RunMonkeyMama Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 Hi there! I have to come to the realization that I need to do something about my weight. Two kids and a sedentary job, plus nearing middle age means I can't eat crap like I used to. I used to be very active: biking, running, swimming, doing triathlons. But then I had kids and I just don't have the time to pop off for a 20 mile bike ride after work anymore. I've tried running in the morning before work, but that usually requires me to only get about 4-5 hours of sleep, and as I've aged, I just can't hang with sleep deprivation anymore. I try to go to the gym at lunch, but it seems like something always comes up (or - let's face it - I get lazy). I feel so much better when I'm eating right and exercising, but it's hard to get back into it when you've been away for a while. I need something to keep me focused and accountable. And to encourage me. About me:Married, two kids (ages 6 & 4), work full-time in telecom for a software company, going to school part-time working toward a B.S. in chemistry. Dream of going on to a PhD program next. My days are full, and I don't always get to make meals at home. I often have to find something from a vending machine on campus to quell the grumble in my tummy. Hope to get to know some forumites and make some new (nerdy! yay!) friends. Quote Link to comment
schulace Posted October 29, 2013 Report Share Posted October 29, 2013 Kids AND college AND a job? You go girl! I can barely handle school and a job and a cat! My #1 recommend for on-the-go tummy grumbles: Nuts. I go to a grocery store where you can get 'em by the pound, so you're not paying for packaging, and I just go crazy. I get a couple pounds of different varieties and keep them in a tupperware or mason jar in my purse wherever I go. Expensive, but they don't need refrigeration or microwaving, and they're packed with protein. Welcome to this place! Best of luck with your goals! Quote LV 0 | HOMO SAPIENADVENTURERSTR 0 | DEX 0 | STA 0 | CON 0 | WIS 0 | CHA 0IT BEGINS LOG --- THERE ARE MORE THINGS IN HEAVEN AND EARTH, HORATIO, THAN ARE DREAMT OF IN OUR PHILOSOPHY. Link to comment
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