Tuesday:
6 a.m. pump class. 1 p.m. (aka Brooke’s nap time) 4 mile run on the treadmill. I invented the towel trick on the treadmill bar to create the perfect place for my iPad to sit so I can read while I run.
It felt weird to be in a tank top and shorts because my body has acclimated to wearing 17 layers when I run now.
We went on some errands and showed up to the passport office before it opened so we were forced to go to Old Navy and spend money on cute clothes for Brooke while we waited.
She already knows exactly how to get what she wants out of me. How can I say no to that face and as she is hugging the sweater that she wanted?
I also found this adorable light chambray shirt for myself that I will probably wear 3 times a week until summer.
The passport picture taker told me to stand there and look super awkward so I did as he told me. I always follow directions.
Some relaxing and spinach and chicken salads for lunch for me and the brookers at home.
One of my brothers lives about 3 hours away and he got into town last night just in time for dinner. 1/2 bbq salad and 1/2 philly cheesesteak. Once upon a time I used to work at this restaurant and I ate about 4 trillion of these breadsticks over the course of a year.
And my body can’t physically fall asleep at night unless I eat ice cream right before I go to bed…
Coldstone with some good friends of mine. Birthday Cake Remix is always a good decision.
You have to admit, this is pretty impressive. I saw this on Facebook and had to show you.
That takes skills.
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When you run on the treadmill—> How do you distract yourself?
Last ice cream flavor that you had?
One word to describe your day?!?
135 comments
mary @ minutes per mile
great video — just realized that barbie girl is the song she’s dancing to, which makes her even more impressive! haha
Hollie
You aren’t allowed to smile in passport photos are you? VA state liscences they tell you the same thing. It literally took me about five tries before they got a usable photo. I guess I better not go to jail…lord knows I would be smiling in a mug shot.
To distract myself on the treadmill I do a treadmill program, run next to a friend or watch trashy tv. It seems to work most times.
Wendy @ New Moms Talk
Our treadmill faces the harbor, so I scout birds and waves when I’m on it. It’s tremendously serene.
It’s going to be a P day- peaceful or productive.
Anna
When I run on the treadmill I usually listen to music, and change my pace from song to song. It’s a good way to not need to look at the clock!!
Last ice cream flavor I had was SNICKERS! :)
My day = busy. In a good way.
Have a great day!
Megan
How do you read on the treadmill??? My passport picture is actually awesome. I know that is weird. But I went to a small post office and they took a bunch and let me pick!
I typically stare at myself in the mirror to watch my form, while listening to pawn stars, ellen, or dr.oz….
Ashley @ Kick Ash Mom.com
I dance on the treadmill to keep me occupied too.. just not like that haha. I have to be listening to music or watching the tv. Brooke is always so stylist. she should have her own kids fashion blog.
Sarah@pickyrunner
Birthday cake remix is hands down the best cold stone creation there is. I order it every. Single. Time. Amazing. I think the last flavor I had was cookies n cream since that’s what we keep in the house. I’m smiling in my passport picture but I got it done before they stopped allowing you to smile. Good thing because I don’t know if I’d be able to keep a straight face.
Mary@RunWalkLift
Tillamook Cookie Dough flavored ice cream with cookie dough chunks.
Music, TV, and people watching help distract me on the treadmill.
My word for today is BUSY.
Kim@hungryhealthy
One word to describe my day yesterday, irritating….I locked my keys in the car. Last ice cream flavor, I need ice cream, it’s been way too long. When I’m running on the treadmill I’ve been watching breaking bad on my phone. It’s a very good distractor!
Emmeline @RunForThePizza
I can’t read on the treadmill for the life of me! My passport photo is actually halfway decent by some miracle, I’m tempted to show it whenever I need to show my drivers license because mine is hideous and close cropped and horrible.
Leah
Spotify and Netflix are my saving graces! Or people watching at the gym:)
Julie @ Peanut Butter Fingers
ummmm that video is fantastic! it makes me wish my gym offered a treadmill dancing class. :)
Sanaz @ runforcake
Netflix!!! Best way to make the time fly by! Revenge. Scandal… It’s hard for me to run longer distances on the tredmill especially.
Pumpkin pie ice cream and it was sooo good. Even had chunks of pie crust!
Adrienne S
Peppermint Patty! The best from a handmade ice cream shop by me.
I can not do the treadmill. If running outside is not an option I pick another form of exercise.
My day= Anxiety
Julia B.
I have to get my passport picture taken soon so I’ve been practicing my “neutral” face. My last treadmill run was last week. I try to distract myself with TV but I seriously hate the treadmill so much it hardly works.
Sharisse @ sharissespieces
Brokers’ outfit – Lovvve! Birthday cake remix – Hubs introduced it to me and now it’s my favorite! Yum!
Sharisse @ sharissespieces
Ha! Darn autocorrect. BrOOkers*** :) sorry bout that!
JinxyJen
I hate taking ‘official’ photos…lol.
No treadmill for me…can’t do it. And, brace yourself….I dont like ice cream. Ick. I do however, treat myself to a popsicle in the evening for something sweet (and only 50cals!).
That is such a cute pic of Brooke- I wouldn’t be able to resist either! :-)
Amanda @ .running with spoons.
Gah! Taking passport pictures is the -worst-. I hate how you’re not allowed to smile — that just makes me want to crack up. And that treadmill dancing is seriously impressive… I can’t even run on one because I’m paranoid that I’m going to trip and fly off the belt. Totally unrealistic, but that’s my story and I’m sticking to it.
Danica @ It's Progression
Right now, my favorite way to distract myself when running (or walking) on the treadmill is to watch episodes of Parenthood on Netflix!
Holly
You are too funny. You have the perfect stance for your picture ;)
& Brooke, oh Brooke, I just adore you. Wish I could squeeze you!! Give her lots of kisses from us! XOXO
Sara @ LovingOnTheRun
I have a lot of tricks to distract me but I tend to spend a lot of time counting songs or just trying to think about random things. Whatever works – it can vary by day!
Kristina @ Blog About Running
I go in phases with the treadmill where some weeks I love it and want to use it all the time, and other weeks where I can’t stand it and have to run outside.
Last night I wasn’t really feeling the treadmill but since I have a little bit of a cold I went to use it (just in case I needed to cut the run short and go back home). During the last mile my phone died and I had no music … that last .75 mile was so hard! Treadmill + no music = no good!
jess
my favorite thing about that video is that the two people beside her don’t even notice. i’d have totally been gawking! i read when i’m on the treadmill. the trick for me is to use a tablet and make the font huge.
Katie@LifesNextBigStep
Passport/license photos are the worst! The no smiling thing is hard – I look incredibly mean in my license picture – and I look crazy in my passport picture.
I haven’t had ice cream in so long, but I think the last flavor I had was gingerbread that my husband made. I do remember that it was incredible. I think it was Thanksgiving!
One word to describe my day today – busy. Lots to do, and not much time to do it! Have a great day!
Elizabeth @ Positive Change
When I run on the treadmill I need the T.V going, the radio playing and my Kindle on the ledge of the tmill. This is why I hardly run on the treadmill! haha
Stressful type of day = running day!
Abi@AbsofSteel
i’m not going to lie, sometimes when i’m on the treadmill and a good song comes on I start to kind of dance it out. I’ve got nothing on her treadmill dancing skills though.
Meaghan
I have to cover the clock/mile counter on the treadmill so I am not counting down the miles- ideally I like to have music going AND a TV in front of me with something good on…I’m not good with treadmills!
I had fro-yo yesterday from 16 handles, and it was birthday cake flavor with toppings like nutella…YUM
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Linda @ running4two
Last ice cream flavor…well I had TCBY last night…oreo shiver made with chocolate vanilla swirl = heaven! I also need ice cream or fro yo right before bed. :)
My day was exhausting…poor Annabelle is sick and then got shots and blood drawn on top of that. :( She didn’t sleep too well…
Ashley @ My Food N Fitness Diaries
Adorable chambray top! I’ve actually become pretty impressed with Old Navy in the past year or so. I keep going there “for Hunter”, but then I always find stuff I like too. Love it when that happens. ;)
I listen to music and think or watch TV/a movie to keep myself distracted on the treadmill. I have to do something otherwise I drive myself crazy.
Last ice cream flavor I had: cookies ‘n cream (with peanut butter stirred in) last night while watching How I Met Your Mother. Excellent combo right there!
Leah @ Running with the Hayneses
I like to watch movies or tv shows on my ipad when I run on the treadmill. Or I do some sort of workout that is constantly varying the pace/incline so that I have something to keep me busy. My sister wrote about some of her favorite treadmill workouts on our blog if you want to check it out!
Chelsea @ A Fit LittleOne
Omg, I love how she is hugging the shirt, super cute! That girl is too awesome!! She definitely has some rhythm! I use to dance while running, but it never looked like a choreographed dance hahaha I can’t even remember the last ice cream flavor I had, it was about 5 years ago (that’s when I found out I’m lactose intolerant).
Kari @ Running Ricig
I distract myself with Netflix on the treadmill. It helps to find an action show to watch. Then during the exciting parts, you can bump up the speed and get the run over quickly.
I can’t remember the last ice cream flavor I had. That is really sad for me.
lauren@golaurengo
Ugh, I don’t know how I do runs on the treadmill because the one that I use at the gym doesn’t have a tv, but I prefer the belt over all the other ‘mills! Sometimes I just stare at people, listen to music, and most of the time, I’m saying something in my brain to keep the feet a moving. Usually I have to trick myself into giving more, like saying I can run another 400 m and then take a break, but I usually don’t…I just keep running.
I don’t know the last time I had ice cream…is that bad? I could tell you the last time I had cheese, though. Last night. I’m surprised I didn’t have it with breakfast.
Allie
Netflix is necessary for treadmill running. I get sooo bored on it! So either that or a good playlist and intervals changing up speed a lot.
I want that birthday cake remix so bad…I LIVED off of that last summer.
meredith @ The Cookie ChRUNicles
I distract myself on the treadmill by always doing interval runs. Even when I don’t mean to, all treadmill runs consist of constantly speeding up for a bit then slowing down a bit and then speeding up. The faster I can go, the more I play with the speed, the faster the run is done….You so need to eat your Cold Stone in the waffle bowl.
Elizabeth @ my neon running shoes
It’s been too long since this pregnant lady had ice cream. I think it’s a pregnancy sin to not eat it regularly…
Debbie @ Deb Runs
Awww, I love the way Brooke is hugging her new sweater.
I HAVE to watch TV when I run on a treadmill. I’d rather run outside in most weather conditions than run inside, though.
Jackie
The last ice cream I had was vanilla and it was glorious!
Laura @ Live, Run Sparkle
Brooke hugging the sweater made my heart melt, I wouldn’t be able to say no either. haha.
Yesterday I would have described my day as “domestic” because I cleaned and grocery shopped, did a zillion loads of laundry, and made a killer dinner. Today I am getting my hair cut at a new place so I have my fingers crossed that it works out.
Blaire @ Just Been Running
I use the treadmill as my time for speed work so that I don’t get bored. I usually start out slow for about a mile and then try to pump it up as much as I can. I honestly can’t do more than about 4 on the treadmill because I just get so bored!
Last ice cream flavor I had was Vanilla with blueberries and honey :)
My day was great yesterday! I got my hair done and just relaxed last night with a good dinner :)
Susan
So excited for you and getting all ready for the TRIP OF A LIFETIME.
I don’t run on a treadmill anymore because my PT, ortho and I figured out I was one of the lucky ones that tends to get injuries on a treadmill. But, when I did I used to watch recorded episodes of Oprah! Last flavor of ice cream was chocolate (last night) and one word to describe my day = JOY.
J@ unnaturellerunner
I try to read on the treadmill, but I just can’t. I usually have the tennis channel on, so I can watch a match while I run.
The last ice cream I had was cookies’n cream with lots of magic shell. I recently gave up dairy and am craaaving ice cream. And cheese.
Jenn@Mark My Mile!
The last ice cream flavor I had was brownie fudge!!! My favorite. I love picking out all the brownie pieces and eating those first.My word for today is Balance. Finding balance to fit everything in!
Adriana @Laced Up With Lipstick
Oh my gosh, I dance on the treadmill if JT comes on but only at home. If I was next to her at the gym I would have lost my balance and fallen off. It reminds me of a guy that used to come to step class but would so his own thing, he would throw me off all the time.
When I run on the treadmill I distract myself with netflix and Amazon prime movies.
Last ice cream I had was strawberry froyo with cheese cake bites.
Miranda @ Lovely Wife Lovely Life
I had my passport picture taken a few weeks ago and it took me SO many tries to get a picture where I’m not smiling! Like, I’m sorry but ever since I was a kid I was trained to smile when there’s a camera pointed at me. Not my fault! ;)
Marissa @ Run Riss Run
Wow. That is impressive. I usually listen to a book or watch TV. I don’t know how you do the whole reading while running thing. Crazy.
Last flavor ice cream: salted caramel pretzel. Yum.
One word: stuffy
Kaitlin @4loveofcarrots
I don’t know whats better the fact that the girl can dance on a treadmill or that barbie girl is playing in the background.
Caitlin
I renewed my passport last year and I recall them telling me that if I give a big, cheesy smile the Department of State would send it back and make me redo my photo- apparently they’re not appreciative of happy people!
Fiona @ Get Fit Fiona
That lady in the video looks like she’s really enjoying that song.
Vanilla is probably the last flavor of ice cream I had – it’s my favorite.
Nikki @ grab your kicks
One word for today: awake (for once!). I district myself by watching TV shows or listening to some new music on the treadmill. Not ideal, but at least we’re still running!
Britt @ Chicago Runner Girl
Ages ago when I belonged to a gym, there was a guy who used to do this with a boom box. And he would sing, loudly. Have to say, it was certainly good entertainment.
Sally @ sweat out the small stuff
I hate treadmills and usually can’t ever distract myself but yesterday I kept changing the speed up and down every 1/4 mile. It helped a tad
One word to describe my day: unbelievable (and not in a good way)
It’s been too long since I had ice cream. It was Haagen Daz cookie dough. Not my favorite. Must fix that soon. I love coldstone birthday remix.
Tess
I love that the people next to her are so used to her dancing they aren’t even impressed. They’re just walkin’ goin’…whatevs…so she dances. I will dance when I’m running outside. My running partners LOVE that. My family does, too. Not embarrassing at all.
I have a GREAT passport picture. Probably due to expire … that would figure.
Jessica @ Jess on the Run
I usually cover my treadmill with a shirt or towel so I can’t stare at the numbers. Then I watch TV and it has really helped. :)
Sam @ Better With Sprinkles
So I have to say, that looks like the absolute best way to distract yourself on a treadmill. Much better than my music or TV show method ;-)
Megan D
That is one way to work out on a treadmill. But when we get older, can you and I do this work out?
http://www.buzzfeed.com/leonoraepstein/this-1980s-dancin-grannies-workout-is-a-real-thing-and-it-is
Actually, I am not sure I can wait that long. Perhaps we should do it at our next GNO.
So freaking awesome.
I just change the incline or speed a lot on the treadmill to keep me entertained. And at the gym, I people watch. Looooove to people watch.
Monday night I had cookie dough ice cream….with another homemade chocolate chip cookie crumbled on top. Ice cream companies CLEARLY don’t know the right ratio of cookie dough to ice cream. Always more people. Always more!!
Rebekah
I just realized I can’t remember the last ice cream flavor I had!!!! That means it has been WAY to long since I have had ICE CREAM!!!!!
April
Most days I just jam out to music when I’m on the treadmill, but by day3 in a row I bust out the Ipad and watch Supernatural. I used to read when I walked, but now that I’m running I can’t read w/o drifting to the sides and stumbling.
Ice cream? can’t do it….does sherbet count? if so, then orange :)
Jen
Netflix is necessary for treadmill running! Last ice cream flavor was plain old vanilla loaded up with toppings! Today, busy! A million things to do but not nearly enough time!
Ashley @ Saving Money in your Twenties
HAHA I can’t dance on solid ground, let alone on a treadmill! Hmmm last icecream I had was peanut butter blast (or some name like that)… mmmm :) One word to describe my day= PRODUCTIVE! (or at least I’m going to make sure it is)
Flower
Dang, skills yes! When I run on the treadmill, I can promise you I don’t dance, nor do I read. It’s all I can do to stay on. Oh, and I don’t put Christmas lights on it anymore either because I don’t really want to catch myself on fire and I don’t think I can handle another shock like the last time. Lesson learned.
Katie @ Peace Love & Oats
I actually went to Bobtail for ice cream last night and got their signature surprise – it’s merlot flavored ice cream with chocolate chips. Pretty good!
kendra
I’m guessing you used to work at brick oven?? We should have a Provo meet up there ;)
Rebecca@Runningfoodbaby
One word to describe today – struggling.
I was home sick for two days, but cannot take another day off, so I’m definitely struggling with working today.
I love Candy Cane ice cream!
Ali
Passport pictures are always the most awkward things ever. Who doesn’t smile for a picture?
Ashten @ Southern class and a bit of Sass
ah I havent ran on a treadmil in over a year… I like to run through neighborhoods and look at houses & landscaping & judge them along the way. I give out “Yard of the Month” awards in my head.
Brooke’s fur vest is just too much, super cute!
Amy @ Run Mom Run
One word to describe my day – bed. I haven’t gotten out yet. But I will and then it will be tempo because I have my tempo run today and until I get it done it will be all I can think about!
I will do anything to avoid running on the treadmill, but when I absolutely have to I watch a movie or a tv show. I can’t read while I’m on there, too much bouncing. I have no idea how you manage that! I’m pretty sure that’s a talent all on it’s own.
T.
I took my passport picture on my way to the gym a few years ago. The photo was okay. I got a call from the store at the end of my workout saying that I would have to go back and retake the photo because the original one somehow got erased. I was already getting an expedited passport because my out-of-the-country trip was rapidly approaching so I had to go back right away. My resulting passport photo is me with a bright red face, sweaty hair, and smudged makeup. Lovely!
Sarah
I am unable to read while running on the treadmill (or using the elliptical machine). I am VERY impressed with people who are able to accomplish this amazing multi-tasking skill and am also super jealous. I find any type of gym workout to be SO tedious, so I change the speed/incline settings every 1-2 minutes :)
One word to describe my day = editing.
Katie@RunningARagnar
LOVING those boots. and that outfit! How do you read on a treadmill I have tried and failed many times!
Annette@FitnessPerks
Hahaha. I love that she is hugging the sweater she wants :) She knows what she wants, already!
When I run on the treadmill I either watch something or read something!
Angela @ Fit to Inspire
My friend actually posted that video on my fb wall because it reminded her of me. I LOVE to dance and I love to dance and listen to music when i’m working out. My classes have even begun to dance while we are getting ready to work out. It just makes it so much more fun!
Danielle
The last ice cream I had was Sunday. Vanilla with homemade German chocolate cake.
Yesterday was accomplished. Errands in the morning. A run after lunch that the baby fell asleep during- so I pRked her in the garage with the door to the house propped open and the baby gate in front of the door so the dog wouldn’t get lost in the garage. Followed by yoga, squats, crunches, plank. And i washed/dried all the laundry. Helped the kids with their homework. Cooked dinner. Got one ready for basketball pictures and practice. Grocery for snacks for our trip this weekend. Bathes for all 3. The only thing I didn’t do was write a blog post. But I was tired!
I’ve only ever been on the treadmill 2x. Both times I watched tv with no sound. Because I couldn’t figure out where the headphone jack was…
Kristen @ Glitter and Dust
I am just wondering what the people next to her were thinking. Ha! A good playlist is all I need to get me through a run on the treadmill (although I do read at times). My day is all about productivity! Happy hump day. :)
Lora @ Crazy Running Girl
For the life of me, I cannot read while I am on the treadmill! I need the news or a really trashy reality TV show for distraction :)
Lindsey
My current obsession is Scandal. Despite the fact that I have already watched the first two seasons, I’m re-watching them on Netflix because it’s intense and keeps me from thinking about the actual workout! Lost is another great show to re-watch while on the treadmill.
Lisa @ runnermamablogger
I love your blog! You inspire me every day. Actually, you inspired me to blog about training for my first half. Thank you for being an inspiration to me and to many today and every day!
ashley @ Broc Blog
If I can’t remember the last ice cream flavor I had it’s either been too long since Ice Cream or I have a terrible memory. I’m going to pretend that its just been too long and eat some mint chocolate chip tonight.
Tiffany Dutson
Passport pictures are the worst! I hate mine:(
Jess @ PugRunAholic
One time I tried to distract myself by reading a magazine – definitely was distracted because I ended up falling on the treadmill, and of course I hate those strings that allow the treadmill to turn off when you disconnect from it; so I ended up getting road rash from it. That’s why I no longer run on treadmills :)
Lauren
The best part about this video is the fact no one around her seems to notice what is going on next to them. LOL Totally unphased.
And when I’m at Coldstone, birthday cake remix is the ONLY decision.
Alyssa @ See This Girl Run
I have a podcast in my ear and then the tv in front of my face. Between those two things and the thoughts in my head, I can usually stay distracted. haha I know, I sound sooo high maintenance! I’m impressed you can read while running. I tried that in college so that I could study and workout at the same time and it made me dizzy.
Megan @ Meg Go Run
I distact myself by pod casts on the treadmill. If I had one at home, I would totally watch TV or movies.
Natalie Martin
I work weekends as an ER nurse. So on the treadmill, I watch the sermon I missed or listen to pandora.
I haven’t had ice cream in a very long time (?) But I had frozen custard and apple pie! :)
Today is a typical day of staying home with my two year old daughter and cleaning house..
Leslie @ My Life Begins at 30?
I had to send in 7 photos for my passport-tons of stress, but I got it back in time for my trip last summer. Hopefully one awkward one is all you need. :)
I try to watch the tv’s in the gym when I run on the treadmill. Or people watch. It is always fun to watch people exercise. They do the weirdest things! I’m sure the same is said about me too!
Birthday cake remix ice cream is now all I can think about! Yummo!
Lily
On the dreadmill I listen to loud, fast music.
The last ice cream I ate was last Friday evening. Ben and Jerry’s everything but. It was sinfully delicious.
Today: sad
NIcole@thegirlwhoraneverywhere
i always distract myself with music, reading a book, or watching a movie. If i’m feeling REALLY frisky–I will distract myself with music AND a book. The louder the music=the faster I run!!! :)
my word? HUNGRY!
Kristin
I’m the biggest Disney dork, so while on the treadmill I’ve been listening to the Disney station on Pandora.
PS: I think you could totally pull that dance off on the treadmill. Would you try it and post a video?!?!
Lucy
the only way to distract myself on the treadmill is to do intervals/speedwork…otherwise i will just go crazy! sadly, i can’t remember the last time i had ice cream..it’s been too cold (i know, not an excuse!)
Abbey @ thesonomalife
Word of the day: anticipation. Today is my due date! We’ll see…
Ok so I’ve totally seen people doing dancercising/running and I get a little jealous because they are rocking out and having a great time! There’s a woman where I live that goes around town pretty much just dancing and listening to her headphones while she walks/jogs. And she’s in amazing shape! Must be working.
Also, that song playing during the video? Was that Aqua? The band that sings “Barbie Girl”??
courtney!
hahahahhaha that treadmill video CRACKS ME UP!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i love that the folks next to her are totally unfazed.
Lily @ Lily Runs the World
I just found my passport and I took the photo in 2008 and I’m smiling SO big… I’m going out of the country in a couple months and I’m kind of paranoid I’m going to get yelled at in France for it. They are so strict about it!
Katie
That towel trick for your ipad is pretty genius!!
xo
Cori @ shes going the distance
ipod distracts
Pumpkin Pie ice cream (graham cracker swirls!!)
track!
Brittney @ Sweets 'N' Greens
I wish I could read on the treadmill! Unless I’m going super slow, I can’t do it! I usually just watch TV or zone out to music.
Rachel @ Undercover Diva: A Sitcom
I don’t really ever run on the TM, but if I do, I have my music blaring and I usually put the TV on mute so that I have something to look at. Sometimes, I check myself out in the mirror ;) Last ice cream flavor I had was maple walnut ice cream. My day so far is good :)
p.s. I love how the two people next to her are not acknowledging her at all. Now THAT takes skill
Kay
Ooh that shirt is cute, thanks for posting it!
Rachel
I had this amazing coconut milk ice cream that was praline & caramel flavored! It was ridiculous, and I also ate it before bed. That’s how ice cream should be eaten! My day: BUSY!
MILF Runner
The passport photo guy and I had a great conversation about how these are NOT glamour shots. How will you look after 13 hrs on a plane? You want border control to recognize you! I look like such a mess in my photo…which is accurate for my state upon arrival :)
I am a rule-follower. I get a lot of flak for it.
Holly
There are several things needed when I run on a treadmill….good music, good tv, good people to talk to :) I really do not like the treadmill much! The last ice cream I had was black raspberry chip…yum! I’ve had a little too much ice cream lately and the pounds are adding up so I’m cutting back and trying to eat better…no fun :( My day has been EXHAUSTING! Sick, cranky, tired baby makes for an exhausting day! Tomorrow will be better! :)
Ashlee@hisnhers
Bahahaa! That video is so funny. I wish I had her skills – looks like a fun way to workout! Seriously though, I dont even see headphones? I wonder if shes dancing to no music??!
Nicole @Pink Elephant on Parade
The last ice cream I had was chocolate with toasted almonds, whip cream, and marshmallow sauce while I was sitting in the warm sun next to a pool in a lounge chair.
And I always think if you’re not dancing along to your music while you run you’re not listening to the right kind of music.
Kayla
Do you think that she is going to start a class at a gym? Maybe that will be her first routine to teach! :)
Melissa
One word to describe my day today- wonderful! I have a new niece born this morning that I can’t wait to meet tonight!
Sarah (Shh...Fit Happens)
Girls just want to have fun! haha. I ate cookies n cream ice cream w peanut butter last!
Courtney @ Don't Blink. Just Run.
That look is too much. The world needs to watch out!
Sarah G.
Now I need Coldstone!!
I run on my treadmill a LOT right now because I leave for work in the dark and come home in the dark. I don’t listen to music, read, or watch anything when I run but I like to use the time to work out problems in my head or make lists like meal plans and stuff liek that. If all else fails, I visualize myself at my next race and that keeps me going :)
Last ice cream was B&J’s Strawberry Cheesecake.
Today has been…exciting! I am feeling my first baby kicks :)
Nicole
How awesome is that?? Yay!!
Nicole
When I’m on the treadmill, I distract myself by looking for cool number combinations: 25:25, 12:34, 44:44, 6:54, etc.
Last ice cream I had was probably a vanilla cone from McD’s. Shameful.
P.S. When my Mom passed away, the only way my body would fall asleep was from ice cream. You gotta do what you gotta do when you’re faced with stress!
My day: Puttering.
Teri @ otherwisesimple.com
Haha I ran next to a lady doing the same thing one time. That was entertaining. Otherwise…I am so bored when I run on a treadmill. I have to watch netflix or something.
Amy
This is going to sound funny and probably rude, but your life is like a novel to me and I need some closure. Can you just tell us what the heck happened and why you are getting divorced? Just a little hint so I can move on……… My heart seriously breaks for you.
Lauren
My current passport photo is awful! I had it taken after track practice in high school so my face is bright red my hair is all over the place. I can’t wait for it to expire so I can get a new one! haha
Last ice cream flavor I had was chocolate – my all time favorite!
Rachel Rinderknecht
I like to watch movies, listen to music, or read magazines to distract myself when I am running on the treadmill. Hmm the last ice cream flavor that I ate was from The Train in Heber and it was chocolate with cookie dough and brownie! Yummy! One word that describes my day today is probably productive! I have done a lot already and that never happens :)
Cheri @ Overactive Blogger
I only get on treadmills when I know there’s a telly I can watch nearby. Lucky for me, the climate here in North Carolina isn’t heinous, so usually, I have a place to run outside, so not a whole lot of distraction necessary!
Michelle @ A Healthy Mrs
Wow, that girl is really into whatever it is she’s doing on the treadmill… :)
Jen@milesandblessings
Ok seriously! If I tried to do anything like that on the treadmill I would have fallen on my face like 10 times! That takes some serious coordination! Actually, so does reading! I can’t believe you can read and run!
I also have ice cream every night….why do runners love ice cream so much…I know, we are just plain smart.
lorie
Hey Janae! I have a random question: what are the best running shoes to get that are under $80? I’m looking for something lightweight :) Thank you!
Kim
They learn quick how to get you to eat out of their hands (the kiddo’s, that is). Exciting news about Thailand! Good for you, Janae. :)
Liz @ Carpe Diem and Run
When I went to get my passport photo, the guy told me to smile, then said I was smiling too big. Oops.
Good for her for dancing – I can barely stay on without tripping!
I love your shirt :)
Brittnee @ Nebraska Running Girl
Top treadmill distractions for me are a little weird… 1) infomericals or 2) put in a workout DVD and just watch it… for some reason watching other people moving helps me keep going. The first step in being weird is admitting you are weird :)
I LOVE Coldstone! I really love any ice cream flavor, but top will probably always be cookie dough.
Leigha @ Minougirl
It has been way too long since I’ve had ice cream, but I think the last flavor I had was plain vanilla! A word to describe my day is boring. And it’s too cold outside to go run :( that video is too funny!! It definitely looks like she fell towards the end lol!
Becky @ Ok, so here's the plan
I have to listen to music or watch bad tv while I’m on the treadmill.
The last ice cream flavor I had was eggnog – I already miss Christmas time!
One word – Positive!
Christina
I love the boots you are wearing in your passport picture. Where did you get them? I have been looking for a pair like that for a long time but have yet to find a pair that I like.
Jennifer @ One Step Closer
I don’t know how you can read on the treadmill! I entertain myself by constantly changing the incline/speed, listening to music, and occasionally glancing at the TV (I can’t watch it for too long though cause I’ll fall off the treadmill!)
Livi
I haven’t had ice cream in too long :'( but I did have some chocolate cake a few nights back… yum!
J @ semplicemente ... J
With your speed how are you able to read?
Carson
While dancing on the treadmill looks like a blast, I would definitely injure myself. I prefer watching movies and changing up my pace as a distraction.
Whitney Kregar
They just put a Cold Stone in “close by” 45 min away and I about died. Also, I have a nifty holder on my new treadmill, but it is too deep so you can’t read e bottom of the page. So, to fix it I put a rifle bullet in the bottom. Problem solved. Boom.
Ashley Zinchuk
Hi! I just stumbled across your blog and I already love it! I have recently picked up running again after MANY years of not running… at least not consistently. I have worked myself up to 2-3 4 mile runs per week and walking the other 2-3 days. Any advice on getting myself to run everyday? I think following your blog will be some motivation! :-)
Sarah Murphy
And here I thought just staying on the treadmill while running intervals was a challenge! p.s. I’m convinced it’s impossible to not look awkward in a passport photo.
Lynn
Now I have the Barbie song stuck in my head!
Kiales
Do you increase the font on what you’re reading! I have a hard time seeing small letters while I run!
Niki
Brooke knows how to play you- that’s for sure!!
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Colleen
Have you seen the OK GO treadmill music video? It’s super duper awesome.
http://youtu.be/dTAAsCNK7RA