which I’m very grateful for and a cat who keeps me company. Doing some boredom eating. Getting very little exercise. My plan is to clean my entire apartment. I’ll need to put on some good music for that to happen! I have been emailing friends and family a lot more than usual. It keeps my spirits up. Stay safe everyone 😊

Are you positive?

jugar

Maybe a team will help. We are in physical isolation, true - but it does not have to be social isolation. A team can help with accountability, is full of ideas, a great place to rant, and if you stick with it, you'll have friends who support you all the way. Give it a try - @Terytha is one of our coolest members. There are more!

Fat2Fit teams invite you to join for April. It starts on Sunday March 29 (because we always start on a Sunday!), but you can dive right in now. Sign up at
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/discussion/10789583/april-registration#latest

If you just want to see what the group is like and check out all its various teams and what it's all about:
https://community.myfitnesspal.com/en/group/114605-fat-2-fit-weight-loss-challenge-and-support-group

lightningbolt9

I'm still working at my (small) office voluntarily, though I've been told I can work from home if I want. I just know my productivity levels are going to crater if I do. My technology has been misbehaving a bit, too. And I work in finance--the days have been considerably more hectic with client calls and processing times, so I need all the focus I can muster.

The other impacts COVID-19 has had on my life have been inconveniences more than anything: limited options at supermarkets, cancelled events/shows, and restrictions on use of public facilities, like parks. My mom and my "second mom" (practically raised me) are both immunocompromised and self-isolating, though, so I'm watchful. I'm not really feeling stressed, but my overeating behavior lately is indicating that I actually am stressed.

Health and safety to you all!

Kupla71

Hi cwolfman13! I’m not positive, that I’m aware of anyway. I have no symptoms. The reason I’ve quarantined myself is because I’ve just returned from Australia travelling through the Hong Kong airport. It’s Canadian law to self isolate for 14 days after international travel so at home I will be.

its_cleo

Hey @Kupla71 Im Canadian too. How many days have you done? I haven't travelled, but I'm trying to stay home as much as possible. Ive been trying to do some youtube videos but it's a challenge.

I'm in Toronto. Feel free to Dm me or friend me if you want.

All the best- we will get through this. I feel pretty proud of how Canada is handling it

cgjerde1

I am a special ed. teacher doing distance learning lessons. Being at home, no schedule/routine, school on spring break this week, and a lot of junk food around = low motivation. Thank you for sharing your stories
My lead staff expects a schedule with office hours from us....so I'm looking positive that will help me move things forward.

josephinebowman

We've stopped going and looking/window shopping, etc. I go alone to grocery, all events in our lives are closed/delayed and I am thinking it has to be at least the month of April, too. I've read a lot of stuff online--trying to be cautious about taking anything to heart but everything makes me think I'VE GOT IT. As far as I know, our county/city has one case. I have been walking outside and messing about the yard but this morning I awoke coughing, have headache and am a bit achy in joints. Our bishop has arranged sacrament for me tomorrow but if I am not totally better, I will cancel my appointment. My son does not at all understand what I have told him about going out, playing/being with neighbors, or GOING FISHING. But my weight seems to be every so slightly creeping mostly downward.

CynthiaMargiotta

Looking for things to do to keep hands busy? Check out in Maintenance Self Isolation = boredom eating

PKM0515

josephinebowman wrote: »

We've stopped going and looking/window shopping, etc. I go alone to grocery, all events in our lives are closed/delayed and I am thinking it has to be at least the month of April, too. I've read a lot of stuff online--trying to be cautious about taking anything to heart but everything makes me think I'VE GOT IT. As far as I know, our county/city has one case. I have been walking outside and messing about the yard but this morning I awoke coughing, have headache and am a bit achy in joints. Our bishop has arranged sacrament for me tomorrow but if I am not totally better, I will cancel my appointment. My son does not at all understand what I have told him about going out, playing/being with neighbors, or GOING FISHING. But my weight seems to be every so slightly creeping mostly downward.

PLEASE do not go out if you are sick. I'm sure you don't want to spread this to other people. 💕

https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/if-you-are-sick/steps-when-sick.html

Feel better! 💕 💕 💕

psychod787

jimmyhstewart wrote: »

What impact is COVID-19 having on your daily routine? My gym closed and I'm having to find new ways to work out, running usually. Grocery shopping, forget it. Teleworking and social distancing is killing my motivation. But I'm here trying to stay focused.

Motivation is not the key IMHO. Its habit! Doing the same thing 99 times and then doing it a hundred. Not sure what your living arrangements or economic situation, but there are ways to get a workout in. Body weigh exercise can help, just use reps and sets to overload. Get some resistance bands. They can kick your backside if used properly. Kettle bells, cinder blocks, family members.... Just fracking do something. Get up at the same time, go to bed at the same time. Keep non goal oriented foods out of site. Keep work area clean of tempting things....... Now, get up and bust a nut/ovary!