How to GIT PUMPED aka My Running Jams
In my last post, 10 Ways to Stay Outdoorsy in the Office , I mentioned music as being a way to connect with the outdoors, which it is. Not mentioned, however, is the influence music can have on your outdoor activities. I recently took up running, a sport which I had previously held in disdain, as it makes me hurt. In the past year or so, however, I've noticed that I've expanded a bit, and parts of me jiggle now that never did before. This is a problem. Here's a break-down of what's going on: The problem: I'm now a chunk. The culprit: A severe lack of cardio and a lot of sitting in an office. Also junk food. The cure: More cardio and a better diet. The question: How do I get my lazy butt to move and lose weight? The answer: Music! And by removing soda from my diet and bringing lunches to work, but that's not what this post is about. I chose running for a few reasons. The first is that my best friend is a runner ( hey Andrew ), and he has always bee...