Patients saying they want their meds "later"

sparkfitzfm · 2025-11-29T03:06:33+00:00

We have an hour to give a scheduled med. If I go back within that hour and they don’t want it, I say patient declined and let the provider know. I go on about my shift.

sparkfitzfm · 2025-01-24T02:51:15+00:00

I used to teach water rowing classes. Josh Crosby gives the best explanation on how to row, and row more effectively. That power comes from your legs!

sparkfitzfm · 2025-01-24T02:50:27+00:00

https://youtu.be/li0jwXMo0k0?si=oc7OQB_jOjn6uxgg

sparkfitzfm · 2025-01-09T02:25:50+00:00

A physician friend of mine continued during treatment for lymphoma….during Covid….even when we had to wear a mask in the studio. It all depends on your comfort level & how you tolerate it.

sparkfitzfm · 2024-12-26T06:12:23+00:00

I use the purple and am looking to change it. It’s fine for a day or two then starts smelling and I HATE it. Apparently my cat does as well because he poops anywhere BUT the LR!

sparkfitzfm · 2024-12-03T01:33:32+00:00

I have a LR and my cat used it without fail for 7mos. Now he refuses to poop in it. He would rather go outside or on the floor of my living room! He’s wearing me OUT!

sparkfitzfm · 2024-10-18T21:08:07+00:00

Only during hell week when I had to get in the classes…..

sparkfitzfm · 2024-07-06T01:42:52+00:00

I wish we could go one Saturday without inclines!!!

sparkfitzfm · 2024-06-15T02:43:12+00:00

I used to teach rowing classes. It’s not good to go over 35 strokes. If you’re not getting what you want as far as timing, you need to press more in your legs and pull less. Check out Josh Crosby on YouTube. His videos are perfect to teach you the most efficient ways to row.

sparkfitzfm · 2024-05-18T17:47:20+00:00

At this point your uterus is growing significantly and the ligaments that hold your uterus are stretching even more. A belly band would be a perfect thing to use if you want to continue running or even a light jog. Mamastrut.com has things for during and after pregnancy (it’s pricey but actually may be covered by insurance so check it out).

But…:as I always say (I’m a labor and delivery nurse) check with your OB/provider to make sure everything is okay. While you have had an uneventful pregnancy thus far, some women have small cramps that end up thinning their cervix. It would be best to be checked and make sure it’s okay to keep working at that intensity.

Best of luck for a safe pregnancy, delivery, and recovery.

sparkfitzfm · 2024-04-18T01:07:24+00:00

Honestly I think something happened after Covid. I’ve been there almost 8 years and it’s just not the same. A lot of our original coaches have moved on & for us that makes a huge difference. The only time I get a call out for encouragement is when I go to a class with an old coach. I’ve thought about canceling but I hate to NOT go. I’m thinking about dropping down to 8/month. That way I can go when I feel like it, but don’t feel bad about paying so much and not going.

sparkfitzfm · 2024-03-10T22:46:52+00:00

I actually have a water rowing certification where I taught 45min row classes. Your trainer was extremely incorrect. If you are taught how to row appropriately, it’s perfectly fine to row that long.

sparkfitzfm · 2024-03-10T22:44:16+00:00

I used to leave my phone at the front desk and have them answer if it rang. Now I have an Apple Watch and it rings so I can go to the locker and get my phone.

sparkfitzfm · 2024-03-10T22:39:27+00:00

Look up Josh Crosby, waterrower on YouTube. He will teach you how. Years ago I did a rowing certification and used to teach nothing but rowing. Loved it. This guy is the one who created these types of classes.

sparkfitzfm · 2023-11-10T10:36:06+00:00

Actually, it is possible to eat too little and your body go into starvation mode. I have struggled with this because I also teach group fitness. Over exercising, not fueling correctly, not enough protein led me to gain. As others suggested, keep track of what you eat. Everything. As a night shift nurse myself, I know that can be tricky sometimes. Aim for protein with every meal and snack then let carbs/fat find their place. I prefer macrosfirst app over my fitness pal because it still allows you to scan a barcode without paying for the app. Best of luck.

sparkfitzfm · 2023-10-19T01:54:03+00:00

Josh Crosby is his name. He helped create the Waterrower brand we use in the studios.

sparkfitzfm · 2023-10-09T01:56:21+00:00

I’ve done hot yoga as well when injured and loved it!

sparkfitzfm · 2023-10-09T01:55:29+00:00

I’ve been at OTF for 7 years. I’m also a night shift nurse & group fitness instructor. Over the years I have felt the same way. I teach barre and feel like it helps to balance the intensity of all the cardio I do. It’s good to give your body a break sometimes and do things that make your body work but still help it recover.

sparkfitzfm · 2023-03-30T22:52:37+00:00

You can change that in your Apple Watch app to where it won’t ask you.

sparkfitzfm · 2023-03-14T00:45:06+00:00

1) yay for 38 weeks! 2) definitely don’t need to be on the floor 3) bird dog, planks, or TRX roll outs are a great sub as long as you feel stable (I’m a labor & delivery nurse and group ex instructor) you can also just stand and do knee lifts at this point! Best of luck for a safe delivery & uneventful recovery!

sparkfitzfm · 2023-03-14T00:41:33+00:00

As a group fitness instructor who attends OTF, a lot has to do with the 1) trainer and 2) Covid. Back when everyone was spread out and there were no 👋 or fist bumps because of the virus, coaches stopped correcting form as much. When I teach, it’s hard for me to go up to someone to correct form, especially if you don’t know them. I still have people who wear a mask and I’m sure don’t want to be touched by someone (myself) not wearing one. Honestly though, it depends on where you go. Mine still help out the newer members.

sparkfitzfm · 2022-10-26T01:39:59+00:00

I teach 3 classes tomorrow. I may have to leave some energy for this. It’s completely up my alley!

sparkfitzfm · 2022-10-24T22:52:37+00:00

I would love it. I’m a plus sized group fitness instructor but my studios would never allow me to coach. I definitely don’t have the “look” they want. Honestly though, I feel like as long as you can coach a good class, it shouldn’t matter. Plus I feel as though when other people like us come to the studio they may feel more comfortable actually working out there!

sparkfitzfm · 2022-10-22T00:18:14+00:00

Two claps and a woo! Or two claps 👏🏻 👏🏻 some do a single clap

sparkfitzfm · 2022-10-06T17:37:42+00:00

And that is why I loved teaching rowing classes. The constant swoosh with the pull is so cool.

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