January 27 - 5 miles & Chatty McGee

Did not want to get up for another morning workout so I went after work (I must say I still prefer mornings). Though I ran yesterday outside, my favorite treadmill was open so I knew it was a sign that we should unite. The lady to my right was engaged in a gradual uphill climb and would jog every now and again. That's great. What's not so great is the phone call she received from her husband, or "dear," considering I am about 9 inches away from her and also wearing headphones (forgive me, I watched Oprah today). I've never understood why people carry their cell phones, blackberry — whatever it may be — on the treadmill/elliptical/bike. It's a gym! You're probably going to work out 30 minutes, or maybe 60 if you're overzealous like me. But a call can't wait until after? My phone's in the car, and whatever goes on during my hour of "me" time is sacred...including no calls. And I can hear everything you're saying! Ugh. But, despite the poor treadmill etiquette (in my humble opinion anyways) I cranked out 5 miles in about 50 minutes with about 5 walk breaks. HR got up to 172. Wore the 1223s sans arch support and felt fine. I did 10 minutes on the elliptical after for good measure.