When I don't do my daily ten miles - I feel like absolute crap! Any

[Southsideirish]

other exercise junkies out there who go through withdrawal on rainy days, etc. when you can't get out there on the trail? It sucks!!! I'm climbing the walls, emotionally.

[Misunderestimator]

1. Yeah... but I do most of my working out indoors...

I gave up the outdoors... Here in Florida, too damn hot... and I end up breaking into some freakish heat rash if I go running outside. I rely on my treadmill and stationary bike for the most part.

[rumguy]

2. Exercise is good for the soul

Keep up it up!

[patriotvoice]

3. Not withdrawal, but I notice the absence...

...and I hate running.

"Love - Hate. Hate - Love. Just like for Mamma, no?"
"But I didn't hate my mother; it was an accident."

[candy]

4. I have a daughter just like you and I don't get it!!!

Therefore no advice.

She runs and runs and runs and I am amazed.

I thought having three kids would slow her down,but nooooooooo !

[Southsideirish]

9. Well, it IS kind of crazy but I'm driven to do it as I think it is good

for me, emotionally and physically, and it feels so wonderful after I finish when those wonderful endorphins are flooding my system.
Also, on the way home I am so proud of myself that I'm on cloud 9 for the rest of the day. Sleep much sounder, too.
Only downside is antsy-ness on "no run" days, black toenails, and occasional knee problems.

[candy]

14. We're in Massachusetts and when it's too icy my daughter swims at the

local Y----God knows how many laps but it's her alternative to running.

[TEXASYANKEE]

5. What happens ...

... if you go out in the rain? Do you melt?
:-)

(Just kidding! I know it's bad for the running shoes and all. But perhaps you could put on a really old pair and still go outside? I hate to be cooped up inside, too, and that's what I do.)

[Misunderestimator]

8. But you're right actually...

When I lived in upstate NY, I used to run outside in the dead middle of winter... my ski mask would be frozen solid by the time I got home, and I had gortex running shoes. Where there's a will, there's a way.

[Pithlet]

32. Now, that's just insane.

Although now that I think about it, I can't talk. I've gone running when the heat index was well over a hundred, and 90% humidity. Running can be damned addictive.

I don't run as much anymore post-babies. I just don't have the time, and I hate those jogging strollers. I hit the treadmill sometimes when the kiddos are napping, but it just isn't the same.

[Southsideirish]

12. I definitely run in the rain - its great to do so - no lightning, though!

That could be bad and its the only thing that will make me stop, turn around and go home. Today my running buddy wanted to take a day off and I didn't want him to feel bad by going out by myself. His feet are hurtin' today.

[trof]

6. Yeah. Only 3 miles, and I walk.

But I had the blahs this a.m. and blew it off.
Now I've still got the blahs AND I feel guilty.

[belladonna]

7. I've been going through withdrawal for close to a year now

Some days it bothers me more than others. For me, it was a great outlet for stress and I haven't found a comparable substitute so far. I'd like to think that after my knee surgery I'll be able to get back into it, but not getting my hopes up TOO much. :hi:

[sundog]

11. hey there!

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[belladonna]

15. SUNDOG!!!

I've missed ya, sweetie :hug:

[sundog]

18. i missed my fellow losers :)

I'm passed peak tourist season now, so I can do something besides just eat & sh*t & work... good to see you :hug:

[belladonna]

22. Good to see ya back

DULL just hasn't been the same without you and I heard Teddy_Salad's been pining away for his dance partner :evilgrin:

[sundog]

23. I'll be on later tonight...

it's getting into dinner now & after (coincidentally) it's my running night -- I'll check back later :)

[DieboldMustDie]

31. I use a Nordic Track ski machine several times a week;

it's much easier on the knees than jogging. You might also consider swimming. ;)

[sundog]

10. yeah, I run 3x a week...

if I don't do it, I feel like crap... not so much physically, but mentally -- like I'm being lazy or something

[Southsideirish]

13. Exactly - I feel like a real slug. A veritable 300 lb couch potato!

[sundog]

16. there's also a level of self flagellation involved for not doing it...

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[belladonna]

17. Hey now!!

No turning this into a sex thread :D

[sundog]

20. you're bad already lol

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[Elidor]

19. For me it's disc golf

Gotta have my daily fix. Weekends are for caving and hiking. I also golf in the rain, provided there's no lightning.

Just bought a portable disc golf target today. Now if there's a bad storm, I can practice my putt in my girlfriend's living room! :evilgrin:

[MrScorpio]

21. You're addicted to endorphins

Works just like heroin

[Southsideirish]

24. Where did you see that? The whole notion of endorphins is widely

disputed but I know its true!

[MrScorpio]

26. I saw it somewhere on cable, I think Discovery

Here's a link.

http://www.google.com/search?q=%22endorphin+addiction%22&ie=UTF-8&oe=UTF-8

[Misunderestimator]

28. Gotta LOVE those endorphins...

at least they're natural! :bounce:

[zanana]

25. What's the matter with you?

Ten miles? I don't DRIVE that far!

[jpgray]

27. Daily ten miles! Wow

I only do three days a week, 25-50 miles. So 7-8-10 or 13-17-20.

[Ramsey]

29. Not quite as ambitious as you

But I do feel bad if I don't get to the gym several times a week. I have really gotten into lifting (watch out guys, Ramsey is getting buff!). I should do more cardio, but the weights just lure me in every time.

Hell, I should be there right now, but the luxury of getting home early for a change was too irresistible today!

[Deja Q]

30. Yeow!! Ten miles per day has got to be a lot!

I barely get two when all is said and done...

Apart from pacing or popping pills (which I wouldn't recommend doing), I don't know what to suggest.