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Six tips to keep you running on the treadmill
The rainy season makes exercising on a treadmill a very good idea.
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When in need of motivation, mobile apps could keep you going. (Shutterstock/File)
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unning on a treadmill because you feel you have to can make the activity seem rather boring. Let’s face it, running on a treadmill is monotonous.
But this is not an excuse to quit exercising, especially in the rainy season like now, when spending time outdoors is nearly impossible.
Here are six tips for fun treadmill routines, as compiled by kompas.com:
1. Find exciting apps
When in need of running motivation, mobile apps could help. For example, an app that gives guidance from a coach to meet certain targets.
A running-based game can also minimize the fatigue from running.
2. Chat with friends
In this modern world, chatting knows no boundaries. While exercising, chatting with friends through headphones to discuss interesting things can certainly be useful.
3. Binge-watch
Watching favorite shows while running on a treadmill is great. Use headphones, so that the sound from the cell phone or tablet doesn't disturb anyone.
Fun activities such as watching movies, motivational videos or tutorials from personal trainers can distract the mind from boredom.
Read also: Five mistakes to avoid for running enthusiasts
4. Listen to podcasts
Listening to podcasts with important information can also kill boredom on a treadmill. A good example would be documentaries on favorite topics.
Listening to the radio for the latest news is another option.
5. Listen to songs
Music lovers won’t get bored as long as music accompanies all activities. Pick songs with harder beats to pump up your enthusiasm, and your training session will just fly by.
6. Perform intervals or pyramid
Treadmills are perfect for interval training. Training with a variety of speeds is certainly less boring than running at the same speed throughout the session. Interval training also builds body strength, increases speed and burns more calories.
After warming up, raise the speed to sprint level for 30 seconds then lower it back to jogging level for one minute. Repeat this interval up to seven times.
Pyramid exercises is also recommended. The trick is to raise the speed to a fairly challenging pace for one minute, then recover at a low speed for one minute.
