Running bores me
defeatmylazyself
Posts: 17 Member
Help!
I can't really afford any other kind of cardio except for running, but oh my god, does it bore me. I have a kickass playlist, nice workout clothes, I run along a beautiful river... and all I can think is "ugh, another X minutes before I can do something that's fun".
Anyone else have the same problem? What do you do about it?
I can't really afford any other kind of cardio except for running, but oh my god, does it bore me. I have a kickass playlist, nice workout clothes, I run along a beautiful river... and all I can think is "ugh, another X minutes before I can do something that's fun".
Anyone else have the same problem? What do you do about it?
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Have you not tried Sprinting? Short bursts, preferrably uphill. Grab a few cheap cones and do some shuttle runs.
I'm the same, hate running, am bad at it, and too competitive (try and catch up to the better runners!) Sprint work's in that case. Of course it helps that I'm more built for Speed\Power
Depends on your goal as well, If it's just wieght loss\body shape, sprints will be just as good, I'd only look at running a long time If I was planning on running over 10K0 -
Sprinting is what I hate the most! ^^ I'm doing this http://www.guardian.co.uk/lifeandstyle/2008/jan/07/healthandwellbeing.fitness1 and today is another sprints day. Blergh. I just need to get over it, I guess.0
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When you say another x minutes until I can do something fun... what's fun?
Is there a reason you are running if you hate it so much?
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I run with my dog, and I really enjoy the company. It also means that I need to be looking out for squirrels or people or other distractions for him, which helps. Also, I switch up my route often. I run in the city, so sometimes I adopt the "I wonder how far it is to _____________" and run there.0
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Can you find a friend to run with? Runners are very social and many are looking for running buddies, and after that first "date" with the right partner (nerve-wracking just like a romantic date), it can make a huge difference and make the time go by so much faster. Look online or at a running store for local groups--they're usually free. Also change up your route, or think about something else (my favorite trick is to listen carefully to try to learn all the words to a song). I hated hated hated running when I first started but after a month or two I loved it, as it got (a little) easier and I figured out what worked for me.0
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Instead of running, would you enjoy something like doing jumping jacks, jump rope, etc? Those are also very cheap, but could be more fun for you. I only enjoy running if it is in a group. By myself it just goes so slowly....0
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You can do other things you enjoy more. I really enjoy running. It's a break for me. But if I hated it I'd be hiking or riding my bike or something like that. Find something you enjoy or you won't be able to stick to it. You could try signing up for a 5k too. Maybe training for something would be more exciting.0
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Run backwards.
The danger makes it more exciting.0 -
Have you tried that app Zombie Run? That might entertain you, I have heard a lot of people say it makes the time go by faster. I have not tried it, but my understanding is that there is a story line and you get chased by zombies. I think that you might be able to play your own playlist with it too, but not sure.0
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then don't run! go on youtube they have fitness channels my favorite is fitnessblender. they have many many workouts. or make up your own routine. jumping jacks, high knees, burpees, mountain climbers, step ups, push ups, lunges, jump twist, skaters, planks, v-sits, squats, punches, front-back-side kicks, ballet barre stuff, plyo anything the list goes on and on if you do variations0
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I love running. But it wasn't always that way. I had to set goals, first one was to complete a 5k. Training was a chore at first, but then I was motivated more when I saw progress.
For the longest time, maybe until I did my first 5k, it was only the goals that kept me motivated.
And eventually, something just clicked, and I started to really enjoy it.
The first mile is still not my favorite, but I'm okay with that.0 -
If I had to run the same route, it would bore me to death. I explore different routes including sometimes getting lost. (-:
Also, during the weekend I try to join a nearby runners group for company. And if constant running bores you, try Jeff Galloway's run-walk-run method which I adopt many times.0 -
running is boring to me too.... i started doing interval running; i downloaded the C25K app on my phone and do week 2 all of the time, i have no desire to go past that and run 3 miles straight. i do 3 miles total but not just a straight run and i can do 3 miles in a good time also....0
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I'm the same way, I really dislike running but I do it because it's probably one of the best things for you. I just invested in a $5 app for my phone that turns your running into a Zombie Apocolypse story, it uses GPS or the movement of your arm (when your phone is in an armband) to measure your distance and speed and will even add in interval training if you select it by making you sprint away from an incoming horde. It can be pretty cheesy at times but it makes running more entertaining for me because I want to keep going and hear what happens next. You also collect items as you go that you need to survive and it syncs your own playlist and then in between songs you hear updates on your story. It's pretty nerdy but it makes me excited to go running so I don't care. It's called "Zombies, Run!"0
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Keep running. Learn to love it. Or not. You already have a great playlist and a beautiful place to run, not much to add to be honest.0
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Make yourself an obstacle course, or just do a fitness video or something if you don't like running. It really isn't your only option. Go to the park and find things to push around, and jump over.0
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Download Zombies, Run! A distracting storyline to intersperse your playlist and having to speed up in places to stop being bitten by the undead is a motivation like no other!
Run different routes. Run to visit friends. Run to pick up the groceries. Go running with friends. Join a running club. Do online challenges if you can't run with other people in person. Power-walk for a change of pace (if you're a great runner, you can actually get more out of breath trying to walk fast). Make yourself a circuit - run to one corner of the park and do jumping jacks, run to the next and do push-ups. Run backwards. Run sidewards. Skip. Run up hills. Run with high knees. Run doing bum-kicks. Enter a race and train using an online plan with different targets for each running workout and aim for a PB. Leave your watch, HRM, phone, MP3 player and everything else at home and just enjoy the changing seasons.
For other free cardio, YouTube workouts, or borrow exercise DVDs from friends. Power walk for a change of pace. Go for a swim in a public pool (not entirely free but very cheap!). Get a skipping rope. Dance around to your favourite music. Borrow a bike. Google bodyweight exercises and callisthenics.
Still bored? Don't know about you, but I'm exhausted just typing that!
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Pay someone to chase you with an axe?0
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What do you want? A medal! so it bores you, do something else, stay at home, eat cheese... Get a bike, cycle for an hour, or is that to boring too.Help!
I can't really afford any other kind of cardio except for running, but oh my god, does it bore me. I have a kickass playlist, nice workout clothes, I run along a beautiful river... and all I can think is "ugh, another X minutes before I can do something that's fun".
Anyone else have the same problem? What do you do about it?0 -
:laugh:Pay someone to chase you with an axe?
OP...if you really hate it so much...don't do it! Find something you DO like....0 -
Yes. I try to find other activities that interest me. If you have a game system, you could try dancing, boxing, or other athletic games.0
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Haha then don't run. There's no rule that you must run. Other forms of cardio are good: burpees, squats, walking lunges, pushups, sprints, high knees, jumping jacks, star jumps, jump squats, frog jumps, situps, etc. Just mix up these cardio moves into little circuits and you'll be thankful for it. If you still want to run, then run a mile, then break for a little circuit for 10 minutes, then run another mile, break, etc. You'll most likely benefit more from workout out like that than a steady-state run anyway.
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How about a home work out of interval training, mixing it up and the speed of each work out might keep you interested? Here's one I do if I cannot get to gym or missed a workout;
-Run on the spot for 2 mins to warm up
-Star jumps for 20 seconds
10 sec rest
--Knee raises (high as you can ) for 20 secs
10 sec rest
--Climbing plank (go into plank and then lift each leg one at a time to meet your elbow quick as you can) for 20 sec
10 sec rest
-Fast crunches for 20 secs
10 sec rest
- Hold a side plank for 20 secs on each side
Repeat 2 to 3 times, can also increase each exercise time to 30/40 secs as you feel fitter or need more.
Finish with a good stretch!0 -
Help!
I can't really afford any other kind of cardio except for running, but oh my god, does it bore me. I have a kickass playlist, nice workout clothes, I run along a beautiful river... and all I can think is "ugh, another X minutes before I can do something that's fun".
Anyone else have the same problem? What do you do about it?
You have to play games with yourself. I run along the Charles River in Boston and if I find myself getting bored I'll do something like increasing my pace for the next three telephone or light poles. Then try to do one more pole after a little rest.
Or just do some interval training. Do a very fast pace for a minute, jog for 2 minutes repeat. You'll get a tremendous burn and really add to your cardiovascular capacity.0 -
Another thumbs up for Zombies, Run. Even running laps around the park by my house is more fun with zombies.
Also, the most fun I have while running is when I think of it as "play" instead of "work." I hit some trails, run when I want, walk when I want, stop and take pictures with my phone, sit under a tree and take a rest.0 -
HIIT is quick and it doesn't have to be just running or sprinting.. try it. I love it, why spend an hour on the treadmill when you can do 20 minutes instead?0
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Fartlek. Not just a distracting running workout but a very, very funny word.0
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If you don't like running, don't do it. If it's something you don't like you won't do it long term, period. Forget about it.
Find something you do enjoy. Join an Ultimate team. Play with your dog. Go swimming, play tennis or basketball at the local park, whatever. This is critical. If you don't enjoy it don't do it.0 -
Try hiking instead....most places have several trails that are great for hiking. Make a day of it by packing some sandwiches and some water and get some fresh air.0
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Help!
I can't really afford any other kind of cardio except for running, but oh my god, does it bore me. I have a kickass playlist, nice workout clothes, I run along a beautiful river... and all I can think is "ugh, another X minutes before I can do something that's fun".
Anyone else have the same problem? What do you do about it?
sorry to state the obvious here, but why do something you find boring? there must be a ton of other activities you might find more engaging.0
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