As you know, I've been contemplating training for a 10k. I mean, sure I *did* actually register for it, but that whole putting on running shoes and getting out the door and moving at a speed greater than walking part has thus far failed to materialize. I'm still committed to the event, and today I hit the under-60-day mark. Scary.
Needing some inspiration, I had to look no further than the front page of the New York Times last week, to a story on elderly athletes. One look at this image of 81-82 year olds taking off from the sprinting blocks, and I realized my days of flimsy excuses were over. To wit:
These men have better physiques in their Golden Years than I did in my teens. What gives?
Dear Sister,
Before you become too inspired, I suggest trying to find a picture of what they looked like at the finish line. I say this as the fellow on the right looks like he is simultaneously taking off from the sprinting block and having a heart attack.
I'm off to get McDonald's.
Love,
Your Sister
2 comments:
Run...Forrest...Run !
Let's all quit making excuses and looking for inspiration and just get out and do a few things..i.e. walk a 10K as far as you can and then reach for more the next time.
And eat 1/2 of that McD meal !
Please, I pay for the whole thing, I eat the whole thing...mwah ha ha
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