Blending Fantasy Themes with Cardio and Recovery Routines

So I’m a toxicologist by day, but my off-hours are all about diving into fantasy worlds and planning my next travel adventure. Lately, I’ve been trying to weave that love of fantasy into my fitness, especially with cardio and recovery. I’m curious has anyone found fun ways to do that? Maybe turning a steady-state run into a kind of quest, or using recovery time to visualize scenes from a favorite epic? I’d love to hear how others mix imaginative elements into their routines to keep things fresh and engaging.