Interesting that you posted that question. I was asked by two friends recently why I run. Do you even like it? How could you like it?
One friend, in particular, wants me to walk with her. I always kindly decline, but finally, she got pushy and along with her pushiness, she asked "why do you run, anyway? why can't you walk instead?"
I told her that running is a challenge in some way. Always. Sometimes it's enough of a challenge to get out there to just do it. Sometimes, getting through the run (no matter how long or short) is the challenge. Beating a previous time or distance is a challenge. Humbly accepting the occasional weak/slow/difficult run is a challenge. And it's a great feeling to conquer it and get ready to face the next challenge.
...and honestly, I already know I can walk. I do it all the time.
My oldest son told me that he ran a 6:22 mile at school today. His good friend who he always races against in gym class finished a few seconds faster. I'm proud of him, and so excited that he is challenging himself in this way as well.
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Did a 9.2-mile run last night from 11:05 to 1:00 AM. (really got a lot of work to do!) and one of the thoughts in my mind while running was your question: "Do I even like it?"
ReplyDeleteNear the end of the run, I realized I like to do each one (i.e. bike, run, swim) individually on it's own, but not at a set distance, like for each training. I guess to fearless face my true motive: it's pride; just to say that I've done something I've always wanted to do, and prove to people that I can do it. Hmmm...crown that will not last... Anyway, I'm just hoping it will all be worth it.
Now that you know you can run, can you now bike? Swim? ;-)
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