[jeff]

Link: https://www.another71.com/how-to-study-for-the-cpa-exam-without-energy-drinks/

[JulzCPAalmost]

I've been meaning to try something like what SoCalCPA mentioned about taking a jog around the neighborhood to wake up the senses as a study break. I'm just worried I'll get into it and spend too much time exercising then be too tired to sit back down and hit the books. Maybe that's where mind over matter comes in! Anyone else find benefits to working out on a study break?

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[markiux88]

@JulzCPAlmost…I agree w/ you. On the weekend I work out 2 hours in the morning and always plan to study afterwards @ around 9-9:30 am.. By the time I get back home I'm tired and go back to take a nap and end up starting @ 11..lol..

[snick722]

I tried the whole workout thing. Sometimes, I would be so tired from working out, but by the time I get home, shower, eat, I'd feel energized and ready to start studying. Usually that only lasts a few hours (2-4) and then I want to nap. The bad thing about that, is that I get a lot of studying done in the mornings, but if I don't go workout in the morning, I will not go later… I haven't been to the gym in 2.5 weeks, except the weekend. I feel lazy b/c I'm not working out, and I SHOULD feel good about studying, but I am still behind……. makes me wonder, is working out for a break really a good thing if i'm still behind my study schedule? decisions, decisions… i'm no good at them

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[Hut-Hut]

I can't handle Red Bulls or soda. If I get the urge to crash, I simply do a set of pushups or jumping jacks before doing MCQs or reading or watching a video. I tried the whole jogging thing during break but that didn't work. A quick set of pushups every hour or two seems to work for me, I get more energy out of it. Might as well try it out, you have nothing to lose.

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[markiux88]

@hut-hut….push-ups do work..20 every two hours….

[Anonymous]

I hate coconut oil, but the key is to not let you blood sugar go to low. I eat string cheese and apples and stay away from processed carbs and sugar (except my yummy zucchini muffins I make with WW flour and applesauce instead of oil!).

I still drink at least 2 cups of coffee a day because I like it. Also, taking a brisk walk is good to keep you alert or for a study break, but I am guilty of internet surfing or watching tv on my study breaks!!

[snick722]

zucchini muffins with ww flour and applesauce? I have to try that!

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[makinthemagic]

The magic formula for me was Mountain Dew and marijuana. Dew for the energy, bud to relax. Also steak burritos from Taco Burrito King and the whopper combo from Burger King provide good fuel.

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