I decided to make a personal goal this week to run on the treadmill for 2 miles - straight through - by the end of this week. So yesterday I decide to start the week with running for at least 1 mile straight and to see what my time would be. I did a warm up, then starting running at 5.0 (incline of 1). I ran the first mile in 11 minutes. Even after the mile was up, I ran a little farther. In all I ran about 20 out of the first 30 minutes.
Then I decided to do something a little different - walking backwards on the treadmill. Kili had mentioned that we don't walk backwards very often, so it feels weird using those muscles (think TRX straps and the pike position). It was a weird sensation, but it worked. My gluts told me I was doing something different. I also did some side ways shuffle steps. It added variety and it helped with coordination. It may have looked weird, but so what....
I find the treadmill a necessary evil right now. I need the structure of going to the gym to help me plan my workouts. Eventually I will do some running or biking at home - but the gym is working for me right now.
I really enjoy our classes together and the camaraderie. Thanks for all your support. :-)
Kristi
Way to go, Kristi!! 'Treadmill' was historically a four-letter word in my mind, so I can appreciate just getting on the damn thing! I am super impressed with your time!! That's awesome!!
ReplyDeleteOne thing you can do on the treadmill is jumping jacks. JOKING! DO NOT ATTEMPT THIS!
We are trying to do double workouts, so if we see Robert and Kili for a class, then we are also heading to the gym to do some additional cardio. That is, we allow ourselvs a good six or so hours between work-outs, but we think, why not? We have the time, motivation, drive, and focus - - use that time wisely!
Again, super great to hear about your success, Kristi!! You are a true rock star!