instead of timing yourself, try portioning off the jobs. for instance, tell yourself "i'll get this thing done before i shower". or "i'll get this done before i wash the dishes". "i'll do that while i prepare my dinner". the time will take care of itself and you won't feel so rushed. also, where is your machine? maybe it needs to be closer to the .... where? kitchen? laundry? t.v.? make it easy to plop down for a few minutes at a time. one block here, one there.