Exercising while in NS...

~KelRN~ · Jul 23, 2010

Hehe I said to myself in January, "Your going to lose the weight before school is over". I haven't lost anything yet and I only have 4 months left.. lol

That's just my experience.

You can do anything you want. I think it's do able, but I'm just lazy.. lol

jagtag · Jul 23, 2010

You're funny, thanks I needed the laugh. I think I will continue to exercise as best as I can.

dee78 · Jul 24, 2010

There are several people in my class that continue their exercise routine and still maintain high grades. So it is possible, you just have to make the time for it. I know some take their notecards to the gym or track and read them while they work out.

I've never been one to exercise, I have gained a few lbs since January...from all the fast food at lunch and then dinner so I can study. I now bring my lunch and we also walk during our extended lunch breaks.

GoodtimeRN · Jul 26, 2010

I was wondering the same thing myself!!! My program starts in September and it is Monday-Friday 7:30am-2:30pm. I'd like to exercise before school, but that doesn't look like it's going to happen! And after school I'm sure I will be exhausted/stressed. But I gotta make it happen!!

jagtag · Jul 28, 2010

Generally, I get up at 5am to go to gym. But I think I will have to move it up an hour once classes begin. Lets not even talk about clinicals which will begin at 6am. I will just have to remain dedicated at all cost. Maybe I will have to learn to like the dreadmill.

VespaLPN · Jul 29, 2010

I did swimming because our county pool was open from 6 am to 8 pm, but recently cut back on hours. It was tough, but I could squeeze in 3 days, usually. I was the only student in class to not gain weight, but I've been too broke to pay for the pool, so during the time off waiting for boards I gained back what I lost....sucks! :eek:

mysticpenguin · Jul 29, 2010

Is it possible to continue an exercise regimen and devote appropriate time to study while in NS?

It definitely is. I personally actually began a whole new lifestyle when I began nursing school... it's been half a year since I've missed a workout (I work out for 1.5 to 2 hours 7 days per week and I'm also on a very strict diet.) Where there's a will, there's a way. I actually use cardio time at the gym to study -- I bring flashcards and diagrams and rather than staring at the TV, I study. It's great because I have zero interruptions, unlike when I'm at home, and because I'm a kinetic learner, moving while I study increases my retention of the material.

I'm also a waitress and full-time student. Just commit yourself to your gym schedule, no excuses, no exceptions, and you'll be amazed at what you can do.