This afternoon I couldn't decide what to do for a workout. So I logged on to Fitocracy (I have invites if you want one) and decided to knock out a quest. I decided on the As Seen On TV! quest. Jumping jacks, bodyweight lunges, bodyweight squats, pushups, plank, crunches, and bicycle abs. That's not too bad. I did more reps than required by the quest plus added in side plank. I much prefer plank for core building over crunches, but I did the crunches today solely to complete a quest. I'll explain my dislike for crunches at a later time.
Afterwards I wasn't satisfied with my day's workout so I hopped on the treadmill and ran a mile. I ran it in 8:40 with a 2% incline, later increasing to 3% incline in the last quarter mile. I really hate the treadmill. First, it's boring. I just stare at the wall and try to find my happy place. Second, and more important, it's limiting. You're stuck running at one speed, unless of course you want to adjust buttons the entire time. You can't truly push yourself. You're just running with the belt. I much prefer running outside or on a track where I'm truly in control of how I run.
I cooled down from the run by walking a quarter mile at 4mph with a 6% incline. I then moved to stretching. I love stretching. My post-run stretching is very yoga-inspired. It relaxes me so much. After today's stretching I was so relaxed and happy. I felt very at peace with myself.
Overall, today's workout isn't something I typically like. But at least it ended on a good note.
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