AuburnChick's Adventures

If you’ve been reading my blog for very long, you know that I’m not exactly Martha Stewart.  My decorating skills leave much to be desired.

Perhaps this is just a matter of what style you prefer.  Me…I go for practicality…functionality.  A home is where you go to relax after a stressful day.  You should have your stuff around you, where it’s easy to get to.

Remember that I have a ping pong table in my den, and baskets of yarn scattered here and there.  For a while, Rockin’ Rooster’s drum set graced my dining room.

Last week, I added this to the mix:

Image 15.0 R Treadmill

Here’s a close-up of the top:

I’ve been wanting to incorporate some exercise into my schedule, but it’s really hard to find the time.  I thought that if I bought a treadmill, I could walk while I was watching TV.  Another problem I have is that when it gets cold, the tops of my ears get really cold, leading to a headache.  Of course, I’ve got my new hat I could wear, but it’s still cold outside during winter.  You just can’t avoid it.  Because I’m very, very cold-natured, walking indoors appeals to me greatly.

I was aghast when I priced these babies.  I do not have $1000 lying around waiting to be spent.  Most people don’t.  Someone suggested I try Craig’s List.  Sure.  Like my small town is going to have any listings.

Boy was I surprised.

I found two listings for the walking machines!  I researched both models and then contacted the seller of the one I deemed more worthy of my attention (one of the reviews is located here).  My email was quickly answered, and I made an offer, talking her down from $250 to $200.  A sweet deal for an item that was used about four times.

The treadmill has a fan and several different programs that allow for inclining.  It also folds up.

The gal was nice enough to deliver it since I don’t own a vehicle large enough to tote anything of this sort.

So it’s sitting in my dining room, taking up a large amount of space.  And I haven’t used it yet.  I will.  I’ve just been tired and recovering from blisters from shoes that should not be worn while subbing (lesson learned).

Rockin’ Rooster has used it three times already.  He loves it!  He’s taking Personal Fitness online at the Florida Virtual School, and he often has to run a mile.  This will be much easier for him.

I’m all about that.  Making things easier.  Just don’t tell Martha.

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