TIRED.....

redrose129

I am starting to get a little depressed with what's going on lately. I am a full time honor's college student, in my 30's, who's married, has one child, and works part-time on the weekends. I am tired. Today, After my first class, I slept in my car for almost 2 hours because I was exhausted. I just turned in an eight-page research paper, took an exam, studied for my next two quizes, getting ready to read a memoir to do a project due in less than 3 weeks, I have final exams coming, and I just feel like I'm tired. My child is in a scouts program, cooking dinner, trying to spend time with the husband, who works until late, homework, housework, etc, I just feel like I can't wake up or have the energy to add a workout program. I was running every morning at 5:30a but I'm just tired.

When I had my break between fall and spring semesters, I lost almost 30 pounds! But....now I haven't lost a pound since! The semester seems to steal the momentum and I feel horrible about it Just wanted to vent and hear any suggestions from other non-traditional full time students.

xoxo

sandi117

If you're feeling so rundown, then don't worry about getting a workout in. Focus on your family, schooling, work, and just eating right. Don't worry about losing more weight, just maintain for now. I go to school full time (20+ hours a week) and work almost full-time (30+ hours a week), and I volunteer with a local medical program (we provide free medical at concert venues around the area) though not as much because of school and working more. Sometimes, I just can't do the gym. Not because I don't have time, but because I am SO exhausted. And I've done like you many times - gotten out of class, gone to my car and just slept.

Listen to your body.

If you do really want to get a workout in, keep in mind you don't have to do a full hour or 30 minutes, you can always do some sit-ups, push-ups, squats, lunges, or jogging in place, etc. for 10-15 minutes. A little is more than nothing. But what I have learned if you do too much, you will make yourself sick, and with the lack of energy you'll have a harder time recovering. Don't get to that point.

Best of luck to you!

redrose129

Thank you so much!! I'm on my way to bed...just finished dishes...you brought up some very good points...maybe I'll try little things...when I'm helping my daughter do homework....maybe a few squats or something. I was thinking....Daily recommended = 40min/day... well....goodnight.

jljshoe1979

Wow - you do have a lot on your plate...I too remember sleeping in my car in between work and school. IMHO - you should watch what you eat and try to maximize your sleep...if you do feel a need to workout, maybe try to multitask and do something fun and active with your child. Also, during busy times, being able to maintain your weight is a big accomplishment too and should not be negated