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posted: 6/11/2008 at 1:50 AM |
Does anyone else have a mixed-up work/life schedule? I have two part-time jobs that I love, but juggling them is a bit of a nightmare. One of my jobs is a casual position with lots of overnight/late night shifts, the other is mainly during the daytime. I'm lucky that I can sleep pretty well whenever I get the chance, but when do I run?
Anyone else have this lifestyle? I love running in the mornings, but is it a good idea to run in the morning after having worked all night? Or, should I adjust my thinking and choose my "morning" to be the time before I head into work (ie. 9pm). What works for you? |
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posted: 6/11/2008 at 10:52 AM |
I also work two part-time jobs (don't necessarily love them, but they fit into my home life). One is late evenings, so I get much less sleep on those nights. Since I usually only take one (rarely two) late shift a week, I try to avoid running the next morning and use it as a rest day. I am trying to keep this running thing a positive experience and I know how crabby and tired I feel after too little sleep.
Some people run after they get home from work, so if you've been up all night and still feel awake, maybe that's not a bad time to run. Or, if you sleep when you get home, get up from sleeping and go run. I suspect you will need to try out different options and see what feels good to you. Just keep running! |
2008 Goals
1. Don't get injured
2. Run for at least 1 hr at least 3X/week
3. Keep running in the winter
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posted: 6/11/2008 at 11:13 AM |
I don't have your overnight problem, but when my schedule's been really hectic and confusing it has helped me to plan my running times a week in advance. Every Sunday I would sit down and say, "Okay, now when can I fit in my runs this week? ..."
I've heard a number of people say they "can't" run in the mornings after working all night, but I don't understand how that's any different than running in the evenings after working all day. Yes, you're tired, but if that's when you have to run, then that's when you run!
Whenever you work out, if you make running a priority then you'll make time for it.
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posted: 6/12/2008 at 4:00 PM |
Quote from Wingz on 6/11/2008 at 11:13 AM:Whenever you work out, if you make running a priority then you'll make time for it.
I agree. I'm fortunate in that I work part time from home and have a very flexible schedule. I can plan my runs around the weather.  |
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posted: 6/12/2008 at 5:25 PM |
Thanks for the suggestions, everyone. Wingz, planning for the week is admirable - and it makes sense. We plan commitments to other people, why not ourselves, too?
You're right though, it all comes down to priorities in the end. Things that are worthwhile aren't always easy, right? |
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