GwenRN50

Hi! I'm a nursing instructor. I teach basic nurses aide training. I've taught med/surg in an AD RN program previously. Feel free to add me :)

appreciate everyone for stopping by!

Hi ! Nice to meet you Lindsey :) Think of the benefits of getting fit....that will keep you motivated! Log on every day & record your progress....Good for you for setting a goal! Healthy habits are a life long work in progress....

Hi Leslie! Nice to meet you :) I also have (ugh!) 50 pounds to loose, but will take it one at a time. Congrats on your 8 pound loss, keep it up! I think you & I both know what to do to loose. I've lost & regained the same 50 pounds a few times. LOL Try applying what you did when you were a chef & were sucessful. I just…

Hi Tyler! Nice to meet you. Great goal to exercise & develop good habits!

I do not have this but have meet people who exercise by swimming & by stretching in a warm water pool. That relieves pain. I hope that is possible for you? Does increasing your fluid intake help relieve muscle pain? you may want to talk w/ your healthcare provider about vitamin & mineral supplements.

Hi! Welcome. I'm new too :) Good for you for having career goals & joining here! It helps to track what you eat. You can have a cookie here & there. Just make sure you're eating 5 fruits/veggies per day, & getting enough fluid. I'd love to be your friend ... we can log on daily & support each other :)

It's in the nursing textbook, that the average adult requires 2000-2500ml (60-80 oz) of fluids per day.

You can be the role model. Maybe you'll impact them! Also, ask them for support & give specific examples on how they can help :)