On Tue, 20 Nov 2007 08:26:26 -0500, Julia Altshuler
> wrote:

>Boron Elgar wrote:
>>
>> O, I detest exercising, too. I am really happy that there are those
>> who enjoy it and I do mine diligently and understand the health
>> benefits, but what an f'ing waste of mental time.
>
>
>The gym where I work out understands this philosophy to a fine point of
>perfection. They have a whole row of treadmills, stationary bikes, ski
>machines and stairmasters. They face a row of 10 televisions all on
>different channels. Even if you bring your own earphones and put on
>music or podcasts that you like, you can't avoid seeing the televisions
>if you have your eyes open. They have a rack of gossip rag magazines
>and remove anything I put on the rack of a more intellectual nature.
>It's as though they're saying, you must be an idiot if you want to
>exercise, and if you weren't when you came in, you'll be an idiot when
>you leave.

That is quite funny. All the gyms I have ever used have the TVs set
up. One near me has several of the treadmills and stairmasters right
next to the front window. Sidewalk to ceiling you can see those
pieces. And I can tell you that only the sleekest and most buff use
those particular machines.

I have a treadmill and recumbent bike at home and work out there - in
front of my own TV!

Once my eldest fledges, I will turn her room into an exercise area and
add something like a Bowflex to the mix.

>
>(And yet, the health benefits are undeniable. I start feeling better
>within days of taking up exercise.)

You are so right.
>
>
Boron