I'm currently working away from home for a couple of days, I was just heading out of the hotel for my run when I passed the gym and thought it might be a good idea to try running on a treadmill (which I'd not done as part of my c25k).
What a mistake, that was horrible, couldn't concentrate and the monotony of staring at a blank wall became too much; gave up after 2.5k, never again, give me the open road any time!
Had wondered about the dreadmill for winter, maybe not!
I'd rather run in the wind and rain than on a dreadmill (I like that term, gonna claim it)
Already patented, seen someone using it here. 😄
I like my dreadmill, it means I can run continuously without having to stop for roads or being attacked by random dogs. I do prefer running outside more now though. When the blizzards, hail and strong winds come and you are all shivering I shall gloat!!
Last winter I just cut down the runs and waited for any bad weather to clear or maybe stopped running for a week and trained on my stat bike instead, which is also boring, so either watch TV or listen to music while spinning, which makes it more bearable for 20-30 mins..😊
I've never used a treadmill. In fact never used a gym in fact (gym hall at school I wouldn't count). I imagine it was designed by hamsters fed up with "hamster wheels" ! But "horses for courses" I suppose if those who use them benefit from it then fine. I don't think I would use one whatever the weather. But you should never say never ! If really bad I can cope with missing one day or fit in shorter runs at other times.
I cycle to work whatever the weather and look on my running now as like food and drink (there's a famous quote somewhere on this but can't think of it at moment). Starting new routes when move home and may have to cross one or 2 roads and local lakes I run will be more populated with Humans and dogs . So there may be something to be said for doing the "hamster wheel" sorry "Treadmill" .
Sorry I've turned into Victor Meldrew ! I have nothing against people who use treadmills so don't shoot me !!
I definitely second your feelings about the treadmill - my first and so far only attempt on one was problematic
I hear you! Even though I'm a bit of a fair weather sportsman I'd much rather be outside than in the gym. All that sweat and germs, no thanks! The only time I've been on a treadmill was for gait analysis. I nearly threw up afterwards but that wasn't surprising as I'm generally prone to travel sickness. That said, I'm considering an indoor trainer for my bike as the local woods where I run and cross train are already starting to muddy up. Hopefully if I spend enough money it won't wobble around too much!
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Never say never...Parkrun
