Monday, November 03, 2003
I admit, I'm a bit of a slacker
Ahh, another round of exams underway. . .
Today we had our 3rd anatomy practical and written exam. Next week we have histology, neuro, and endocrine exams, three days in a row.
I feel like I'm getting B's when I could be getting A's. I looked over my anatomy notes and textbooks last week, and said to myself, "This isn't that overwhelming when you break it down, and it's quite simple when you review and review. . ." But I waited until the week before to start really cramming the stuff--
of course it seems like a ton of information if you study that way.
So I realize I've been slacking a bit, in the sense that I
could be studying more (with time still left over to be do normal civilian stuff), but I just
don't. Why? I don't know. I think part of the problem is I feel tired all the time, especially after sitting on my butt all day listening to lectures.
I was a better student when I got regular exercise, so Lynea and I are starting a swimming program this week--our ideal goal is to swim laps (about 30-45 minutes worth to start) two days a week, but our realistic goal is once a week. In addition, I'm hoping to get some other cardio activity and weight training in about two more times a week.
That should help--studies show that people (especially folks over 50) have greater energy and mental acuity if they get regular excercise.
So I'm hoping to get off my butt right now and enjoy this lovely weather. . . and then study. . .
