watching Food Network

I've noticed that while I am at the gym trying to melt the last of the baby pounds(plus chocolate chip cookie pounds) I migrate to the treadmill that has the clear view of the food network channel...I've also noticed that when I am running w/the reg programs...time drags on and I can barely make it through my time....BUT, when I'm watching t.v. showing yummy food, the time just flies, and I can cruise through my workout without even noticing the time and distance....I can even keep my higher pace when I am watching cooking (eating) shows that I lOOOOve (Barefoot Contessa & Mrs Paula Deen)......I'm not sure what that says about my subconscious self...but,yea, cooking channels=good workout...go figure?!