Wellness Thread week of 1/13

[pugz]

Happy Monday!  Since last week's wellness thread got so big and this is a month that people tend to focus on making goals and focusing on wellness I figured I'd start a new thread.

General reminders for newbies: This is a thread focused on a holistic approach to wellness that does not conflate weight or body size with health. This is NOT a diet/weight loss thread. 

Keep @ posts to a minimum and @ them if you post them. 

[isabel]

I went to the gym 3 times last week and skiing on Friday. I have more energy today than I typically do and just generally feel pretty good. Looking forward to getting more rowing in today and pushing toward my 50k goal.

There are some changes that I want to make with how I'm eating, but I've set that aside completely for now and am just letting myself get into some good habits with my exercise routine first. I think I'd like to wait until at least March before even thinking about that. I did, however, put a hold on the intuitive eating book that was recommended to me. It will be awhile before it's available, so should be good timing with my plan and allow me some time to ease in and process.

[Velar Fricative]

I have resumed my nightly habit of reading a book and drinking tea before bed. Somehow little habits like that make me feel so much better.

I also feel like I have more energy during the day again and I think it's because I'm back to drinking enough water throughout the day, and not drinking much alcohol and coffee to offset that. I just don't feel and look so sluggish and I'm betting it's because of the water intake.

[stategirl08]

I’m working to cut down to only one soda a day if I have any and drinking way more water. I’m lifting weights and seeing major muscle changes and strength gains which feels awesome. And continuing in avoiding gluten more often than not to help keep my Hashimotos under control. Still dealing with fatigue during the day but still taking 10,000 IUI of vitamin D everyday to help.

[pugz]

My sleep hygiene is a mess and I don't know why I remain so unmotivated to change it. I know sleep is important but putting down my phone before midnight is so hard for me. I need more than 5-6 hours of sleep a night though.

[icedcoffee]

Jan 13, 2020 11:02:32 GMT -5 Velar Fricative said:

I also feel like I have more energy during the day again and I think it's because I'm back to drinking enough water throughout the day, and not drinking much alcohol and coffee to offset that. I just don't feel and look so sluggish and I'm betting it's because of the water intake.

Thanks to your post I stood up and filled up my water bottle.

I think I'm finally in a workout routine.  I had 5 rides on my Peloton last week!  I am feeling a little less stiff and a little stronger which is nice.

I've also increased the amount of fruit and veggies in my diet which is good.  I have not decreased the amount of sugar/chocolate yet, but....Rome wasn't built in a day.

[pixy0stix]

I know people think chiros are woo, but I swear mine is magic. I thought my shoulder was out again, but turns out it's my neck. It hurt soooooo bad that I basically wasn't using my right arm much. A couple of adjustments and I'm almost back to normal. I'm mad at myself that I let it go so long (the whole month of December).

[penguingrrl]

I set a goal of running 1000K over the course of 2020. As of 30 minutes ago I’m 45K into my goal! I’m excited! Last week I also got some very heavy lifting in twice, hoping for that again this week (I generally lift on T and F).

I know once spring hits and work heats up (we’re closed for winter) it will be harder to stick to my 20K/week, so if I can get a little extra in during the off season it will allow a touch of flexibility later and give me a better chance of making my goal.

I’ve been generally eating really well. Planning meals for the week to ensure a balance of nutrients, and I’m better about sticking to cooking dinner if I’ve already planned and bought the ingredients. Lots of variety as far as what veggies to change it up, which has been fun.

I’m definitely feeling more energetic the days I run, so that’s a nice feeling!

[ESF]

Thanks for starting a new thread.

I got a new job, which I'm beyond thrilled about. It starts at the end of February. I am stuck at my current one until the end of January, where they are determined to suck every last minute of my time out of me. I have a lot of frustrations and feelings about the last year or so at this place that I really just need to work out and get over so I can make a fresh start at my new firm. I'm giving myself three weeks in between to recover, including three nights at a spa, and will start in late Feb.

For now, I've been so anxious that I finally hit a spot where exercise to relieve anxiety is really enjoyable. I'm trying to mix up some powerwalking on the treadmill, light to modest strength training exercises, and restorative yoga/flexibility work. It really does help.

In February, I'll have to think about new wellness goals when I've hopefully released some of this stress, and when I'm no longer working from home full time but actually going to an office for the first time in over a decade.

[dcn]

Jan 13, 2020 11:12:42 GMT -5 pugz said:

My sleep hygiene is a mess and I don't know why I remain so unmotivated to change it. I know sleep is important but putting down my phone before midnight is so hard for me. I need more than 5-6 hours of sleep a night though.

I just read/listened to “How to Break Up with Your Phone” and got some really good tips. Just need to implement them now lol. I get sucked into my phone in the evenings and I really want to change it.

[mrsukyankee]

We don't allow phones or tv's in our bedrooms (except during travels, of course). We purposefully bought alarm clocks so we couldn't use our phones as one.

I was all set to go to the gym - I downloaded workouts as the gym's wifi is awful. And I forgot to pack my sports bra. ARGH! Walked the 25 minutes home and did a core workout.

[wambam]

I have meditated every day in January so that goal is on track.

My goal about eating with hunger cues is definitely more challenging at work. The flow is my day is built around my snack time and lunch time, which makes it more difficult, but I’m trying.

My BFF and I decided on a half and I’m just KOKO until training starts in February.

[waverly]

pixy0stix, my chiro is the only one that remotely helped my TMJ. The physical therapist did help a little, but it is mostly the chiro. I don't like that some chiro's are antivax, and I avoid those types.

[pugz]

My friend has horrible neck and shoulder pain and I wish she'd try a chiro but she's too afraid to.

[pixy0stix]

Jan 13, 2020 16:34:24 GMT -5 pugz said:

My friend has horrible neck and shoulder pain and I wish she'd try a chiro but she's too afraid to.

I get it. It's scary having my upper back/neck adjusted. 

[Deleted]

Jan 13, 2020 16:34:24 GMT -5 pugz said:

My friend has horrible neck and shoulder pain and I wish she'd try a chiro but she's too afraid to.

Has she seen a PT? Mine helped me immensely and also taught me things I can do myself to prevent and alleviate neck pain.

I was never letting a chiro near my neck.

[pixy0stix]

Here we go. LOL!

[seeyalater52]

I went to barre today even though it’s the second day of my period and I feel like crap. I feel slightly better after going.

I’m hoping that the next few months resolve some financial stuff that has been hanging over our heads for a year (tax related) - it’s finally in the final stages of being figured out and I swear even this small bit of movement is relieving tension I can literally FEEL in my body. I need to minimize the incredible stress I’m under. It’s been way too long on too many fronts.

[bronxgirl]

I've met my goal of going for a 20-30 minute daily walk for about a week now.

[pugz]

Jan 13, 2020 16:50:46 GMT -5 @angryharpy said:

Jan 13, 2020 16:34:24 GMT -5 pugz said:

My friend has horrible neck and shoulder pain and I wish she'd try a chiro but she's too afraid to.

Has she seen a PT? Mine helped me immensely and also taught me things I can do myself to prevent and alleviate neck pain.

I was never letting a chiro near my neck.

She has mentioned wanting to see a PT. I will nudge her to ask her doctor for a referral. She is so miserable 😞 i think a muscle relaxer could help too.

[wanderingback]

I’ve had 2 family members die these past 2 weeks so it’s been a bit hectic.

However, I’m signed up for treadmill class in the morning and I WILL get up at 5 and go. Then I’ll be going straight to work and then catch a flight for a 1 day meeting. Even with my hectic schedule and life stuff, I’m going to do my best to stick with my wellness priorities.

I’ve stuck with alcohol only 1 day a week which I think I’ll continue doing for the rest of the year.

[secretlyevil]

Jan 13, 2020 16:34:24 GMT -5 pugz said:

My friend has horrible neck and shoulder pain and I wish she'd try a chiro but she's too afraid to.

She could find someone who does the instrument. The brand my current one uses is Impulse IQ. No “cracking.”

[secretlyevil]

I’m sorry for your loss wanderingback.

[secretlyevil]

I’m in a decent headspace. Work is not overly crazy this week and the professional organization is running as smoothly as it can. It’s nice to be here. I just hope I can stay in it long enough to be able to handle it better when things get cray, cray.

[amberlyrose]

I’ve had a pretty good week so far. We walked 4 miles each day this weekend with the dog. I started a peloton challenge today that is 4 weeks long.

[Pom]

Jan 13, 2020 16:53:44 GMT -5 pixy0stix said:

Here we go. LOL!

I rotate my hip out of place on a regular basis. It’s from an old farm injury at 17...I literally got trampled by a 1500lb animal. If it wasn’t for chiropractic care, I would have no quality of life.

We’ve had another close death and I think I need some help to process. Sleep is wrecked again, crying, and I feel overwhelmed.

[lilac05]

I set a goal for doing the 30 day Yoga with Adriene challenge. I’ve only missed one day, and I forgot how good I feel when I do it. I think it has more mental health benefits than physical! The best thing I did was dropped the idea that the “right” time to exercise is first thing in the morning. That may work for the majority, but I’ve tried a thousand times and fail quickly. I fight insomnia, and often when 5AM rolls around, I’ve only been asleep 3 hours. Any health benefits of exercise are negated by the lack of sleep. So I decided to pay attention to my natural rhythms and go with that. I usually end up doing my yoga practice between 10 and 11PM. I don’t skip it because I’m too tired because that’s about the time that I’m at my best!

I’ve been cooking more at home, which means much better portion sizes and almost always healthier food!

So far, all of the changes I’ve made feel sustainable, and I think that’s what has me feeling the best!

[namasteak]

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I really need to figure out how to sleep better when DH is gone because being tired makes solo parenting much harder.
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Mental health is in a good place other than typical postpartum body image stuff
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My cargo bike arrived soon and I think it will be a great way to integrate more movement/exercise into our lives.

[mrsukyankee]

Pom, and wanderingback, I'm so sorry for your losses.

[mrsukyankee]

In the autumn/early winter, field hockey drama was really causing me anxiety (on top of the anxiety of the house selling/buying fiasco). I'm quite proud of myself because I'm dealing with all of it much better. I'm venting but then letting it all go. If people want to act like they are in high school, they can act that way but I'll be me and do my thing. And breathe.