Cross-Training vs. Technology

I find that new technology sometimes interferes with cross-training opportunities.  Two examples:

1.)  Cross-training Opportunity:  Dashing outside to chase squirrels off of the bird feeder.
       Technology:  Squirrel Baffle.  Now I'm reduced to merely chortling at the squirrels in their fruitless attempts at thievery.    
                                                     

2.)  Cross-training Opportunity:  Running around inside the house to stay warm during the winter.
       Technology:  Weatherstripping.  Just squirt it in the gaps between storm windows and frames and your need for at-home mileage will drop.