“When Your Treadmill Becomes a “Dreadmill” by: Liz Neporent at Your Total Health makes a laughable point:

“When cleaning the bathroom tiles with a toothbrush and tweezing your eyebrows both seem like better choices than a date with your treadmill, it’s time to rethink your relationship. Before you begin referring to it as the “dreadmill,” change your attitude and develop a passion for going nowhere fast. Take these tips to heart so you and your machine remain on speaking terms through the winter.”

“Take advantage of the many entertainment options most gyms offer. But if your gym’s entertainment system doesn’t get your People’s Choice Award, bring your own.”

“Occasionally tuning in to your treadmill workout rather than tuning out can be a refreshing change and can help you develop your own inner rhythm. Take off the headphones, turn off the TV, cover the treadmill console and listen to the sound of your inhale, exhale, the slap of your feet, the swish of your hands swiping your sweats. Match your inhale to each stride. IN-IN-OUT-OUT-IN-IN-OUT-OUT. Let your mind get into the zone and take you away from the drudgery.”

Hopefully it never gets to this point. Here’s an idea, take an exercise field trip. When I get seriously bored, I join the local YMCA for a week, this gives me a big break from the usual and I get to “people watch”. Ask your local gym, most will arrange something. I’ve found gyms are flexible and accommodating, if you’re nice with your approach.

MikeZ – “take a field trip to a local gym”

Please consult your physician before starting any exercise or weight loss program. 
Your physician is your very best resource.