I’m the first to admit that I’m a fair weather runner which is why I signed up to the gym to start training again and take part in Janathon.
The gym does drive me a bit crazy as I prefer running outside and watching the world go by. In the gym, there’s not much to look at so I’ve been trying to maintain my focus on breathing and my stride which to be honest does need some work after such a long break.
Tonight however did drive me a little crazier than usual!! Don’t get me wrong, I generally don’t mind the January newbies but during my 5km I ended up with 2 different people on the treadmill next to me who just constantly ramped the speed up and down manually until they looked like they were either going to spin off the treadmill or collapse in a heap. Not surprisingly this drove me to distraction and the temptation to suggest that maybe they should have their button pushing rights revoked!
The thing that really baffles me is I chose this particular gym because the instructors are exceptionally friendly and helpful so the treadmill would have been set up for these people to get the best workout.
I may head back to the dark room on Sunday for some peace and quiet.
Treadmill
Distance: 5km
Time: 40 mins
Average: 8 mins/km
