EXCELLENT question. In my 20's I DEFINITELY did a terrible job at this. I would probably be sedentary for more than 20 hours a day.
Luckily, the body of a 20's person can handle it.
And now...in my late thirties, I make sure to work out in the early half of the day. Normally, I walk 3-12 miles about 25-26 days of the month and I do weights every 2-3 days.
And now during COVID, I walk about every 3 days, and the other two days I do two different workout videos at home. I actually am benefitting hugely from the videos as they are helping me strengthen parts of my body I did not even realize need strengthening.
As far as diet: I cut out all drugs and alcohol 5 years ago, and before covid, I would smoke 3 cigarettes a year during times of extreme stress.
I also cut out any foods with sugar years ago too (however its ok to binge on a cookie or ice cream now and then....especially on a day where I have burnt a lot of calories)
Glad to hear things turned out better for you in regards to your health. I was just thinking how big the field of software is. A person could spend years working in just one section in the field. To move into another section requires time and preparation and I think investing into your health buys you that time.
Stress is a much overlooked factor taking on a new job or project. Most people don't realize it until they have experience the burnout effect. I asked a question to my brother a few months ago: Do diseases reflect their societies? What do you think?
EXCELLENT question. In my 20's I DEFINITELY did a terrible job at this. I would probably be sedentary for more than 20 hours a day.
Luckily, the body of a 20's person can handle it.
And now...in my late thirties, I make sure to work out in the early half of the day. Normally, I walk 3-12 miles about 25-26 days of the month and I do weights every 2-3 days.
And now during COVID, I walk about every 3 days, and the other two days I do two different workout videos at home. I actually am benefitting hugely from the videos as they are helping me strengthen parts of my body I did not even realize need strengthening.
As far as diet: I cut out all drugs and alcohol 5 years ago, and before covid, I would smoke 3 cigarettes a year during times of extreme stress.
I also cut out any foods with sugar years ago too (however its ok to binge on a cookie or ice cream now and then....especially on a day where I have burnt a lot of calories)
I am 100% vegan, and I enjoy food very much.
Glad to hear things turned out better for you in regards to your health. I was just thinking how big the field of software is. A person could spend years working in just one section in the field. To move into another section requires time and preparation and I think investing into your health buys you that time.
investing in your health is always the right move! Starts with not allowing stress to be a priority. And working out daily, helps that
Stress is a much overlooked factor taking on a new job or project. Most people don't realize it until they have experience the burnout effect. I asked a question to my brother a few months ago: Do diseases reflect their societies? What do you think?
Disease definitely reflects societies!
And yes, I have experienced burnout, so I take time to avoid it.