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I hate running

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I hate running. I do.  I don't apologize for that.  It is, however, my cardio of choice.  Mostly because I can buy a treadmill and not have to think too much about it.  I run 3 miles a day, 5 days a week.  In my peak, I ran 3.5 miles a day  But post baby 4 I feel good about where I am.  I have a book on running for women.  It's...interesting.  It talks about slow runs.  You know, the ones where you maybe run at a 10 minute mile or a bit faster.  Um, what???  I run a 12 minute mile...and I'm struggling!  I can barely make it!  I feel like I'm sprinting for 40 minutes!  What do you MEAN this is a "jog"????  Did I mention that I hate running? So, why do I do it?  Why do I torture myself?  I honestly don't know.  I've tried buying elliptical machines and I can never find one that doesn't hurt my feet.  I enjoy walking but it never feels like enough intensity to make a difference.  So, I run.  Ugh.  I love the feeling of accomplishment when