Does anybody regularly run/jog to keep the calories down? Just curious.

I partake in this "forced fun"

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Originally posted by Cellar_Fiend:
I partake in this "forced fun"

The key to this activity is to not, even for one second, allow yourself the benefit of think about what you are doing. Otherwise, you'll stop right away.

I do a lot of hiking/climbing but I just can't get into running.

DON'T DO IT! I was a runner, got into the competitive side; now after an 8 yr career in it I have had 5 knee surgeries and am hoping to be able to walk without pain soon(.....) There are so many other, better, ways to burn them extra calories!

I only run when chased. Even then I think twice about it. Prefer Bike riding. Running with a beer causes too much foam, but the insulated holder on the handle bars work just fine.

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Originally posted by Icewino:
I do a lot of hiking/climbing but I just can't get into running.

WAY more interesting.

It's hard to run on the ice, so I play hockey instead.

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Originally posted by mjraica:
DON'T DO IT! I was a runner, got into the competitive side; now after an 8 yr career in it I have had 5 knee surgeries and am hoping to be able to walk without pain soon(.....) There are so many other, better, ways to burn them extra calories!

I hear you. I run about 25-30k per week, which is not that much. I run outside mostly up a mountain and on pebbles/soil path-no concrete. During the winter, I hit the gym for the treadmill. I think I'll be ok. Nothing competitive, though.

Try interval training on one of those bikes that has a fixed back. That way you can put all your effort into working out as hard as you can without worrying about balance or technique. Do it for 16 minutes.

BTW why do chicks love jogging so much? Does anyone know?

I tried jogging once, but I kept spilling my martini, so I gave it up.

I run but only went it is not convenient to ride my bike. Most of the running that I do is on the soccer pitch. I don't do it to burn calories as I am not yet to that point in life.

I run Marathons/Half Marathons so I run about 25-30 miles a week and up it at certain points of the training cycle.

I run not only for the physical fitness but for the mental fitness. The quiet time away from work and the kids does wonders for stress.

I run about 4 miles every other day or so, in the mornings. It does help to clear the mind.

Getting an IPod was awesome for the run; it makes the time fly by.

ditto. except for the climbing thing. and not much hiking lately. it's easy to cali. not so much in brooklyn...

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Originally posted by Icewino:
I do a lot of hiking/climbing but I just can't get into running.

i told you in another thread, we ARE kindred souls....

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Originally posted by sydthesquid:
I tried jogging once, but I kept spilling my martini, so I gave it up.

My knees can't handle it anymore, so I use an elliptical trainer.

i'd imagine epileptic trainers would spill more martini's than joggers, no?

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Originally posted by TBird:
i'd imagine epileptic trainers would spill more martini's than joggers, no?

Two words: Recumbent Bike

You can drink, do the Times crossword (except for Friday -too hard without having to think), watch TV, eat, read, nap......all the stuff a good exercise routine requires.

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Originally posted by Icewino:
I do a lot of hiking/climbing but I just can't get into running.

WAY more interesting.

Did I say anything about being any more or less interesting?

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Originally posted by Icewino:

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Originally posted by Icewino:
I do a lot of hiking/climbing but I just can't get into running.

WAY more interesting.

Did I say anything about being any more or less interesting?

No, not at all. That's purely MY observation. I've always found it difficult to run because I've found it boring. Cycling? Great. At least with hiking/climbing it's varied and challenging, in a different way. Just my personal take on it all.

My bride is the runner in our family. Her next marathon is in November in San Antonio.

I do enjoy a quick 26.2 mile drive from time to time.

I've cut back to +/- 20 miles per week, and given up competitive racing since my knee surgery last summer.

I'm with Rothko, the iPod really helps the miles go by.

When my motivation wanes, I consider getting a dog as a running partner. Maybe a German Shorthair, or an English Pointer, or a Weimaraner...Any recommendations?

"James F. Fixx (April 23, 1932–July 20, 1984) was the author of the 1977 best-selling book, The Complete Book of Running. Best known as Jim Fixx, he is credited with helping start America's fitness revolution, popularizing the sport of running and demonstrating the health benefits of regular jogging.

Fixx died at the age of 52 of a massive heart attack, after his daily run..."

Still get a kick out of that. But like MJRaica, after five knee surgeries, I have turned to running off at the mouth instead.

Moo

Have you ever noticed how many physicians make an excellent living out of "Sports Medicine"?
I mean, if exercise were that good for you, why would they need doctors to cure it?

Ever see a "Chess medicine" specialist? I didn't think so.