Technology and Exercise
Well, RunKeeper ruined another workout for me today, thanks to its inability to track location even on a tree-free sidewalk under a cloudless sky. I did my best to keep going and just estimate my distance, but I’m pretty sure I crapped out just under 2 miles. In the interest of reaching my 3-mile goal by December 1st, I think it’s time to look for a new run-tracking app. It’s crazy how reliant I am on technology to keep me entertained and motivated during exercise, even though no amount of music or apps can actually can do any of the hard work for me (now there’s a...
Read MoreBack in the Saddle
I’ll admit it’s taken me a few days to get motivated to run again after last week’s frustrating workout, but I finally did it today and it felt great. I’m also over my RunKeeper hate (at least for now). Today I ran 2 miles in 21:30. Yes, I know, it’s painfully slow but it’s an improvement. I’ve been in the 11-minute mile range, and this bumps me up to the 10-minute range. Still, I feel soooo slow. It’s still hot and humid here in south Florida, and today seemed especially brutal. I can’t wait for cooler temperatures, I’m really...
Read MoreMe and the Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Workout
Ok, the title might be a bit of an exaggeration (as an aside, surely you know what that title is a reference to, right?). Frustration. Image by music2work2 But today’s workout was a classic example of frustrating yet minor incident completely ruining my workout. I’ve been battling a sinus infection all week, so I haven’t pushed myself to exercise. But today I really felt like getting up and moving, and I was totally in the mood for a good run. I turned on my iPod, started my trusty RunKeeper app and got moving. Then, about halfway through the run I checked RunKeeper to see...
Read MoreAbout Miami Housewife
Welcome, I'm Kristen! I'm a 20-something mother of two working to make exercise and healthy eating a simpler and more enjoyable part of life. I love lifting, running, being outdoors and enjoying food in all it's healthy and not-so-healthy forms. I believe that happiness is as essential to 'healthy living' as exercise and vegetables - that's why I never turn down dessert! Connect With Me!
