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posted: 4/22/2008 at 7:53 PM
modified: 4/22/2008 at 7:59 PM
The 53 Runner’s Commandments

I like #52.

Tom
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" RehabCheffyRehab"
posted: 4/22/2008 at 9:11 PM
Thanks Tom~

Just what I needed to read today. I should print and hang them in a place I see them everyday.

Smile
"People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within.”

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posted: 4/22/2008 at 9:13 PM
# 52 should definitely be in the top 3.
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Funky Monkey
posted: 4/22/2008 at 10:27 PM
modified: 4/22/2008 at 10:37 PM
Isn't a list of 53 rules that contains a rule eschewing complication oxymoronic?

Or is it antithetical?

Confused
It's all fun and games until the flying monkeys attack.
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Village Idiot
posted: 4/22/2008 at 11:18 PM
52 definitely should be higher, at least from my limited knowledge base.

I also liked #22, and probably should take #19 to heart.

Chris
Chris
5K PR: 29:58 (6/6/2008); HM PR: 2:09:24 (9/21/08)

2009 Goals Run 1500 miles
Run a Marathon in May and MCM in October
PR at all distances
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Runs With Snowplows
posted: 4/22/2008 at 11:26 PM
I like 24 and 41...I got my first AG award on my first race in the 35-39 group...I think I just got lucky to be less slow than 4 of the 7 gals out there. I'm not gonna get too accustomed to this occurrence. Wink
Kirsten

Ladies Locker Room

.: 2008 Goals :.
• Run 1500 miles
• October 5 - 1st marathon - Milwaukee Lakefront - in my home state of WI
• PRs: 5k ~ 15k ~ 25k
• 1st trail race
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posted: 4/23/2008 at 12:36 AM
Printed and hangin' on the wall. Thanks!
$$$ Take me to the Top!$$$
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Running Partner
posted: 4/23/2008 at 1:01 AM
Quote from Trent on 4/22/2008 at 10:27 PM:
Isn't a list of 53 rules that contains a rule eschewing complication oxymoronic?

Or is it antithetical?

Confused


Perhaps it's antipodal or eschewing obfuscation

Either way I like #25

By the way, this list needs some refinement as I don't see any mention of garlic.

Great post Tom!
Illegitimis non carborundum
2008 goals:
1) run a fall marathon (Indy)
2) stay injury free
3) PR 5K, 10K, HM & M
4) get my kids to start running with me
clindsey
posted: 4/23/2008 at 1:28 AM
Looks like this list has been around a while. Good luck finding a pay phone to put that quarter in when you need a ride home Smile
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Runs With Snowplows
posted: 4/23/2008 at 1:31 AM
Quote from clindsey on 4/23/2008 at 1:28 AM:
Looks like this list has been around a while. Good luck finding a pay phone to put that quarter in when you need a ride home Smile


I was thinking that, too...plus there are no public phones anywhere near most of the places I run. That's why my cell goes with me everywhere.... Smile
Kirsten

Ladies Locker Room

.: 2008 Goals :.
• Run 1500 miles
• October 5 - 1st marathon - Milwaukee Lakefront - in my home state of WI
• PRs: 5k ~ 15k ~ 25k
• 1st trail race
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26.2
posted: 4/23/2008 at 1:59 AM
Excellent Tom ! Thanks for that!! Cool
I wish the real world would just stop hassling me
Mr Inertia
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Heck of a Guy
posted: 4/23/2008 at 6:53 PM
modified: 4/25/2008 at 6:21 PM
very cool.

#14 really struck a chord with me. At my last HM a few weeks ago I was really wrapped up in finally breaking 2 hours. My mom was there to watch and she can barely walk. Just before the gun went off, realized how lucky I was to be able to run, regardless of which side of 2 hours I finished on.

MTA: I did in fact go sub 2:00 Cool
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" RehabCheffyRehab"
posted: 4/23/2008 at 10:07 PM
Quote from Mr Inertia on 4/23/2008 at 6:53 PM:
very cool.

#14 really struck a chord with me. At my last HM a few weeks ago I was really wrapped up in finally breaking 2 hours. My mom was there to watch and she can barely walk. Just before the gun went off, realized how lucky I was to be able to run, regardless of which side of 2 hours I finished on.


So Very True indeed. I try to tell myself that every time I get out there, and wonder why it just doesn't feel easier to me, and let the frustration of that thought take over the run. You gave me some great food for thought with that, and I am glad you shared that with us, especially now that I think I am going to try for a Half by the late fall.

Thanks~
Wink

"People are like stained-glass windows. They sparkle and shine when the sun is out, but when the darkness sets in, their true beauty is revealed only if there is a light from within.”

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posted: 4/24/2008 at 12:56 PM
Thanks a lot Tom ! Smile
Targets 2008:

10 km sub 45 (DONE !! 30/03/08 43:39)
10 miles sub 1:10 (DONE !! 06/07/08 1:09:30)
HM sub 1:40 (DONE !! 19/04/08 1:37:31)
M sub 4:00 (DONE !! 20/06/08 3:37:20)
starfish1000
posted: 4/25/2008 at 3:18 AM
Thanks Tom!

I just printed a copy and tacked it next to my running calendar.

Kris
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