The Best Shows To Watch While Working Out

[caption id="attachment_831863" align="alignleft" width="1068"] Bigstockphoto.com/young people exercisinng a cardio on treadmill running machine in modern gym[/caption] Have you noticed that there are some days you can just run longer, cycle faster, climb higher and go harder at the gym than others, but you went into the gym feeling about the same energy level on the days you cut your workouts short and the days you picked up speed? The secret ingredient that kept you going on your more impressive days could have been the stimuli—either in the form of the music you were listening to, the book you were reading on your tablet, or the show you were watching. Certain shows just energize us, uplift us, motivate us and inspire us. While others can slow us down, depress us, and just make us want to crawl back into bed with ice cream. Picking the right TV show could help you work out longer. Here are the best shows to watch on the treadmill (or the fitness equipment of your choosing). [caption id="attachment_831864" align="alignleft" width="422"] Nbc.com.[/caption]

“The Biggest Loser”

If fear tactics work well on you, then watch this show. You will want to make sure you never get into a position where you’d need the help of the professionals on that program. And, you’ll feel a little better about yourself for making the preventative choice to exercise regularly.           [caption id="attachment_831865" align="alignleft" width="500"] Suzeorman.com[/caption]

“The Suze Orman Show”

If you want a general kick in the butt that reminds you to keep your life together, watch “The Suze Orman Show.” She’ll talk about subjects you can’t afford to ignore (pun intended) like getting out of credit card debt and ensuring you’ll qualify for a home loan one day. But she’ll also talk about how other areas of your life could be influencing your spending habits (including your fitness, sometimes!). [caption id="attachment_831866" align="alignleft" width="420"] Foodnetwork.com[/caption]

“Healthy Appetite With Ellie Krieger”

Sometimes the overwhelming task of making healthy food at home in order to supplement your workouts can be daunting. But nutritionist Ellie Krieger makes it all feel a lot easier with her delectable, easy-to-make and healthy recipes. She also goes over how to eat healthy at times when it’s not so easy (like parties and sports games).         [caption id="attachment_831867" align="alignleft" width="418"] Tlc.com[/caption]

“What Not To Wear”

On this show, the two fashion gurus, Stacy London and Clinton Kelly, give a contestant $5,000 under one condition: that contestant throws out their current (pitiful) wardrobe and buys a new one, based on their rules and tips for that person’s body and lifestyle. It’s wildly entertaining, and may motivate you to work out harder so you can reward yourself with a shopping trip!         [caption id="attachment_831868" align="alignleft" width="420"] Millionairetv.dadt.com[/caption]

“Who Wants To Be A Millionaire”

Something about watching someone else win a ton of money (or lose it) keeps you so engaged that you won’t even notice how long you’ve been on that electric bike. You’ll also stay distracted trying to guess the answers yourself.           [caption id="attachment_831869" align="alignleft" width="420"] Discovery.com[/caption]

“Naked And Afraid”

You’ll stop feeling bad for yourself for having to stay on the treadmill when you watch naked people try to survive and use their physical skills to fight for their lives in the wild.             [caption id="attachment_831870" align="alignleft" width="555"] Explorepartsunknown.com[/caption]

“Anthony Bourdain: Parts Unknown”

Our relationship with food has been thrown off. Food should be something that fuels us, something that embodies culture, and something that’s adventurous. Anthony Bourdain brings a lot of that to life on his show. And watching him travel to unique corners of the world will keep you entertained for those last few miles on the elliptical. [caption id="attachment_831871" align="alignleft" width="596"] Cbs.com[/caption]

“The Amazing Race”

Here’s another show that will make you feel pretty silly for pitying your treadmill-pounding self. If people on this show can complete the immensely trying physical and mental challenges they have to for a chance to win $1 million, you can keep climbing those stairs for another 20 minutes.   [caption id="attachment_831872" align="alignleft" width="420"] Netflix.com[/caption]

“Unbreakable Kimmy Schmidt”

Why? Because it’s hilarious. But more than that, it is a story of a woman who manages to stay positive, still believe good things can happen in life and work really hard to build a life she loves after overcoming a pretty traumatizing experience. That’ll keep you running.           [caption id="attachment_831873" align="alignleft" width="420"] Netflix.com[/caption]

“Orange Is The New Black”

If you’re looking for a show that is just captivating from minute one, this is it. You’ll also realize how lucky you are to get to do things like go to the gym, wear cute workout clothes and get lunch with your friends at the trendy nearby restaurant later. You’re not locked up!           [caption id="attachment_831874" align="alignleft" width="420"] Fitforfashion.tv[/caption]

“Fit For Fashion”

“Fit For Fashion” combines physical tasks with very real moments in which the contestants have to admit to themselves the emotional/mental reasons they are out of shape. It’s entertaining and moving.             [caption id="attachment_831875" align="alignleft" width="420"] Nbcnews.com[/caption]

“Dateline”

If suspense, terror and a “Thank goodness that isn’t me” mindset takes you out of your body so you don’t even know how long you’ve been exercising, watch “Dateline.” Just get someone to walk you to your car after.             [caption id="attachment_831876" align="alignleft" width="621"] Afv.com[/caption]

“America’s Funniest Videos”

Laughter actually lowers your blood pressure and gives your body a little boost that can help you work out longer. And it will create positive associations with the gym.   [caption id="attachment_831877" align="alignleft" width="729"] Hbo.com[/caption]

“Sex And The City”

These would be re-runs, obviously, but they’re out there! The incredible fashion in this show will make you want to get in shape and the fun, quirky experiences of the women will make you want to work harder so you can reward yourself with drinks with your friends later. [caption id="attachment_831878" align="alignleft" width="420"] Sho.com[/caption]

“Homeland”

This show will keep you on the edge of your…Pilates machine? You’ll be so entranced that you’ll lose track of how many crunches you’ve done or how many steps you’ve climbed.

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