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530am workouts. That lets me get in a run/swim, eat, stretch, and shower before my daughter wakes up. I tried other solutions for a while (lunch or late-night w

530am workouts. That lets me get in a run/swim, eat, stretch, and shower before my daughter wakes up. I tried other solutions for a while (lunch or late-night workouts) but just couldn't hack 'em. I don't love getting up so early but it's the most sustainable option I've found. [Full disclosure I work mostly with devs but am not one myself]

herodoturtle 3y ago
Thanks for sharing. I'm inclined to try this approach too, although I must admit the thought of early morning training is daunting. I was previously a night owl, and used to train before lunch - but when our daughter came along everything changed (which I am certain you can relate to). So yeah, family time gets undivided attention, as does work - which means I ended up compromising on my afternoon training. And by night time I'm just too exhausted to get in a good training session. Anyhow I think you're right with your approach. Our girl is usually up around 6h30. I may as well try wake earlier and see how it goes. If you've been at this a while then congrats on the discipline!
- rfarley04 3y ago
  Yup, the longer you do it, the more manageable it becomes. Also, I got a running stroller and would take my daughter running in the park on weekends; that's a bit of help, too.
VirusNewbie 3y ago
What time do you sleep? I've noticed a major decrease in my problem solving ability if I'm getting less than 7 hours a night.
- rfarley04 3y ago
  I'm the same way and aim for 7.5-8hrs, usually getting into bed between 9-930pm. I've been lucky throughout my life that I've never struggled to fall asleep and can usually conk out within a few minutes.
gardenhedge 3y ago
I don't understand this? Do you have a partner at home for your daughter or do you have a swimming pool at your home?
- rfarley04 3y ago
  My wife and daughter wake up around 7 or 730, I usually get back from the park (that has a public pool) around 645

herodoturtle 3y ago

Thanks for sharing. I'm inclined to try this approach too, although I must admit the thought of early morning training is daunting. I was previously a night owl, and used to train before lunch - but when our daughter came along everything changed (which I am certain you can relate to). So yeah, family time gets undivided attention, as does work - which means I ended up compromising on my afternoon training. And by night time I'm just too exhausted to get in a good training session. Anyhow I think you're right with your approach. Our girl is usually up around 6h30. I may as well try wake earlier and see how it goes. If you've been at this a while then congrats on the discipline!

rfarley04 3y ago
Yup, the longer you do it, the more manageable it becomes. Also, I got a running stroller and would take my daughter running in the park on weekends; that's a bit of help, too.

VirusNewbie 3y ago

What time do you sleep? I've noticed a major decrease in my problem solving ability if I'm getting less than 7 hours a night.

rfarley04 3y ago
I'm the same way and aim for 7.5-8hrs, usually getting into bed between 9-930pm. I've been lucky throughout my life that I've never struggled to fall asleep and can usually conk out within a few minutes.

gardenhedge 3y ago

I don't understand this? Do you have a partner at home for your daughter or do you have a swimming pool at your home?

rfarley04 3y ago
My wife and daughter wake up around 7 or 730, I usually get back from the park (that has a public pool) around 645