WHY DO YOU RUN?

25 post(s), 20 voice(s)
Voices: sewblue, ThriveFit, xcasxsiex, arnthorla, rlingur, harleyluv999, charliesrp, chaddukes, Trolllund, signalguy, faraway, Lephturn, jakjak, jjensen0110, skeena, epr79, Roddick, allenel3, oliver_k, and fatman2011

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Nov 11, 2010 9:22am sewblue 201 posts ...	I run because I like the feeling of power and strength I get from moving through space at my own speed. I like the wind in my face and the sweat pouring off me. I like what it’s done to my glutes and my legs. I’m in control of this little vehicle [ I’m 5ft 1 ]

Nov 11, 2010 2:00pm ThriveFit 1015 posts	I run as a challenge. I was the girl in school who couldn’t do the mile run, who walked it and was always last. Even for my healthy and fit self running is still a challege. That’s why I make myself do it. Pamela www.ThrivePersonalFitness.com

Nov 11, 2010 2:10pm xcasxsiex 66 posts	i run because i love the sense of accomplishment i feel when im done. i feel like i can do anything after a run where i surprise myself!

Nov 11, 2010 5:32pm arnthorla 833 posts	@PamelaH Hi I don’t mean to sound negative or be negative in any way. I was wondering that perhaps you should do a check up on your cardiovascular fitness, as this might have to do with some sort of weakness in the heart? Because you have always been weak at running, as you said? There might be a reason for this. You might get your VO2max tested, and see if it is a matter of technique, muscles, or if your cardiovascular system is the limiter. . This probably all very unlikely but I would suggest a little investigation just to be sure that there are no underlying problems. Also due to your profession in fitness, it is better to be safe than sorry. :)

Nov 11, 2010 9:38pm rlingur 23 posts	Because it is meditative and feels amazing, and also because in high school I could barely run a mile due to being overweight and out of shape – it made completing the New York Marathon feel pretty damn good in 2007 ;)

Nov 12, 2010 10:08am harleyluv999 17 posts	I love how I feel after jogging, My feeling of accomplishment after challenging myself to jog just a little faster and a little longer is Awesome! I’m not a fast runner and am comfortable jogging at my own pace. Jogging helps my stress levels, I sleep better plus the bootay, thighs and calves are not too shabby either!

Nov 12, 2010 2:44pm ThriveFit 1015 posts	No need for concern, arnthorla, I’m fine. I’ve had several tests (including a stress test) for other reasons and I’m fine. I’m just not a natural runner. I don’t necessarily enjoy it the way others do. It was really more of a mental block, letting go of those memories of the overweight unhealthy girl used to be. Pamela www.ThrivePersonalFitness.com

Nov 17, 2010 10:12pm charliesrp 2 posts	Very good post. Many interesting pieces of news and comments on running.

Dec 28, 2010 7:57pm sewblue 201 posts ...	I run because I can!

Dec 30, 2010 10:06am chaddukes 891 posts	I run….because people chase me.

Dec 30, 2010 4:20pm Trolllund 123 posts	Chaddukes LOL! ME too! and occasionally to the bathroom. . .

Dec 30, 2010 6:51pm sewblue 201 posts ...	@chaddukes – That’s worth a laugh, but why do people chase you?

Dec 30, 2010 9:55pm chaddukes 891 posts	Not sure. Perhaps I took their car keys? There are a lot of places you could go with this….but it’s late. And unfortunately, I have to work tomorrow.

Dec 31, 2010 11:57am signalguy 6 posts	Because it’s the #1 rule of zombieland.

Jan 11, 2011 4:01am faraway 4 posts	To loose weight.. And it is also good for my health.

Jan 11, 2011 9:49am Lephturn 152 posts	Because it feels great – there is something elemental and natural about running that nothing else does for me. Also it helps me lose weight, build social connections with other healthy active people, and engage in friendly competition with races.

Jan 12, 2011 6:52pm jakjak 85 posts	I’m like @ThriveFit, I run because it’s a challenge. I’ve never had a real problem with my weight or putting on muscle or doing other kinds of cardio, but running eludes me somehow. So I dive right in, and try to get my times down. Still not at all where I want to be, but I’ll get there some day.

Jan 12, 2011 6:55pm jjensen0110 21 posts	Because I need the cardio and it’s more convenient then trying to swim everyday.

Jan 22, 2011 6:47pm sewblue 201 posts ...	I saw a great quote by Monte Davis “It’s hard to run and feel sorry for yourself at the same time”

Jan 27, 2011 2:01pm skeena 36 posts	I run because it’s measureable… and I need the cardio. I run because I LOVE the music on my running playlist. I run because I don’t want to have a square butt anymore… you know.. when you have fat at the top of your butt under the small of your back..it makes my butt look square and I hate it… it’s becoming less and less square now – yipee! :-)

Jan 28, 2011 12:57pm epr79 20 posts	I run for a couple of reasons. 1st I know I only have so many beats on the old ticker and running makes it beat slower so I will be around longer. I also do it for the friendships I have gained through it. I have a group of crazies that I meet almost every morning at 5:00 to run no matter what the weather is like. If you aren’t there someone worries about you and checks up. Talk about motivation. Finally, it is a chance to clear your head and worry about basics like staying relaxed, breathing smoothly and measuring your stride. No room for work worries or kid worries or anything else.

Jan 31, 2011 11:07pm Roddick 4 posts	I run because i wanted to get my goal of losing weight…[url=http://www.guaranteedsupplements.com/]wholesale supplements[/url]

Feb 19, 2011 11:09am allenel3 7 posts	Hi all! Great topic and I love the responses. I run because: 1. I used to be good at it, I ran an 8:00 mile in high school! =-O I’d like to be “good” again. Goal is a consistent 10:00 mile. 2. I’ve actually always hated running and, instead of hating it, I want to conquer it. 3. Something so refreshing about a sweaty, exhausting run (or intervals) and hopping right in the shower afterward.

Feb 19, 2011 3:32pm oliver_k 79 posts	Nice topic. Despite the usual “I run because I can” for me it is more: I run because I couldn’t. I started with running (well walking at that time), because I was never good at it. And when I started changing my life, going on my very own diet plan – running was the choice. Why? I wanted to improve by pure will and body power. Running needs no fancy hightech gear, running can be done anytime – anywhere. On top of all these logical reasons, there is this fascination of running, letting you rmind go, concentrating on yourself and your body. And, as allenel3 said, you can’t really compare the feeling of a shower after a good, long and exhausting run. Off to go running now :-), Oliver // The K-Plan // Healthier. Fitter. Slimmer. “The K-Plan” is coming in 2011. Want to join the beta for free? http://www.the-k-plan.com/?invite=dailyburn

Jul 8, 2011 3:45pm fatman2011 5 posts	Running is one. of the best exercise. It develops your cardiovascular muscle and also increases your lung capacity. It helps to burn a lot of calories. It also strengthen your bones and muscles. Running can also be a recreational activity. you can run the miles having a look at the beauty of the road near a farm. You can run on a mountain hill. Running is fun and that is the reason why I run. :) 8)8)