tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post5577666815817317383..comments2023-11-24T09:26:48.721-05:00Comments on The Emerging Runner: Joining a gym is short term thinkingThe Emerging Runnerhttp://www.blogger.com/profile/09326865074297618379noreply@blogger.comBlogger17125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-48362757594135547512015-02-18T09:17:11.655-05:002015-02-18T09:17:11.655-05:00I agree that its a heck of a workout. I agree that its a heck of a workout. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-91484748566146718502015-02-17T21:24:15.681-05:002015-02-17T21:24:15.681-05:00I wouldn't call Crossfit a cult - it works for...I wouldn't call Crossfit a cult - it works for a lot of people and it's a heck of a workout. I like your idea lessening winter miles and broadening the fitness focus. Maybe I'll join a club Jan-March next year to mix it up.The Emerging Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09326865074297618379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-2975583882127485512015-02-17T16:13:05.516-05:002015-02-17T16:13:05.516-05:00Its actually a lot of fun. And its not quite Cros...Its actually a lot of fun. And its not quite CrossFit, although it could be viewed as a gateway workout. No interest in CrossFit here, as I am generally averse to joining cults and have no interest in going "paleo." Just looking to take a winter break from heavy mileage while improving my overall fitness. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-5620140496751959682015-02-17T15:25:52.535-05:002015-02-17T15:25:52.535-05:00Boot camp sounds like a lot of work! I'm proba...Boot camp sounds like a lot of work! I'm probably not going to tread into CrossFit territory. But you never know. 7 years ago I never thought I'd be a runner.The Emerging Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09326865074297618379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-86329687328773561972015-02-17T14:59:15.040-05:002015-02-17T14:59:15.040-05:00Boot camp classes are pretty interesting btw. Goo...Boot camp classes are pretty interesting btw. Good combination of cardio and fully body strength training, with emphasis on light weights and body weight exercises. Push ups, wall squats, squats, lunges, burpees, mountain climbers, etc. More fun than hitting the machines, and a better workout as well. I've done 5 or 6 of them this winter, and have really enjoyed them. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-62614878166822235092015-02-17T14:31:51.091-05:002015-02-17T14:31:51.091-05:00Thanks - excellent points. That would help get me ...Thanks - excellent points. That would help get me over my "I just run" mentality. I've made it a goal to focus more on upper body this year but I haven't done that as much as I've wanted. It would be easier to do that if the machines were readily available.The Emerging Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09326865074297618379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-64302689589762133152015-02-17T09:59:18.031-05:002015-02-17T09:59:18.031-05:00What about joining a good gym for a few months and...What about joining a good gym for a few months and experimenting a little bit -- maybe take some spin classes and some boot camp classes or try yoga, and do a little strength training, including the leg machines. You might like the change of scenery, and you should become a stronger runner for having done so. And if you don't enjoy mixing it up, it will only cost you a few months of fees and you can focus on using the gym quality treadmills until the better weather returns. I've cut back on my running to about 7-12 mpw this winter over 2-3 runs per week, and have been doing a lot of the above, and I'm enjoying it, and I'm noticeably stronger. I'm treating the winter as my off season from running, while trying to become stronger, more athletic and more injury-resistant. Haven't tried yoga yet, but will some day. Maybe next winter. Unfortunately, I've put on a few pounds this winter, but I'm pretty certain that some of it is muscle. Good luck either way. Anonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-86318606763028026132015-02-16T20:24:12.795-05:002015-02-16T20:24:12.795-05:00I'm an acronym savant.I'm an acronym savant.The Emerging Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09326865074297618379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-38544271153085060972015-02-16T19:51:07.704-05:002015-02-16T19:51:07.704-05:00The fact that you knew NEI put a big smile on my f...The fact that you knew NEI put a big smile on my face. She Is Out Runninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06497517619863017396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-23549200687875278962015-02-16T15:45:56.463-05:002015-02-16T15:45:56.463-05:00Does NEI stand for not enough information? Because...Does NEI stand for not enough information? Because, really, it is.<br /><br />I just want access to a treadmill that works and doesn't sound like the world's loudest pencil sharpener. But I do want it be clean as well. I'm sure Equinox is pristine, but they probably charge a monthly restroom fee.The Emerging Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09326865074297618379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-38065729674697053652015-02-16T12:43:27.936-05:002015-02-16T12:43:27.936-05:00You get what you pay for. Equinox and probably Li...You get what you pay for. Equinox and probably Lifetime are probably very clean and state of the art. My gym, Dolphin Fitness, is very bare bones. I use the treadmill and the toilet (NEI) and then leave. She Is Out Runninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06497517619863017396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-89493034819522351992015-02-16T06:41:31.234-05:002015-02-16T06:41:31.234-05:00I know how much you like that.I know how much you like that.The Emerging Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09326865074297618379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-89972754263676418472015-02-16T00:37:17.007-05:002015-02-16T00:37:17.007-05:00I meant elliptical.I meant elliptical.She Is Out Runninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06497517619863017396noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-386539520734551942015-02-15T19:36:01.598-05:002015-02-15T19:36:01.598-05:00I'd try their Guest Pas,s but the terms of ser...I'd try their Guest Pas,s but the terms of service say, "All guests on Pass consent to receipt of Life Time Fitness commercial solicitations."<br /><br />So no thank you.The Emerging Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09326865074297618379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-46003045143341077682015-02-15T19:24:30.510-05:002015-02-15T19:24:30.510-05:00Joe took me to Llfetime, his gym. It was flat out ...Joe took me to Llfetime, his gym. It was flat out awesome, but expensive.Anonymoushttps://www.blogger.com/profile/10158729124270955146noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-59676702217525506762015-02-15T18:15:01.279-05:002015-02-15T18:15:01.279-05:00I didn't run on the the treadmill because it i...I didn't run on the the treadmill because it is currently stacked against the wall with its console and motor removed. My hour was spent on the elliptical, which is a slightly more pleasant experience than hitting my head with a hand weight.<br /><br />Planet Fitness is in Bethpage and Levittown. I may check them out. Equinox is very close to home and supposedly very nice, but ridiculously expensive. Syosset has Retro Fitness, NYSC, Life Time Fitness, Synergy Fitness and Powerhouse Gym. I just want access to a treadmill Fri-Sun for the next few weks so I'm not picky.The Emerging Runnerhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/09326865074297618379noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-7924908815112206508.post-60946921646584996222015-02-15T17:53:15.746-05:002015-02-15T17:53:15.746-05:00I heard the Planet Fitness in Carle Place is gross...I heard the Planet Fitness in Carle Place is gross. NYSC is having a nice promotion. I never heard of a gym with a 7 day free trial. An hour on the treadmill and you didn't want to hit yourself over the head with a dumbbell out of boredom? Impressive. She Is Out Runninghttps://www.blogger.com/profile/06497517619863017396noreply@blogger.com