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[quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous][quote=Anonymous]The 3 hour commute has got to go.

I also work out at home which is so much more efficient. You don't need a lot of fancy equipment. I have some dumbbells and an exercise ball and mat and do a lot with free body weight - squats, presses, push ups, lunges, planks etc. We do have a treadmill but I try to a lot outside.

Anyway, given your commute could you make a case to the firm for telecommuting 2x a week? Seems like you could bill more eliminating those 6 hours. [/quote]

I thought OP said this was her first year at the firm (after a clerkship maybe?).  I would not recommend asking to telework 2x per week when she's this junior.

OP, I would give up the workouts and focus on eating healthy/appropriate quantities which is the main reason people gain weight.  [b]I would also give up family and friends for now [/b]on the weekends except for those family members that want to either come over and visit with the kids while you work or that want to take the kids out, again while you work.  I realize it sucks but it's only for a few years while you sock away money and build experience and plan an exit strategy.

I would also consider moving closer to the firm if possible.[/quote]

No, don't do the bolded.  Yes scale back the daily workouts, move to make the commute more reasonable, but don't give up on your family and friends.  You can have a social life and still bill 2200 hours.  I know -- I've done it.[/quote]

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