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I'm trying to train running 6x a week, working 65h a week. I have 4 trainings scheduled in working days with 2 of them done as a lunch break at WFH (~45-60mins) and 2 before work during office days (60-90 mins). Remaining two I do during weekends (~60-90mins). Actually I've managed to prepare for and complete my first ultramarathon with that routine. I guess the key is not the time, because if properly planned, you can do almost everything. You need to convince yourself that it's a priority for you and you'll be able to fit it in your schedule
I also have a similar schedule - training for an ironman.
Its possible to maintain a relationship as you can find ways to have your partner participate with you in some of the activities, it is difficult but have to get creative for sure. Different ballgame if you were a single individual looking to find a significant other. Cant speak to that as I got into this routine while already in a relationship.
Some food for thought
You just do it.
Go to the gym. Tell yourself it’s not optional. Realize you’ll make sacrifices in your personal/social life to get there. If that’s worth it for you it is, if it’s not it’s not. But there is no other way
Everyone in this thread is right. You just fit it in and make it a priority. Block time off in your calendar if you need to, that's something I do to help me stay accountable. I know my wellbeing is important and I feel so much worse mentally and physically when I don't work out. 10 years in consulting and this has been a constant, anytime I take a couple of months off exercising I feel terrible. I'm 6 months pregnant now and still exercising 4x a week (obviously less intensity 😄) but it's just something you need to prioritize just like client meetings, doctors appointments, etc.
Have your priorities set toward staying fit. No other way.
Rising Star
Yup
I go to Dunkin and do donut curls from box to mouth at the conference table. Sometimes I workout with coworkers and finish a box together.
It’s tough but there are a few things you can do to make a difference. If actually exercising doesn’t fit into your schedule, try to keep your non-exercise activity thermogenesis (NEAT) up (eg. taking stairs, walking around the block, etc). Also diet is 80% of the game here. Especially when traveling for work, I have go-to meal spots where I’ve looked up nutrition facts in advance or can modify (Sweetgreen, Chipotle, etc) and I try to hit my protein macros every day. I also pack protein powder in a ziploc bag and a blender bottle. Bring healthy snacks in line with your diet goals. For client/team dinners, I choose healthier options like a salad with protein (skip the dressing) or a lean protein like chicken or fish. The little things add up, best of luck!
Protein powder and a scoop of powdered milk is game changing. Wish I discovered it years ago. Especially for flights.
5 am wake ups
Tired: giving yourself heart problems by eating poorly and not working out 😳
Wired: giving yourself heart problems via chronic sleep deprivation 😎
55 hours a week is not even that many hours… you can totally fit in workouts and even meal prep time
65 hours a week still leaves plenty of time to get your workouts in when you need them. I do 6 days per week and just block them on the calendar. They move around a little to accommodate changes in meetings, but it is totally manageable. I do calls from the parking lot of the gym if necessary to accommodate changes in scheduling. I plan the week out to make it clear what workouts need to get done each week. You have to make it a priority. It’s harder when traveling but still doable. Just takes discipline. You get what you put into it…
Diet is 80% of the work - I use a nutrition tracking app, which scans barcodes and makes things easier. Work out your TDEE at hit those numbers like you do on excel on a daily basis and you will be flying.
Exercise - walking and taking the stairs are key, take the train stop before and walk - if some meetings are non technical and 1-1 I normally walk and talk too, it’s the little things that add up
I love MyFitnessPal. Helped me lose 60 lbs and get into the best shape of my life (integrated with Strava and MySwimPro)
Early wake ups to hit the gym. Portion control, a conscious effort to eat healthy, and limiting alcohol
Alcohol has been a big one for me. Not only do the calories add up but it leads me to eat worse and less likely to exercise if I’m feeling the drinks from last night! I still drink sometimes but moderation is key here.
Rising Star
You need a lot of discipline and self control.
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All of this only works when my stress levels are low and mental health is in check. Any time those are out of whack, even sticking to my routine I can see my belly grow. What they say about stress and genetics in some people is true for me. Yowzers.
I don’t owo
- control weight through healthy diet
- wake up at 5:30 to work out
- take walks during audio only meetings when possivke
Hired a personal chef and put a gym in our house. Best decisions ever
M4, I’m in Atlanta too. Could you share the info of the chef? Or DM me? Assuming it’s a service and not live-in. Do they do 3 meals a day or dinner only? How much input do you have for menu?
I wake up at 7am no matter how late I sleep and I wfh .. once I start going into office/ travel I’ll probably reduce weekday workouts and cover them during the weekends.. also yes I’m a zombie during the weekdays with the lack of sleep and probs not healthy in the long run. I work 60-70 hours… many times more.. Also even if I have morning deadlines, I finish it up at night and still workout in the morning cos working out is the one thing I do for myself in a day and the rest of my day is all for work. So I deserve that time for myself
I also come
Across healthy curry recipes on insta from time to time
Rising Star
Eat well, don’t snack at night or eat after 7pm if you can help it. Go for walks. Work out 2-3x per week (honestly doesn’t need to be much). Have a consistent sleep schedule.
It’s like 80% diet tbh
Agree with others - it isn’t hard at all to stay fit if you treat it as a non-optional. I work 50-60 hours a week, spend at least 15 waking hours a week with a toddler, and I workout 4-6x per week without exception. I’ll give up a clean house, a shower, firm initiatives or really almost anything that isn’t my health or my kid.
A few tips:
- Morning workouts are easier as nothing can get in the way. Even 15 minutes is better than nothing!
- Make sure dinners out are healthy or pre-eat healthy foods ahead of an unhealthy dinner so you don’t eat much there
- Find pre-made healthy meal services that you really enjoy
- Carry healthy snacks (eg fruits and nuts) everywhere with you
- Go lean on sleep (I sleep 6-8 hours) but never fall deeply behind. I close my laptop and leave the party or do whatever I can to not end up in a sleep deficit as it’s really bad for your health.
- Don’t drink too much alcohol. 1-2 drinks is always enough.
Carve time for yourself in the morning. Projects run over and unexpected things come up which require you to react. Mornings allow you to schedule exercise.
Make sure to workout before work in the AM, prioritizing fitness will have massive benefits long term
Start your day with a workout. That way unexpected things coming at you/late meetings/urgent deliverables don't ruin your plan to work out after work