No Energy :( - would vitamins help?
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dargytaylor wrote: »I'm not sure if this is the right board.....but I HAVE NO ENERGY! I have been exercising since April 15 (2 bootcamps per week, and walking/hiking twice per week), trying to eat better....but I still feel as if I am in my winter slump!
I am 46 years old, have a desk job, and am 20 - 30 lbs over my goal weight - any suggestions on vitamins that i should possibly be taking?
Vitamin D deficiency could be the culprit, most psople are deficient and it can cause all sorts of mischief. A simple blood test can tell you your level, and it's an easy thing to fix0 -
healthygreek wrote: »I looked at your diary and you're getting virtually no veggies!
Try adding a good portion every day!
I eat lots and have endless energy! And (knock on wood), I very rarely get sick.
There are so many nutrients in the veggies!
Use a little fat with them like butter or extra virgin olive oil to better absorb the vitamins!
Funny you should say this, I am already planning next weeks meals, and am trying to incorporate more veggies This will definatley be a good start until I can get a physical.....Thank you!!0 -
Sarasmaintaining wrote: »dargytaylor wrote: »I'm not sure if this is the right board.....but I HAVE NO ENERGY! I have been exercising since April 15 (2 bootcamps per week, and walking/hiking twice per week), trying to eat better....but I still feel as if I am in my winter slump!
I am 46 years old, have a desk job, and am 20 - 30 lbs over my goal weight - any suggestions on vitamins that i should possibly be taking?
Vitamin D deficiency could be the culprit, most psople are deficient and it can cause all sorts of mischief. A simple blood test can tell you your level, and it's an easy thing to fix
We had a HORRIBLE winter in the Northeast and it's just starting to get warm (finally!) so I was not outside at all for a while ~ getting out there now and maybe I should drink 8oz a milk a day too
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dargytaylor wrote: »astralpictures wrote: »Do you have any stress, depression, or anxiety? Is your work dragging you down? I ask because you have a desk job, but said you come home exhausted. I know for me, stress plays a big role in how much energy I have, regardless of how much I eat. Mental and psychological aspects shouldn't be overlooked.
I actually have a pretty stress free life (within the last 4 months) ~ i owned a cafe for 3 years, and closed in December ~ this is where I gained these pesky 30 pounds!! ~ I enjoyed owning the cafe, but it was very stressful also, now I have come full circle and am back at the job that I left, lol....No regrets opening or closing the cafe ~
My kids are healthy, I have a great husband, make fairly good money ~ I am a pretty laid back person and don't let much bother me. For the most part, life if good
Last night I couldn't keep my eyes open past 8:30! I did take a big walk with hills involved, but come on!! Maybe I don't sleep as well as I think?
Will definatley be seeing a doctor in August when my insurance kicks in.
Yeah, the doctor is a good idea then! There are so many different possible medical causes of fatigue. Like the poster said above about Vitamin D - I was severely deficient last year and had zero energy for workouts, and my muscles and bones ached. I had to take high doses of Vitamin D and purposely try to get some sun.0 -
Good advice here. Also, I would try eating at 1400 daily for 5 days. Try not eating back your exercise calories.
You may be overeating. At least, that's from my experience. I do not eat back exercise calories and energy has picked up. Give this calorie counting thing a few weeks before panic. You have to get into a groove. It really is not easy.0 -
dargytaylor wrote: »Sarasmaintaining wrote: »dargytaylor wrote: »I'm not sure if this is the right board.....but I HAVE NO ENERGY! I have been exercising since April 15 (2 bootcamps per week, and walking/hiking twice per week), trying to eat better....but I still feel as if I am in my winter slump!
I am 46 years old, have a desk job, and am 20 - 30 lbs over my goal weight - any suggestions on vitamins that i should possibly be taking?
Vitamin D deficiency could be the culprit, most psople are deficient and it can cause all sorts of mischief. A simple blood test can tell you your level, and it's an easy thing to fix
We had a HORRIBLE winter in the Northeast and it's just starting to get warm (finally!) so I was not outside at all for a while ~ getting out there now and maybe I should drink 8oz a milk a day too
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LovelyIvy466 wrote: »dargytaylor wrote: »Sarasmaintaining wrote: »dargytaylor wrote: »I'm not sure if this is the right board.....but I HAVE NO ENERGY! I have been exercising since April 15 (2 bootcamps per week, and walking/hiking twice per week), trying to eat better....but I still feel as if I am in my winter slump!
I am 46 years old, have a desk job, and am 20 - 30 lbs over my goal weight - any suggestions on vitamins that i should possibly be taking?
Vitamin D deficiency could be the culprit, most psople are deficient and it can cause all sorts of mischief. A simple blood test can tell you your level, and it's an easy thing to fix
We had a HORRIBLE winter in the Northeast and it's just starting to get warm (finally!) so I was not outside at all for a while ~ getting out there now and maybe I should drink 8oz a milk a day too
understand the whole allergy thing too!! I was actually thinking that may have an effect on my sluggishness0 -
dargytaylor wrote: »I am 5'8" and currently weigh 181 trying to get down to 150ish
Almost the same! I am 5'8'', currently weigh 179, trying to get below 160ish (will reevaluate from there).
I live in Canada, and a nutritionist recommended I have some vitamin D from october to April, which I did. I'm pretty sure it helped a lot with energy levels and immune system, so that's something to consider if you don't go outside much during winter. Now that the sun is here try to get 15-20 minutes of sun every day (arms and face). If you can't get to a doctor right now, maybe a nutritionist would be a affordable alternative?
Be sure to get enough sleep! Weight loss works better with good sleep. I actually sleep closer to 9 hours now, but my energy levels during the day are super stable.0 -
I had a look at your diary and all the comments that followed. My first guess was shift-work but you are on a regular schedule, aren't you? I also noticed your fat is a little high from lots of natural sources like nuts and peanut butter. Someone else noted that more veggies might help. Your breakfasts look a lot the same! Are you a routine eater? Might you try changing up your breakfast routine to see if that helps?0
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dargytaylor wrote: »I am 5'8" and currently weigh 181 trying to get down to 150ish
Almost the same! I am 5'8'', currently weigh 179, trying to get below 160ish (will reevaluate from there).
I live in Canada, and a nutritionist recommended I have some vitamin D from october to April, which I did. I'm pretty sure it helped a lot with energy levels and immune system, so that's something to consider if you don't go outside much during winter. Now that the sun is here try to get 15-20 minutes of sun every day (arms and face). If you can't get to a doctor right now, maybe a nutritionist would be a affordable alternative?
Be sure to get enough sleep! Weight loss works better with good sleep. I actually sleep closer to 9 hours now, but my energy levels during the day are super stable.
Yes, I'm going to try to get out more....definatley didn't get out at all this winter!
I am a sleeper, or so I think! I do toss and turn, but think I still average at least 7 hours, probably closer to 80 -
I had a look at your diary and all the comments that followed. My first guess was shift-work but you are on a regular schedule, aren't you? I also noticed your fat is a little high from lots of natural sources like nuts and peanut butter. Someone else noted that more veggies might help. Your breakfasts look a lot the same! Are you a routine eater? Might you try changing up your breakfast routine to see if that helps?
Yes, i need more veggies Yes, a very regular schedule!! I am very routine, but only for a week...I plan my meals in advance, this helps me stay accountable And my fat intake has been high this week, was not thought out very well when i bought the nuts! lol0
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