Am I dirty and gross or am I normal and justified??
margieward82
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So here is my typical day:
6:30- wake up, have coffee
7:00- get baby up, dressed and fed
7:30- go for a morning walk/jog
8:30- make hubby breakfast, pack his lunch, etc
.... Run errands, play with baby, etc...
1:00- baby naps and I go lift weights (in home gym)
2:00- protien shake then SHOWER
2:30- baby is up, feed her and play and run errands/do chores
My question is: is staying in the same workout clothes from my morning run until after I finish my afternoon lifting session dirty/gross or is it normal and justified??
6:30- wake up, have coffee
7:00- get baby up, dressed and fed
7:30- go for a morning walk/jog
8:30- make hubby breakfast, pack his lunch, etc
.... Run errands, play with baby, etc...
1:00- baby naps and I go lift weights (in home gym)
2:00- protien shake then SHOWER
2:30- baby is up, feed her and play and run errands/do chores
My question is: is staying in the same workout clothes from my morning run until after I finish my afternoon lifting session dirty/gross or is it normal and justified??
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You're a mom. Completely normal and justified
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No...it doesn't have to be...but by being a woman...be careful. There is more chance of a a UTI developing because of the bacteria growth. I would suggest a short 5 minute shower after your walk (use a shower cap if you have dry hair) and then have a 'real' shower when you can. The important thing is to keep yourself 'clean'.0
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I don't have a problem with it.0
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I'm going to vote yuck! Sorry
I'm a stay at home mom too and I get out of those clothes (even if I can NOT squeeze in the shower) ASAP. Baby wipes are great for a quick wipe down when the kid (or husband) can not wait. So there are days where I change clothes a couple times, which is a pain but better than being in sweaty clothes.0 -
You don't have time to take 2 showers a day. If it does not bother you then do not worry about it. If you feel it is becoming a problem due to "issues" in places then start taking a shower after your morning workout.0
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My skin would hate me. But if you're not acne prone or super stinky (hehe) then it's probably not a big deal. If I didn't have to go to work, I'd probably do the same thing if I could get away with it! lol0
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I guess it would depend on how much you sweat. If you don't sweat much, I wouldn't worry about it, but if you are dripping then you should probably take a quick shower.0
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My opinion, it's your body and your life, do it how you do and what works for you. 0
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It happens to me, too, when I have rehearsal (I'm a dancer) and then have to go to a meeting, then meet a friend, then go teach, then, finally, go all the way back home on public transportation, all before I shower. =\ I think it's just part of life for those of us who try to "do it all". If I feel really gross, I may give myself a "paper towel bath" in the bathroom, and I have an extra pair of undies in my rehearsal bag in case I need it. But I think it's fine!0
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If you were my wife, I wouldn't care what you wore if you made me breakfast and lunch everyday.0
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i would live in my dirty, grose, sweaty gym clothes... because they are so comfortable0
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I can't help but ask...if you have to ask, do you think it's gross? That being said, when I go ice skating in the mornings, I sometimes don't take off my sweaty clothes until later in the day, if I'm working from home or something. I guess it depends on how dirty I feel.0
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You can baby wipe, change underwear, and get back into the sweats. That way, you only have to change the outer clothes once and the undies twice.0
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I do it all the time and have no problem with it. It's not a big deal 0
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I'm dirty and gross, too. I did take off my drippy, sweat soaked tee shirt, but I haven't showered yet.:blushing:0
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You're a mom. Completely normal and justified
QFT.0 -
Totally normal! Great daily plan!0
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I'd also say it depends on how sweaty you're getting durnig your run. I sweat pretty heavily when I run (but I'm a noob) so I'd have to shower or I'd get seriously itchy and rashy when the sweat dried on my skin. But if I just go for a quick walk or something low key like that, a shower's not always necessary.
Also, since someone brought it up - besides UTIs, you could also be encouraging yeast infections. Ah, the pleasures of being a woman... ;-)0 -
From what you described about your morning, you are pretty hard core. You get to do whatever the heck you want. You motivate me.0
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Sounds like you found a nice routine that works for you, I'd definitely stick with it. Keep kickin' *kitten* man!0
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if you dont feel gross, then whatever. i personally feel gross. i time my workouts to be before my sons nap time so i can shower while he naps. then later i work out at home after he's in bed, or my husband watches him so i can get a work out in and shower again before bed. its a LOT of laundry! lol. but i'm a stay at home mom. so i have the time.0
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I guess I should clarify:
- I don't sweat much
- didn't think about UTI, but will keep that in mind!
- I don't mind it, just wondering if others do the same... More curious than anything!
- I don't think I stink much, but who knows!
- and lol @ making hubby breakfast and lunch! I am a teacher, so during the summer my full time job is to be a great mom and wife he doesnt get it all year round 
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Oh I do the same thing.. I think if you shower before your workout your sweet is cleaner lol. I buy nice workout clothes cuz i just don't see the point in changing into clean clothes after the gym so I almost always where my workout clothes for the rest of the day. All I do is wear workout clothes cuz they are so comfy when your taking care of a baby all day.0
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You're a mom. Completely normal and justified
QFT.
qft = quoted for truth? quit freaking talking?
i also think it depends on how you sweaty you get and how gross you feel. i've gone for a 5 mile run (believe me, i'm dripping), then stopped at the grocery store (mmm air-conditioning) and went to out lunch all before going home and showering.
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I wouldn't. I sweat too much to leave the clothes on. Even after its dried, I am aware that there is a thin layer of dried up sweat (waste) on me... Having said that, I would probably do everything you do but leave the house. I would do housestuff, but I'd have to jump in the shower before I leave. 0
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1. you're awesome. keep it up!
2. for the uti thing, I'd say have a baby wipe wipe down (w/o changing) just to keep the cleanliness factor.
3. you could also change your undies!
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I dont shower until Im done sweating for the day.0
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If it doesn't bother you, then it's all good. Just be aware of how it affects your health, some people get rashes from staying in sweaty clothes, others don't, UTIs, etc. 0
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I guess it would depend on how much you sweat. If you don't sweat much, I wouldn't worry about it, but if you are dripping then you should probably take a quick shower.
I was thinking the same thing.0 -
I can totally relate to staying in workout clothes. My workouts are always in the evening. I am the most pumped after a run & I get "busy" doing stuff around the house. I take advantage of all the energy, stinky or not.
Once I take a shower, I am DONE. Plus, I don't want to get out of the shower while still sweating. My body takes time to cool down. When I start getting cold, I know it's time to get out of the clothes & hit the shower. :laugh: 0
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