When I was studying for the bar exam, I treated it like a full-time job, and made sure I did other things to keep myself sane! I would go to the library from 9-5 everyday (Monday-Friday) to do my studying, etc. I'd pack healthy snacks to take with me (the study rooms allowed eating). After I'd finish up studying for the day, I'd go home, eat dinner, and go to the gym. After the gym I'd review my notes one more time before settling in to read a book for fun and go to sleep (I had to read something non-law related before bed or I'd dream about what I studied!). On Saturdays I would study from like 12-5, and then hang out with my brother or friends in the evening, and on Sundays I tried to take more time to myself. I followed the study plan that Barbri laid out, but also tried not to stress too much. I did fine. Now, studying for the bar while working full time - still havent figured that out and I'm taking a second state bar this summer while working full time. *sigh* My plan is work out in the morning, go to work, and then study in the evenings.

It may be a little late to respond to this, as you are probably deeply immersed in studying, but for what it's worth I took the CA bar last year and passed (thank heaven!). I agree with the above poster -- treat it like a job and grind it out.

I would add that planning ahead as much as possible will make your life easier. The two weeks before the exam will be insane. You will probably be studying 16+ hours a day -- I know I was. Plan & shop for your meals well in advance, b/c it is extremely unlikely that you will have the mental energy to deal with it later. Aim for quick, easy, and nourishing. (Fish is supposed to be a good brain food.)

As for exercise, depending on your Bar Prep course, you can multi-task by listening to lectures while you're on the treadmill or something like that. Every little bit counts!

Good luck!