I don't know what's with this weather. It's like a pregnant woman - happy one minute, tumultuous the next!! But Saturday was absolutely glorious. I couldn't stand the thought of running inside on a treadmill when it was so bright and sunny and warm outside.
I knew I needed to get my workout in, so I opted for a change of venue!
I packed up my water and my golden retrievers and we drove up the canyon. It was SO MUCH FUN. We hiked/ran about 3 and half miles. I had to run just to keep up with my dogs (I have never seen two happier goldens ever!!) It was exactly your typical HIIT cardio, but a great workout nonetheless.
It was such a great renewal for me. I love treadmill running, but man, being in the fresh air, running on a trail, quads burning, and being able to look down at the beautiful Salt Lake Valley was perfect. It just renewed my love for working out and being in a position where I can hike and run and play in the mud with my dogs!!
So if have been feeling a little burned out, bored, or just need a change, switch it up! Try something new! Go rollerbladding, bike outside, take a hike - do whatever you need to do psych yourself up to continually live this lifestyle.
I think sometimes we get so focused on doing our THF workouts, we forget that we are allowed to do other stuff, too. In fact, I want to encourage my clients to BE ACTIVE!! Go play! Have fun! This is for LIFE! It totally translates into your workouts. It does for me, anyway...
(Oh, and by the way, I had a great run this morning.(Yes, on a treadmill!) And I'm pretty sure I have my hike to thank for it!!)
2 comments:
Do you have any room for a boxer on those runs? I need to get my dog out running
Actually I do...my older golden has arthritis and I can't take her with us anymore, so it's just me and my young golden Laci...Do you think Chief could keep up with us? :) (or more accurately, could I keep up with them?!?)
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