What non-runners don’t get about runners:
Getting out of a warm bed in the early morning hours to go for a run in the snow. Getting out of bed while it is still dark to go run in the rain. Getting […]
Author: Roger Hollis
Air Force veteran, a veteran of 30+ years in the corporate world. Published in Medical Devices magazine. Illustrator for "1000 Ways in 1000 Days" available on Amazon. Long time runner. Author of "Running Log" also available on Amazon
Running is my …………….
Therapy “it’s a lot cheaper than a therapist. It only requires shoes, t-shirt, and shorts” Drug “and I don’t even have to sneak into the bad part of town to get it, it’s perfectly legal” […]
I’m a runner;
I run in the rain I run in the heat I run pretty slow I’m easy to beat I run on the trail I’ll run on the street I run in the snow I […]
I’m not fast
It is not uncommon when talking to a new acquaintance whom I just informed that I am a runner, to hear the questions “how fast do you run?”. First off, it’s the wrong question to […]
Running; A gateway drug:
Following up on a recent post about the question “is running a habit or an addiction?” where I concluded that the answer is “yes”, the next question is “is running a gateway drug?”. First, it […]
Are runners crazy:
At a recent meeting, the subject was habits (not the ones the nuns wear!). One meeting participant stated that she could not understand how runners could possibly get up and go out for a run […]
Funny signs seen at races
The creativity of spectators at race events is quite amazing. Here are some of my favorite signs: If it was easy, I’d do it. You look HOT when you sweat. Smile, you paid to do […]
Stressed, maybe:
Stressed? Ringing phone, lagging sales, nagging boss, want to take it out on someone? Go for a run. It’ll keep you out of jail for assault. When you come home tired and stressed out from […]
Slow runner thoughts:
It’s my mind that keeps me running, my body told me to quit 15 minutes ago. Slow runners make fast runners look good (“You’re welcome”). I’m slower than a turtle in peanut butter but I […]
Ahh Spring:
Now that spring is here, all of you indoor runners who prefer to stay inside during the winter months, can now abandon the treadmill at the gym or in the basement and venture back into […]