I find that it's easy to get set in your ways when it comes to your workouts, especially when you've created a routine that works for you. You get up, you have your coffee while you get dressed, your bag is packed with the usual fitness accessories and you hit the gym, ready to hop on your favorite machine. But what happens when you show up and the power is out at your gym (as it was for me the other day)? Or when the weight room is closed for repairs?
For some people, all that's required is a shrug and a moment to refocus on a different workout. For others, it means the workout is over.
In this week's poll, I'm asking about your experiences. Are there any deal-breakers when it comes to your workouts? Is there anything you must have to workout or are you okay with unexpected obstacles in your path? Vote in this week's poll and tell us if there's anything you just can't live without.
Besides a TV, I also need a dvd player.
I need a gym that has good childcare available otherwise my workouts during the week won’t happen. Fortunately I have that and if I am late to one class there is usually another class starting in the other gym just 15-30mins later so I can adapt easily.
My radio and something to read
I prefer to have my heart rate monitor, but can live without it. I do need a dvd player AND a TV though as that is how I workout. Without “someone” to follow, I probably would not work out everyday.
I am lost without my music! If I am with someone else it is fine, but if my battery on my ipod runs out mid run or mid workout, I find it extremely hard to keep going at the same pace.
I recently got a heart rate monitor and find also that if I don’t wear it I don’t feel as motivated. I like knowing that my heart rate is getting up to where it should be and I like having a number to look at when I am done!
My usual workouts are beach walks and hiking but when it’s raining it’s just not as much fun or as safe.
I end up going to the gym (Curves). It’s a good maintenance workout but kind of boring at least visually
My Champion 072 high impact sports bra! I can do without a lot of things during my workout but if I forget to pack my sportsbra the deal is off!