Yes, ladies and gentlemen, I am officially giving up on my quest to dunk a basketball. As glorious of a goal as it seemed at first, it's just not worth it to me anymore. I didn't get very far and I feel like I'm losing everything I gained with my running.
So, to celebrate, I ran 5 miles today! It was not pleasant, but at least I know I'm not quite back to square one.
Dunking is overrated anyway. At least if you're a runner you can get away from stuff real fast!
Posted by: Tom | February 18, 2006 at 10:03 PM
True. There aren't many other applications for dunking ability.
Seriously, I realized that I'd probably lose whatever I gained in a few months anyway, whereas I hope to keep running until forced to stop.
Posted by: Bill | February 18, 2006 at 10:35 PM
I find running to be a great way to get my head clear and think through things. When I can't run I feel very tense. "My name is Tom and I'm an endorphin addict!"
Posted by: Tom | February 19, 2006 at 12:57 PM
I agree with you guys...running is fun. I usually run at night when traffic is fairly light & there aren't many others out and about. I spend the time praying and thinking. I have, so far, refused to bring a radio with me. It is my quiet time. No kids, no music, no wife (luv ya dear), no distractions.
Posted by: ken | February 20, 2006 at 12:22 PM
I have brought an mp3 player with me on occasion, but I actually find it to be a distraction. It does get a little boring when you're running an hour or more, though.
Posted by: Bill | February 20, 2006 at 03:21 PM