Forums >General Running>Runners that take themselves too Seriously
I know some runners who fit the mold that you describe. It's sometimes hard for me personally not to get sucked in by it. I just smile and nod, and thank goodnes that racing doesn't make me miserable like that. The point about finding some new partners (while not abandoning your old ones) is a good one, if it's feasable. Hstreet also hit the nail on the head with the comment on aging. It's not easy slowing down due to age (I'm living it). Some people get perspective from it, others don't. If I can just mention my pet peeve .... that's people who always have an excuse for not running as fast as they think they should have. That's one thing about racing that I love. The clock doesn't lie. My time on thgat day is what I had (all things considered). If I'm gonna complain about it, I need only look in the mirror for the person to blame. Too slow? I should have run faster. Period. Blaming your shoes or the course or the weather or other runners is just whining, IMO. Good running to you hup