feeling sluggish

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Registered: 06-06-2007
feeling sluggish
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Tue, 07-03-2007 - 6:36pm

Hi all!

I am 36 and attempting to lose about 40 pounds by next June, when I am getting married. I started running about 6 weeks ago-I run a mile in the morning after I eat a small breakfast, then I come home drink plenty of water and then walk about 3 miles. I walk 7 days a week, and I run 5 days a week. I feel really great while I am working out, but when I am finished with my walk, I am done. I shower and then can't seem to get energized for the rest of the day. I am eating healthy and often, but I wonder if I am exercising too much or if my diet is lacking in something. All I know is I need more energy. Anyone have any suggestions or ideas?

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Registered: 11-12-2001
Wed, 07-04-2007 - 12:58am
Hi and Welcome to the Board. Care to share what a typical's day menu might look like and how much sleep you're getting? It could be that you're not eating enough or not getting enough sleep...






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Registered: 08-29-2005
Wed, 07-04-2007 - 8:56am
Hi and Welcome!
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Registered: 06-06-2007
Wed, 07-04-2007 - 9:05am

Good Morning and thanks for the welcome,

Here is a typical day for me meal wise:

I drink 2 cups of coffee when I first get up,
1 bowl/pkg of instant oatmeal w/milk
1 bowl of yogurt with fruit after my run
a light lunch ham sandwhich some fruit or cottage cheese
bowl of cereal for snack
I usually drink some orange juice in the afternoon for a pick up
a normal supper with meat and veggies
a bowl of cereal for snack before bed
I drink alot of water throughout the day

I sleep about 8 hours a night.
I am a teacher and off for the summer so my schedule is different than some. I also do not take a multivitamin or any supplements.

Thank you, Windy

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Registered: 03-19-2003
Wed, 07-04-2007 - 10:28am

Welcome to the board Windy- I'm a teacher too!


Congratulations on your upcoming wedding- guess it is scheduled for when school is out next year. Plenty of time to get into shape!


Vanessa and Sonia mentioned your sleeping- and diet- both look good actually. One thing that did strike me is your two cups of coffee before your run/walks......that may affect you- causing dehydration. Anyway you could have them after, or even cut it down to one? Also make sure you have water on hand for you walk. Plus I wonder if you could go for a shorter walk in the morning and do that last mile in the evening?


One of our motto's around here is baby steps-- if all of what you are doing at the moment is too much, then cut back a little and build up your stamina before taking it to the next level.


HTH- plus hope you're enjoying your time off!
Feel free to visit my other board too, link is in my siggie ;-)







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Registered: 12-04-2003
Wed, 07-04-2007 - 11:46am

Hey Windy! Welcome to the board, and congrats on the upcoming wedding!! It sure sounds like you are on the right track - and your diet and sleep look alright to me - but perhaps IG is right - you might just need extra fluids.


Each person has their specific body rhythms and needs so you may want to just try a few different things (shorter walk, more water, different breakfast) to see if any of those things make a difference.


Here's a little bit of info I found on pre-workout snacks:

http://www.healthcastle.com/sports_nutrition_pre_workout_snacks.shtml

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Registered: 08-16-2005
Thu, 07-05-2007 - 8:18am
Are you eating enough protein?

Smile,

Deirdre

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Registered: 08-16-2005
Thu, 07-05-2007 - 8:41am
Reading your diet it doesn't sound as though you are getting enough protein in for the amount of exercise, you may want to add a bit more protein in, maybe add in some nuts (almonds, walnuts) in the afternoon, or some apples with peanut butter. Protein gives you energy, also some low fat cheese like laughing cow lite is a good source of protein with some celery is a nice snack or string cheese as well, these are great on the go for teachers they are very handy.


Edited 7/5/2007 8:44 am ET by lovinhockey17

Smile,

Deirdre

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Registered: 06-06-2007
Thu, 07-05-2007 - 9:20am

Hello Everyone,

Thank you so much for all of your help. I think that I probably am not getting enough protein. Everything else seems to be ok. I think I am going to try drinking some of those energy protein drinks that are out there. There is a recipe from the owner of that gym thats on BRAVO all the time that looks easy to make. My fiancee thinks I work out too much but I only work out about an hour a day. Thanks again for the support.

Bye Windy