reading while at the gym, really?
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Normally I'm focussing on other people's sets in my rest breaks but if I'm training by myself I'll stuff around on my phone or whatever (as well as doing some mobility/prehab stuff). 3ish min rest breaks means plenty of time to stuff around.
If I was doing cardio of the LISS variety like on a machine of some sort, I think I could probably read something no problem. HIIT is obviously not possible!
I do the same bro ..usually check email or some crap ...2.5 to three minutes is a good amount of time on rest...0 -
Good for you? I don't run, I walk. And walking outside isn't always an option.
Well, I *don't* try to read or watch Netflix when I'm heavy lifting. But on the cardio machine, I'm bored to death if I have to watch the clock.My mom takes her Kindle to the gym and I see older men reading the Newspaper quite often. The people who do this are probably aiming to keep their mind off the fact that they are in fact exercising. I don't see it as a fail, I see it as a win. The could easily be doing the same thing, but sitting down. At least they're moving.
don't you think they would have better progress/results if they concentrated on their routine for an hour?
Or they might have no progress or results because the gym is beyond boring to some people. If bringing a book makes it an enjoyable experience, there's a way better chance they'll actually go.
lifting heavy *kitten* never gets boring in my book....
when I run I run outside..running on a treadmill makes me feel like a hamster or something...
I really don't understand why your knickers are bunched, homie. Dafuq do you care?0 -
Its the folks having conversations on their cells phones next to me on the treadmill I find irritating. they talk loud to overcome the background noise of the machine and I have to put up with the conversation.
It's pretty sad when you have to wear earplugs to the gym.... :grumble:0 -
Like stated before it gets your mind off of the exercise, and in college I did it often to save time. I was studying. I don't do it now, but yes the human mind is capable of doing multiple things at once. I'm sorry that it may be difficult for you. It's just like listening to music, I use the length/speed of song to keep me going, so I'm thinking of anything but my sweat covered face lol.
its not difficult for me ....
My thought is that people get more out of the gym if they focus on their routine rather than a book ...
I like to read...but I could not read when I am running because I am trying to haul *kitten* ...but maybe that is just me..?0 -
Yeah. But they would have less progress if they were just reading without working out at the same time.
I don't do it -- but if it gets them there it's better than nada right?0 -
I read while running all the time. I don't like exercise, not running or classes or lifting or any of that crap, and it makes it more pleasant and time pass faster. I do it on my iPad so all I have to do is throw it on the ledge and tap the screen to turn the page? I still run hard, get my heart rate up right to my target, and gun it for 5k while I read some trashy book. It's a lot easier to tolerate putting myself through it if I'm reading.
But I was always the kid reading at the dinner table and under my desk at school so this is nothing new for me. Whatever works, right?0 -
Not everyone is going all out all the time, sometimes I hit up the bike machine with my 3DS when I'm really sore from lifting day before and am only really there to try to ease muscle soreness through cardio.0
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I've brought my tablet to the gym before and loaded it with a movie or show I wanted to watch while I was running. I know it's not exactly the same thing, but it helped to keep my mind of the long run.0
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I either read or watch Netflix on my phone while on the elliptical or stationary bike. I used to bring my Kindle and read. I still sweat and still challenge myself. I see plenty of people who do this and honestly don't see the big deal.
I have no idea how someone could do it on the weight machines though.0 -
Like stated before it gets your mind off of the exercise, and in college I did it often to save time. I was studying. I don't do it now, but yes the human mind is capable of doing multiple things at once. I'm sorry that it may be difficult for you. It's just like listening to music, I use the length/speed of song to keep me going, so I'm thinking of anything but my sweat covered face lol.
its not difficult for me ....
My thought is that people get more out of the gym if they focus on their routine rather than a book ...
I like to read...but I could not read when I am running because I am trying to haul *kitten* ...but maybe that is just me..?
Have u really seen someone "running" and reading a book? I call bull on that one.0 -
If I'm on a stationary bike, sure. Not really able to read anywhere else, and the stationary bike for me is when I need to get blood flow to continue in my legs after a particularly strenuous lower day.
But to each his own. Everybody seems to be reading something at my gym.
I could see the bike..
the tablet thing really blew my mind...LOL
The bike is the only thing i can be on and read - mainly because i get bored on it. Anything else i think i would hurt myself.0 -
I read while walking the treadmill at 4.2 mph. I have to close the book while I do the 6 mph 20 minute run part of the program ,or it becomes sweat spotted. It all depends on speed and moisture.0
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I focus on myself in gym. What others do or how they do is not important for me.0
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i actually can't do anything like that- it makes me extremely nauseous.
but if i could, i'd do the "laptop treadmill" thing--you attach a table on or to your treadmill and put your laptop there, so when you're on the internet, you're also doing a slow/moderate walk.
i don't know if i would do it at the gym per say, because if i'm paying for something i'd rather give it my 100% attention, but for those who do, i say it's a win win situation--finish your fav. book & your workout! lol0 -
Yeah. But they would have less progress if they were just reading without working out at the same time.
I don't do it -- but if it gets them there it's better than nada right?
good point..I suppose better than nothing...reading and working out are anathema to me...0 -
It's hard to judge because you don't know what other people's goals are. If an 80 year old were doing it, it probably wouldn't seem so odd right? Maybe people think better while walking/moving (I know I do!) Maybe they are nursing an injury. Maybe they are cramming nonstop for that exam tomorrow...
If your goal is to push yourself, and to improve your fitness, yes, you probably will get better results with a more focused work out. If you are just trying to fit in some activity into your day to maintain your current health, then I think it's just fine.0 -
My mom takes her Kindle to the gym and I see older men reading the Newspaper quite often. The people who do this are probably aiming to keep their mind off the fact that they are in fact exercising. I don't see it as a fail, I see it as a win. The could easily be doing the same thing, but sitting down. At least they're moving.
don't you think they would have better progress/results if they concentrated on their routine for an hour?
Or they might have no progress or results because the gym is beyond boring to some people. If bringing a book makes it an enjoyable experience, there's a way better chance they'll actually go.
lifting heavy *kitten* never gets boring in my book....
In YOUR book.0 -
If I'm on a stationary bike, sure. Not really able to read anywhere else, and the stationary bike for me is when I need to get blood flow to continue in my legs after a particularly strenuous lower day.
But to each his own. Everybody seems to be reading something at my gym.
I could see the bike..
the tablet thing really blew my mind...LOL
Maybe the person had their workout routine on the tablet.
I've used my phone to run my routine. A tablet would do the same thing.
But all n all, I say to each his own. I don't judge anyone in the gym and hope I get the same courtesy.
Do you think people who watch the TV's and people who are listening to music in the gym are not trying hard enough either?
Just curious as to which electronics are okay and which are not.0 -
My mom takes her Kindle to the gym and I see older men reading the Newspaper quite often. The people who do this are probably aiming to keep their mind off the fact that they are in fact exercising. I don't see it as a fail, I see it as a win. The could easily be doing the same thing, but sitting down. At least they're moving.
don't you think they would have better progress/results if they concentrated on their routine for an hour?
Or they might have no progress or results because the gym is beyond boring to some people. If bringing a book makes it an enjoyable experience, there's a way better chance they'll actually go.
lifting heavy *kitten* never gets boring in my book....
In YOUR book.
its my thread, so its my book
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I tried reading when I first started working out and it was a nice motivation at first. However, now there is no way I could run how I do and read. But I think its good for people who are just starting out or even just doing a basic level of cardio rather than intense cardio0
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Let's criticize other people how they get in shape.0
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If I'm on a stationary bike, sure. Not really able to read anywhere else, and the stationary bike for me is when I need to get blood flow to continue in my legs after a particularly strenuous lower day.
But to each his own. Everybody seems to be reading something at my gym.
I could see the bike..
the tablet thing really blew my mind...LOL
Maybe the person had their workout routine on the tablet.
I've used my phone to run my routine. A tablet would do the same thing.
But all n all, I say to each his own. I don't judge anyone in the gym and hope I get the same courtesy.
Do you think people who watch the TV's and people who are listening to music in the gym are not trying hard enough either?
Just curious as to which electronics are okay and which are not.
music approved...a good play list will get you through any day ..
everything else = epic fail/not trying hard enough0 -
don't you think they would have better progress/results if they concentrated on their routine for an hour?
I usually agree with most of your posts..... however, why do you care what other people are doing in the gym?
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What?
Good for you? I don't run, I walk. And walking outside isn't always an option.
Well, I *don't* try to read or watch Netflix when I'm heavy lifting. But on the cardio machine, I'm bored to death if I have to watch the clock.My mom takes her Kindle to the gym and I see older men reading the Newspaper quite often. The people who do this are probably aiming to keep their mind off the fact that they are in fact exercising. I don't see it as a fail, I see it as a win. The could easily be doing the same thing, but sitting down. At least they're moving.
don't you think they would have better progress/results if they concentrated on their routine for an hour?
Or they might have no progress or results because the gym is beyond boring to some people. If bringing a book makes it an enjoyable experience, there's a way better chance they'll actually go.
lifting heavy *kitten* never gets boring in my book....
when I run I run outside..running on a treadmill makes me feel like a hamster or something...
I really don't understand why your knickers are bunched, homie. Dafuq do you care?
let me break this down for you in ebonics
check dis out homegurl it don't mean jack to me dat foolz at da gym wanna read dem fanzy azz books and shiat...this home slice just wanna know how da hell fools can focus on a book when dey trying to read, word?
what dafuq youz carez if I got an opinion on some jive *kitten* shiat??
Oh, never mind. I really don't care!0 -
If I'm on the elliptical or stationary bike, then yeah, I'm gonna read/study/learn lines/watch a movie/ whatever. It helps me to not overthink things. Plus, a lot of the time, I don't have time to do everything, so I have to multitask0
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I've read whole novels on the step mill. Don't see the problem. Give it a try, it might do you some good!
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Let's criticize other people how they get in shape.
hmmm you missed the point..
I am just curious as to how one reads while on treadmill and that they could get BETTER results focusing on routine...0 -
nope..too sweaty for reading..but i did see Hugh Jackmans pic on the cover of a magazine in the racks at the gym and stopped short in my tracks to drool...0
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Like stated before it gets your mind off of the exercise, and in college I did it often to save time. I was studying. I don't do it now, but yes the human mind is capable of doing multiple things at once. I'm sorry that it may be difficult for you. It's just like listening to music, I use the length/speed of song to keep me going, so I'm thinking of anything but my sweat covered face lol.
its not difficult for me ....
My thought is that people get more out of the gym if they focus on their routine rather than a book ...
I like to read...but I could not read when I am running because I am trying to haul *kitten* ...but maybe that is just me..?
Have u really seen someone "running" and reading a book? I call bull on that one.
thats what spawned my inquiry...0 -
Everybody has different goals. I don't think someone should be judged by reading or watching a movie while working out. I agree with other posts that physical activity is physical activity and that may be enough for some. Or maybe plenty, or already out of their comfort zone. I started out reading while walking but have since built up to other more strenuous activities which now need all of my attention to do them properly. That said, I certainly wouldn't go back and judge someone starting out because they were in a different phase with different goals. I don't see why this bothers you since... well, they're not bothering you. 0
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