Here we are winding down the first month, of a new year and a new decade! If my gym exploits are any indication, 2020 is going to be a bountiful year on the runfession front. Speaking of runfessions, let’s get that runfessional open, shall we? And while we’re at it, let’s sit down for a cup of something hot, because winter is here. I’m linking up with Deborah and Coco.
I runfess over coffee I thought the guy in the sauna who lined up his squash rackets and shoes was a one-time aberration. Turns out I was wrong. I’ve run in to him doing the same thing on two additional occasions. Apparently he takes his “warm up” to a whole new level.
I runfess over coffee I was pleasantly surprised when a woman’s phone rang in the sauna and she actually left to take the call. But then I spied her pacing up and down a shallow lap lane while chatting away, which means she immersed her sweat-soaked sauna body in the pool, which is a total no-no.
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Wait, that’s not all. I runfess I didn’t know if I should be repulsed or impressed when this same woman who rinsed off her sweaty body in the pool did walking lunges through the locker room…while brushing her teeth…clad only in a towel around her waist. Talk about multitasking.
I’ve been frequenting the stepmill at the gym a couple of times a week. I’m always fascinated when I see people on it with weighted vests or backpacks. I figure they’re probably training for a mountain adventure and wonder where. Then there are the people who brace themselves with their arms, completely taking out any difficulty. And finally there was one guy who was the most interesting of all. He’d climb the stairs sideways (not the exciting part) but then he’d do a full 360, while moving on the stairs! Do not try this at home. I runfess I might have tripped on my own stepmill because I was rubbernecking at him.
Remember my “no-spend January”? I’m doing it as a way to balance out the damage I’ve already done. I runfess My name is Marcia and I’m an Athletaholic. Apparently when you spend copious amounts at Athleta you get letters from the president, on fancy stationery adorned with tasteful metallic trim, complete with a sustainably-wrapped “treat” card, so you can shop even more. You’re one of their “very best customers,” after all. Is this the active person’s equivalent to a compulsive gambler having their room comped in Vegas?
I runfess I’m doing a February plank challenge over on the MHS Facebook page. I’m going to start basic and add variations each week. You are invited to join me. All you have to do is like the page and post your daily progress. The fun gets underway on Feb 1. Oh and there may be goodies from my prize closet.
Alright your turn: What would you runfess? What would you tell me over coffee?
I can only really runfess that I’ve already given up on my aim to run 2020 km this year as I just have not got enough weekly miles in. It’s fine though. And also I runfess that I am really pleased it’s the last day of RED January and I can stop trying to get in 10,000 steps every single day as that was HARD (and sometimes DULL). Back to weekly totals but I will try to get out for some kind of a walk every day still. Happy February – enjoy your planks!
You always have such interesting stories from the gym! The stepmill makes me nervous even just walking on it regularly. Thats pretty cool that Athleta sent you a note and gift!
Who takes their phone into a sauna?! Isn’t it supposed to be a place to relax and rest the mind? You definitely have a high percentage of crazy people at your gym! Poor Marcia, the things you have to put up with!
Love the plank challenge idea! I’m not on Facebook – is there a chance that you tell us a bit in your blog about the challenge?
OMG…your gym experiences would make for a great sit-com, like a “Seinfeld at the Gym.” I’ll join you with planking…such a great way to build those core muscles!
I had an Athleta giftcard from Christmas for $50. The possibilities were endless! Or not…I ended up leaving with a tank! I wanted more but like you, I’m feeling the pain from Christmas and couldn’t pull the trigger to buy more.
I really get a kick out of all your gym stories. I can’t believe that people are so odd, lol 😂
Can you believe I’ve never purchased anything from Athleta?? That needs to change because their stuff is so cute!
There’s multi-tasking, then there’s trying to do too much! Wow on the Athleta card. I runfess that most of my now-work wardrobe is theirs — and I have some Athleta dreses I do wear to work, but the gear lasts so long I don’t shop that often. And, sometimes I go in the store and want it ALL while other times I am just not inspired. It is my go-to store though. Maybe you can inspire me with how you spend that card. 😉
I am very glad I don’t belong to your gym. I’m not sure I’d ever recover from the sights in your locker room.
Apparently I do not spend nearly enough at Athleta — Skirt Sports may be a different story — I must tell Mr. Judy this. 🙂
I have to come to your gym one day if only for the entertainment value! So much goes on there in a nutty sweaty way! I can relate on the compulsive exercise wear buying. Athleta and Lulu get a lot of traffic around here. I assume you get the Fit Pro discount? I tell my husband it’s my work uniform. Thanks for the runfessions! Will check out the plank challenge
Never bought anything at Athleta.
Now running shoes. That’s a different story.
My gym is pretty boring compared to yours.
There’s no shortage of strange people.
Athleta was my go-to until Inknburn. Loving Lululemon since I bought the vest on my Christmas list. So many choices, not enough space or money. Lol.
Ohhh…yes to the plank challenge! I will check it out. I need a good kick in the pants to get back in the planking habit. I just do the same boring stuff all the time.
I have to say… your gym is chock full of characters! I think I would have fallen off the stepmill rubbernecking if I saw what you did that day. That takes some talent!
That women sounds incredibly inconsiderate. I mean, I’m not crazy modest, but I don’t know if I would engage in topless walking lunges!
Honestly, I’m not sure which is crazier – the guy warming up his squash gear or the sauna woman using the pool to rinse off!?! You seriously have some of the funniest gym stories!
You can never go wrong with Athleta 😉
I’m looking forward to your plank challenge!
Ughhhh, gross. I would be repulsed (but maybe also a tad impressed by the multi-tasking part..).
I’m actually thinking of doing the treadmill or stairmaster with a weighted backpack! (I’m planning on hiking the Enchantments trail with my friend later this year and we wanna be prepared! 😛 ) I absolutely would’ve tripped while staring too if someone at my gym did that sideways 360 thing, haha.
I might add the plank challenge to my challenges – what’s one more? 😂😂😳 I won’t be doing any challenges that involves those step-mill machines though – I can just see myself missing a step and well, let’s just say it will look less pretty than if I were doing lunges naked and brushing my teeth! 🤣😬 You definitely have some characters at your gym!