How do YOU "spice up" your running?

Wynnie

I love running - have been running since I was a teen. It always makes me feel great, and I find it sorta "zen-like" to just be out there doing it. But, sometimes it can start to feel same-o same-o, when you've memorized every crack in the sidewalk.

Do any of you have any ideas for how to put some variety into my running? What do you do?

Wynnie

I love running - have been running since I was a teen. It always makes me feel great, and I find it sorta "zen-like" to just be out there doing it. But, sometimes it can start to feel same-o same-o, when you've memorized every crack in the sidewalk.

Do any of you have any ideas for how to put some variety into my running? What do you do?

Marla64

I love running - have been running since I was a teen. It always makes me feel great, and I find it sorta "zen-like" to just be out there doing it. But, sometimes it can start to feel same-o same-o, when you've memorized every crack in the sidewalk.

Do any of you have any ideas for how to put some variety into my running? What do you do?

Have you tried this?

jessmomof3

I like to run intervals- warm up, then do fast bursts of speed for 2 min, back off 2 min, faster 2 min, etc. You can do it however you like, but adding in the speed is awesome for fat burning and running faster!

I also have discovered http://www.cardiocoach.com They're downloadable ipod workouts that really motivate you! I have volumes 5 & 7 and the Press Play workout.

Happy running!

Jess

OomarianneoO

Have you tried this?

Woohoo! Now that would be an interesting run. :laugh:

SherryRH

Run with a group. We always have the most interesting conversations. :bigsmile:

jojo52610

I change up my routes cause I get bored looking at the same thing -

JennyGetsFit

I love running - have been running since I was a teen. It always makes me feel great, and I find it sorta "zen-like" to just be out there doing it. But, sometimes it can start to feel same-o same-o, when you've memorized every crack in the sidewalk.

Do any of you have any ideas for how to put some variety into my running? What do you do?

Hey, if you are just runnng the same kind of distance, you can introduce different kinds of runs: spped workout, varied speed (interval), etc. etc.

Check Hal Higdon's sight for more ideas and different schedules.

Have fun!

denmother46

I completely change my routes every month or two .I only run distance twice a week - one day I run more hills and the other I do more flat, but I keep changing where I go,not only to keep from getting bored, but to add different challenges.