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A few days before
my Triathlon, I invested in Timex Ironman Run Trainer Triathlon GPS watch after
looking at several dozen watches; I'm still learning to work the darn thing
since it has everything you can think of on it (alarms for eating, drinking,
etc). I really settled on it because I can swim with it and most GPS watches
doesn't have this feature or only allow you to kick around in a kiddy pool. I'm
really curious how many calories are being burned during my workout so I
purchased the one with the heart rate monitor. It was quite expensive; however
essential for my current and long term fitness goals. Besides, I work hard and
shall play smart instead of stashing all my pennies in the bank...
Today, I finally parted ways with my running shoes purchased last
October which had over 3 million steps on it. My old ones were Mizuno's which I
really liked but decided to try out the Brooks Deyance since they have a DNA in
them that remembers your feet movement etc along with a gel at the heal and
sides that felt darn good during my gait analysis. My old ones were on closeout
for 60 % cheaper than the Brooks but now that I'm running doing LRs; I decided
to get the ones that felt most comfortable.
Last but not least, I finally purchased a 3-in-1 massage foam roll
which has been on my radar since 2011. It is said to be a runner's toothbrush
and we should not be without it. The foam rolls are really good for sore
muscles; I've used them in the gym and felt relief within hours. While on lunch, I also froze my Sports & Fitness Gym membership since I haven't used it
in months. I've been using my YMCA's membership which allows me to swim there
in addition to exercise. It's frozen for the next six months so I do have time
to decide what to do with it. I did look for a jump rope and hydration belt;
however, the store didn't have either of them. I'll attempt to find them before
the month ends to wrap up my shopping. What a productive lunch hour, don't you agree?
Well, that's it for now on my
fitness gifts to myself.
An very productive lunch hour indeed! It's always good to treat yourself to new gear!
ReplyDeleteThanks for stopping by Pro Gait Anaysis and commenting. It really is indeed. This is how we treat ourselves;).
DeleteOh NICE!!!! Even better than cupcakes. :)
ReplyDeleteThanks Ms. S!!! These stick around longer and not on my hips (lol).
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