Last night I was stoked to get outside and go for a nice run. It was supposed to be a Turbo Kick/Strength Training night...but I was in the mood for a run. Plus, it seemed like a nice night for a run, it was 28 degrees- but NO wind! Unfortunately when I told Justy the plans of going for an outdoor run he started whining. He was too cold and wanted to go to the gym. Ok, ok. So, to the gym we went. I hate the treadmill...it's pretty much a last resort. And I've nicknamed it "the dreadmill" because I seriously dread my workouts when they have to be done on that stupid thing. I'd rather run on the indoor track, but running in circles the same direction hurts my hips & IT band.
I brought my ipod and decided I would watch an episode of Drop Dead Diva on Netflix. The show is kind of a girly cheese bomb, but I like it. The show is about 40 minutes so I knew I could plunk out at least 4.5-5 miles in that time frame. The only positive side about the treadmill is I can set my pace to meet my goals. Luckily I had Netflix to keep me company because it was the most boring run I've had in a long time.
After completing about 4.75 miles, I decided to show my husband the rowing machines at the gym and have a friendly competition. In my last CrossFit class we learned how to properly...(key word...properly) use the rowing machines. So, I did my best at explaining proper form to my husband. And then I came up with a challenge----first one to complete 2000 meters WINS. Ready, set, go! I was sweating bullets, it was a hard workout. Both of us were making funny noises and looking at each other's screens as we pushed through. Our heart rates were racing. My poor husband...I have this weird drive that I have to beat him at everything--- Phase10, running, rowing, golf. (I never do beat him, except maybe running...but I like to pretend that I'm going to.) He likes it--- I think. We were pooped by the time we were done, but it was a great workout. The employees may have looked at us weird when we gave eachother high fives. It's Justin's way of saying "Great job honey! But, I'm still a guy." I love it. Yep... I lost my challenge...Justin beat me by 15 seconds-- about 5 hard rows. He's so strong...it's hot.
I dare ya to try it out, and its even better if you have someone else to challenge!
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