The other day a co-worker challenged the institution of recreational running by stating, "I would never pay to run." Meanwhile, I paid to run in many races, 5K and 10K and 15K and 13.1 miles and 26.2 miles... my initial reaction the comment was defense which was followed many hours later with reflection. Why do I pay for running?
I do not enjoy running. It is okay, and much better than any day at the office except bonus day. The feeling after a solid run is good, but not the runner's high some claim. Maybe I run to stay in shape or to remain good at other sports. But, I do not need to pay to run in a race to achieve those results.
I race because I am bullied into it. I do not run races alone, rather when a friend asks me to run. There are many ways to keep in touch: some write letters, or join a softball team, or enjoy libations, or play poker, or travel, and so on. Running is my way to keep in touch.
And the free t-shirts.
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