Why I Run
I try to run at least 10 miles a week. I’ve been thinking a lot about why I actually do this, likely inspired by reading Born to Run.
When I run, I get time to think about the problems I’m trying to solve. But that’s not why I run.
When I run, I have a chance to work off my frustration. But that’s not why I run.
When I run, I’m getting healthier. But that’s not why I run.
When I run, I sleep more soundly. But that’s not why I run.
When I run, I get the satisfaction of not paying for a gym membership. But that’s not why I run.
When I run, I have fun talking with my running mates. But that’s not why I run.
When I run, I love getting the fresh air and sunshine. But that’s not why I run.
When I run, I discover new places. But that’s not why I run.
When I run, I’m more patient and enthusiastic with my kids. And that’s the best effect. With my super-wife traveling more and more these days, I’m home alone with two pre-schoolers every morning and every night. The days I run, I’m drained physically, but mentally I find I have much more patience with the 23 requests to go to the bathroom after being tucked in, with the 501st episode of “he hit me, ow”, with the 2 millionth time I’ve been posed the question “How come?”
When I run, I’m a better dad. Corny, but its what gets me out there every day.
You?
I think I should run Josh. Your last point sounds all too familiar.
Jim O
4 May 11 at 3:22 am
Very nice. Who knew you were a poet, too?
Yoav Shapira
4 May 11 at 11:17 am
Every Wednesday at noon Jim, join us!
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4 May 11 at 2:12 pm
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