Hey, guess what guys I run. I know real shocker. My name has run in it, I mention my runs but truth be told I rarely actually talk about running all that much. This was brought to my attention by a little bird and I have to say, it is true. I honestly believed when I started this blog I would be babbling on about my runs till the dogs came home but in reality I don’t. I kind of worry about the bore factor, I mean who really cares about my running? Some people want to stay far away from running, I get that. We all have different things we love. For me, I love running. I mean love love LOVE running.
I don’t have a good reason for this, I just have a lot of delusions that kind of keep me from embracing the runner side of it. One, I feel like I would bore you. 60 mile weeks are not always filled with those freaking amazing can’t stop runs, they just aren’t. Two, I still have trouble considering myself a real runner. I know I can run but I am not fast and really not all that good. Since I stopped competing in running after freshman year of college, times lost meaning to me. I barely remember most times of the races I have run. Three, I have my running quirks.
So since I never really let you in on the ‘run within’, I decided to share some of my non-negotiable running quirks. You ready?
- I don’t keep track of the exact distance or exact time of each run. For instance, this morning I went around 9.5 miles – ish. I have a Garmin but try not to run with it more than twice a week. I don’t even wear a watch when I run anymore. I have a few routes that I know how long they are and I just modify them based on how I feel, deciding whether to up or down the distance. This is probably one of my biggest quirks because honestly I will never know if I hit more of a 65 mile week or a 60 mile week. The world may never know.
- I only wear Mizunos. Oh wait did you know this already? I think you do. First shoe I ran in and last shoe I will run in.
- I have to wear something around my waist. (Have I scared you away yet?) Molly can attest to this, I always run with something tied around my race. I don’t know if it is mental but I swear it helps my running form and helps my core stay more engaged. I sometimes do it at races, totally depends on the mood I’m in.
- I was taught by my family that before a race you have to take a shit. Wow Alex, thanks for that knowledge. But for real, they say this arabic phrase every time we head to the Falmouth Road Race. That has been ingrained in me and now before a race, it has to happen.
- I run best in the morning, I bet you could guess that. If I am not running with someone, if it hits 2 pm there is no way a run will happen for that day. I honestly do not understand how I did in high school. Since college, morning time is my time.
- I don’t do out and back routes. Never ever ever. That is one reason track kills me. I need a change of scenery so all my routes are loops that give me minimal time on the same path.
- I have never tapered for a half. Most of my races I have hit my 60 mile week the week before. Again, this goes back to that non legit runner in me. Races are just runs to me, runs on a new path in a new place.
- I don’t eat before my runs or during my runs. I think this is primarily due to my sensitive stomach but eating before a run ensues some major problems throughout it. Even races, I barely can stomach anything before. Races I tend to eat jelly beans during the race or swedish fish or sweet tarts but not a whole ton.
- A bush can be used. You know what I mean. I would say 4/6 runs a week I do I use a bush. Sorry team to let you in on this but in the morning sometimes you just have to go.
- I overdress and underdress. Let me explain. I have only worn pants running two times this year, TWO TIMES. I wear shorts in most anything but totally overdress up top. Like three to four layers. Oh and gloves are a must, I hate cold hands. Every race I will bring throw away gloves because I need to at least start with them.
Hopefully I didn’t bore the heck out of you, now you all know the runner within. The crazy, quirky runner within.
Question: What are some of your running or exercise quirks?
Woah. It’s scary how similar we are when we run. Literally, I could write this exact same post (and was planning on doing a whole post on why I don’t wear my garmin when I run). I’m not even going to bore you by going through each point and proving it. Just know that we’re the same exact runner except you do some crazy awesome mileage. And I know it won’t change anything, but I believe you’re a real runner and that you have some pretty good times.
All of this is just proof that we need to run together soon. Real soon.
I had no idea you didn’t run without a Garmin, i guess I just never grew up running with it. My coach always made us run without watches to feel the distance, it was odd but kind of cool. Like she would say go hit 8 miles and we just would somehow do it. Loved it and totally taught me to listen to my body with running.
I think you are the real kind of ‘real runner’. You run because you love it, why not do something you love? Just because I don’t go to a studio any more, or haven’t danced professionally since infancy doesn’t mean I am not a dancer, you know? It sounds like you’re running comes from your heart, exactly where it should be. I think its pretty awesome.
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I myself am starting to make changes in my own journey, including exploring running. I love it and want to see what I can do, where running takes me in life, mentally and emotionally. I loved what you said about races, just runs on a new path in a new place. It seems like that applies to more than running, but life in general. Each day, each trial is a race. Anyway, it just really spoke to me. I wrote it down in my phone to remind myself of that (is that creepy? Oh well
This comment made my day girl. I just never give myself enough credit, I always saw myself as just a casual runner who does it for those stress relieving morning. I hope you keep that phrase on your phone, it really makes the stress and anxiety of races diminish.
I really liked this post! So funny and so relatable!!! You sound like a real runner to me
Thank you, I do have some strange quirks but hey I love it
I loved this post Alex – we have lots in common with running too
. I know what you mean about going in the afternoon, I much prefer to have my running done by the morning as it sets me up for the day. In terms of eating before, I don’t if it is really early (usual runs are 5.45am) but if it is after 9 I will have a Trek bar before with some tea about an hour before I head out. I have learned the hard way that I cannot eat PB before a run, makes me feel awful!
I have learned there are foods that I do not agree with at all, one time before practice we had ice cream HOLY MOSES NEVER AGAIN. that is all i have to say about that. man I wish we could run together!
It would be awesome, though I think I might struggle to keep up with your mileage
. I’m more of a 5-7 mile girl myself! I had ice cream and dates before the gym once. I powered through on the cross trainer after I got through the sickness!
I still wish we were closer, I could dig a nice 7 miler with you!
See that sounds perfect to me! We’d have to have portable speakers so we could rock out to the same songs while running though!
Amen. let’s do it
Just need to combat this ocean thing that’s between us
Question: What exactly do you wear around your waist?
I never run with music. It throws me off track & then I end up tripping over my own feet. Not good.
Like shirt… you know like moms would do. Yes, a mom. I just started running with music and it has actually helped me, although I have to watch myself about speeding up and slowing down
SO MANY QUIRKS you’re a freak. but i love you anyway. oh and i always say “PBR!” (poop before running) before a race. must be done, especially if it’s a long race. 5ks don’t really require a pbr but everything else…make sure ya shit.
You do? are we meant to be? I mean everyone else will hate us as we go to the porter potties but at least I am not alone. PBR away lady. I didn’t scare you away yet which is good
Thank you for sharing your quirks with us Alex! They are what makes you, you.
I had fun writing this, got to embrace what you have.
I got much stronger running without a watch. I tend to do about half my runs outdoors without one or just turn it off and then turn it back on when I’m done…thus capturing the time but not while I’m running. And yeah I normally use a bush too because ain’t nobody got time to go into a McDonald’s to use the restroom.
I have to have something in my hand when I run. Normally a cell phone or keys…
That is really funny about holding something… I actually ran a half marathon carrying my phone which at first freaked me out but hey I PRed. My coach used to make us all run without watches and say go x amount of miles and make us kind of feel the miles. I have been so good at knowing how long things are after that.
Although I think I would be frozen past death right now if I spent my whole winter running in shorts, I’m sooooo much happier when I do. I’m often seen running down the road doing the “gotta pull my pants up” boogie. Not fun.
You are the only reason I feel comfortable stopping in the bush. It doesn’t happen all that much anymore now, thankfully.
And I HATE running with things around my waist.
But mizuno love!! And thank you for writing this post. It’s your running quirks that make me love you as a runner. It’s your real world quirks that make me love you for being you.
Ya, i do have a bit of crazy with the shorts but we really never got any serious cold. I think I only regretted that decision once. I hate pants, they make my thighs chafe. ouch. I am glad I brought the bush comfort, kind of made me really happy. I do have no life….
I don’t know how your legs don’t freeze off! I think you definitely sound like a real runner to me. And thanks for posting the 1, 2 Step video. That song is going to r stuck in my head all day now. My first dance solo song when I was like 10, hahaha.
Ok, that music video was like my favorite back in the day so I had to bring it back. My legs never really get too cold. I am odd though, no lie
These were so fun to read! Honestly, at this point, I listen to my body. I used to think that if I didn’t run the entire time, my work out was a bust. Now, if my body needs to walk, I walk!
Smart move! I like not having an exact plan because it allows me to go with how I feel.
I have to have a running plan schedule on my calendar. If not, I am way more likely to just skip my run. It also helps to have a goal race in mind. I am becoming accustomed to the fact that walking during a run is okay if my body really needs it.
That is something great to let yourself do, pushing our body only does so good. Even if others say the opposite. Some people need a strict schedule, I just can’t.
So funny, I was seriously thinking about you the other day!! I was like you know, Alex from the RUN within NEVER talks about running, what is that? You should talk about it more, because this post was great!!
I can also only run in the morning and the only time I eat is on runs longer than 8 miles.
I know, It is funny because someone else brought it up. I will try and do more I just feel like people will get bored silly! My twitter is more of a running twitter… haha
I HATE wearing running pants! So pointless. Our coach really is a proponent of tights so I guess it makes sense but it makes me angry. What kind of mizunos do you wear?
I hate all running legging things. My legs need to be free! haha. I wear Mizuno Inspires but I have also worn the Wave Riders. I have since I started.
I never wear a running watch or anything either! I just go with how I feel!
That is awesome, not many people do that now a days
I’m not a runner but all your quirks seem quite logical to me! I share a lot of the same feelings as you do when it comes to working out in general. I too, HAVE to work out in the morning. Afternoons just don’t do it for me. Even when I have worked out later in the day – it’s not the same. And the bathroom – must go beforehand! HAHA!
Some people just are more motivated in the morning, I am one of those people. Amen, bathroom first.
YOU sound like a runner to me. I have similar running quirks such as not knowing my exact pace and distance. Not liking got run there and back. I’m gonna have to talk to you about great running routes here in DC : )
I need some direction!
OH PLEASE i am still looking for some new routes, I need an exploring buddy
I have to echo the question of what you’re wearing around your waist – do you tie a sweater around, wear a belt…? Just curious :-p
While I don’t run too often anymore, I like reading about your approach! Also with you on running in the morning – weight lifting and intervals I can do in the afternoon, but if I want to do a long run (aka: anything more than 3 miles) it has to happen right when I wake up or it’s not happening.
No it is a shirt, I don’t know why I didn’t mention that. Long runs def have to happen in the morning. When it comes lifting I can do that in the afternoon, intervals… ehhhh
Honestly, I never call myself a real runner either – even though both of us definitely should! I think that’s what I like about runners…we tend to be pretty modest. I really need to stop running with my Garmin…it definitely keeps me from relaxing on runs. I’m not really sure if this is a quirk, but I tend to have pretty awful form…my arms do this chicken-looking thing.
You are right, runners kind of play the low key card a lot. You should try some runs without the Garmin, it will be freeing. I swear. My coach taught me to run watchless which totally changed my running approach
This is great. We all definitely have our quirks. I guess you could say that mine is that I’m a wimp when it comes to exercising
For me it’s that I always have to have a headband on (kind of like your around the waist thing). I like the pressure of it being there, and it kind of makes me feel complete, ya know? I feel so strange without one… Kind of “off.”
OH ME TOO totally forgot, I always wear a headband of some sort. I can’t stand not having anything on my head. I totally forgot that one
Loved reading about your running quirks! I think you’re a little crazy for not calling yourself a runner though…I think if anything not keeping track of time and mileage is what makes you a true runner. You run just to run, which is pretty awesome!
Thank you, I think not doing a ton of races keeps me from calling myself a runner
Haha love this!! I dont run often, but when I do ANYTHING I need exercise. Even when Im warming up for my soccer game. I dont sit and chat with the rest of the girls, Im listening to my itouch, getting into the mode!
That is awesome, I have to say music has a way of pumping me up and getting my speed up.
Hahaha some of those quirks are very essential! I don’t think this post was boring at all- you should write more about your runs if you’d like of course. It inspires wanna-be runners like me!
I think i will start to, I can’t believe it took me this long to really embrace that i should
So freaking true about the shit hahahaha. And DEFINITELY a mizuno girl too!
yep, my family knows about their shit. Woo fellow Mizuno lovers make me happy
speaking of mizuno’s I think u missed me instagram in which I told you I GOT A PAIR!!!!! You should be proud
AHHHHHHHH i did, glad you told me now because I am now one happy lady.
omg I laughed so hard at the one about pooping before a race…
hey, it works. I am telling you.
Ha! This is awesome & I can agree with so many of these! I ALWAYS have to go to the bathroom before a race, I don’t feel “right” otherwise. I usually exercise on an empty stomach 1st thing in the morning also. Another thing, I have a very long torso & my shirts HAVE to be long-enough to cover it otherwise I cannot focus on my workout. We all sound a bit OCD
Whatever it takes!
I always wear long shirts when I run or workout too. I hate them being too short. We are very similar in that regard
Love these running quirks! I think everyone has them—it reminded me a lot of my sister, who was a competitive cross-country runner. She knew where all the public bathroom facillities were in our town, and all the most secluded bushes
YEP THAT Is me NO JOKE I know exactly where those places are and the bathrooms to use and ones not to use. bushes you can see in and ones you can’t. oh its bad…
LOL – I love this! Your quirks are far from boring – if anything, they’re hilarious and endearing. Quirks and idiosyncracies are what make people interesting, so it’s awesome that you’re sharing this with us!
And girl, I’d love to hear the Arabic phrase about dropping a deuce before a good run (I bust out random Arabic phrases all the time, and I can’t tell you how many times I’ve yelled “Khullas!” when I’m totally done with someone/something).
I need to learn how to spell it, I have no idea how to spell it in english to put on here. I will have to ask my aunts, they always say it – it sounds like shook if that helps at all. haha.
That really is the BEST way to run (not tracking your mileage) I always found when I knew how many miles I was doing I would over-do it or push myself instead of just listening to my body. Def makes things more enjoyable
so true, I think that is one reason I feel no need to do exact times or distances. makes it more of what I should do then what I feel like doing
Haha great quirks…..I only run in Asics- if it ain’t broke, don’t fix it, right!
Couldn’t agree more!
I have to wear shorts on runs too– otherwise I feel way too constricted! How old were you when you started running? Do other people in your fam run?
I started running my freshman year in high school. For winter track – I didn’t join cross country till my junior year in high school. both my parents were big runners but when we hit elementary school both had stopped running due to mom – knee and dad – just overall couldn’t do it anymore
Not a real runner? Tell me you’re kidding! You run because you love it. You run with your heart. You run because it feels good. What’s more real than that? Times, distance, paces, and all that other technical mumbo jumbo has nothing to do with being a real runner – that’s something that comes from the inside, and girl, you’ve definitely got it!
Thanks girl, you are right. Now I need to start thinking that!
Haha I totally agree with taking a shit before you run. It’s completely, 100% necessary. And I think it’s so interesting that you have to have something around your waist, too!
And as for not considering yourself a runner, I want to tell you about an article I read in Runner’s World (you may have read this, too?). It talked about the moment when someone becomes “a runner”. How they explained it was this: Once you run a race, you are considered a runner.
While I agree with this, I also think that runners are just people that make running a regular, frequent part of their life. I would definitely consider you a runner, Alex. No doubt about it!
I agree, I think runners are ones who do it to run not for i have to workout I guess I will do this. Or at least for me that is what I like about my running. taking a shit before a race is necessary, thank you for agreeing
I love love love hearing about your running. 60 miles a week is just crazy inspiring to me! I also love that you are a morning runner…and I definitely believe in taking a sh*t before a race. LOL
I know, I seriously barely talk about running except on twitter, maybe I can change that up a bit
I don’t run anymore. I used to, but I was kidding myself and hated it. But I know where you’re coming from, I started my blog thinking it would be all food and fitness, but that’s just pieces of who I am.
I love that Macklemore song! And also that you know John Butler Trio! My bf is a big fan.
John butler trio was a gem I was introduced to in college, big fan. I think people should run if they like but not sweat it if it is just not for them.
Agreed, and I know lifting weights isn’t for everyone either (it didn’t used to be for me). I just realized it’s not for me, and I gave up forcing myself to do things that I hate because I feel like I “should.” I think you “should” only do what you love.
That is a great mentality and I feel you on it. I had to do the same thing and I am glad I did.
Haha, love this, I have most definitely used a bush in times of need. It is much better than the alternative! I think it’s smart to not keep track of EXACT distances, times etc. I have an obsessive personality and I know that that stuff used to make me too competitive with myself.
Very true, I just kind of go with abouts and almosts a lot of the time. Bushes are the way to go, going into a place is hard when none are around or they lock the doors…
Yay for running quirks! I always use the potty before i head out and usually have a snack ahead of time…just started learning to chew blocks on my long runs haha so we’ll see how that goes…i love circular loops too and don’t check my time anymore till the end…only thing i care about now is distance and how i feel…not really interested in being super speedy now which is fine with me
I think it is freeing to let go of the watch and just run. When I enjoy it the most I have found
I also run best in the morning and don’t eat before or during a run. I’ve also never tapered, but I run to run, not do follow all that stuff!
I think we are very similar with that. Morning runs all the way
I can totally relate to no out and backs. I always want to do a loop trail on our hiking trips.
Personally I would love to read more about your runs, I just love to read about running. Maybe it’s because I run too, but I think you should share more!! Even if it’s just once in a while, it inspires me reading about other people running! I love your quirks, I tell ya if I don’t shit before a long run or a race it’s game over. My mentality is shot. I am a poopin fiend!
I am going to try, it kind of felt nice writing about running because it is such a big part of who I am now a days. Thank you for that wonderful pooping image, I couldn’t agree more
That’s so funny, I rarely wear pants to run in too, but am usually in 3 layers up top lol. I have been using my Garmin more lately for training but before I didn’t always know how far I went and never really cared to know exactly. I love the taking a shit before a race… It’s so true. This has to happen before duathlons and all other races…. Else it could be disaster!! LOL
Yes! I think most people can agree on the poop thing. You should try more Garmin free runs, it really is freeing. I wear three layers up top but never anything on bottom besides shorts. Just feels better that way
Aw man, I’m the exact opposite of you — I CANNOT run without my Garmin. Can. Not. I will stand around looking like a fool staring at my watch waiting for it to get its signal. I am a TOTAL stats nerd when it comes to running, always have been. My life as a runner has had two phases: phase one when I did cross country in middle school and continued running for exercise in high school and phase two when I started up running again in college. During phase one, I ran the same 2-mile route every time I ran, and I always wore a watch and recorded my splits. The first thing I’d do as soon as I got home was enter my times on an Excel spreadsheet. It’s weird because I’m totally not a numbers person at all, except when it comes to running stats. Man, even when I only do a three miler or something I can stare at my stats on Garmin Connect all the live long day. Love me some running numbers.
ACEOTD: There are officially two companies now making bids on buying the rights to make Twinkies. The eternal snack will likely live to see another day! Hahahaha.
I was wondering what Twinkie was going to do,I knew that tasty cakes wanted it but i guess i didn’t realize they would be fighting another company for it. oh man girl try disconnecting it really is freeing, I am telling you
Love hearing about your quirks, Alex! (Your Mizuno shoutout reminds me that I need to get new sneakers, so thanks.
) I’m definitely a morning runner/exerciser, too. I have *no* idea how I made it through so many afternoon high school sports practices. Today, if I don’t get my workout in before 9 a.m.–which is really pushing it–then it’s not going to happen. End of story.
Yes i feel you on that, seriously I function the best in the morning and can’t do any other time for the life of me. Go get some new sneakers, preferably mizunos!
I hold my thumb when I run. Like tucked inside my palm. It sounds insane, but I swear it’s not!
That is interesting, I think running form is like a whole other story. I know my friend runs like a dinosaur and like claws the air
Exercise quirks: I like matching my outfits… like sports bras, headbands, socks, shoes, you name it!
Oh man I wish I could get on that, i look like a bum when I run. ripped tshirts and everything.
Haha! I love that you said you have to take a shit before the race! I love how you just put that out there… I’m not a runner, but the few times I’ve ran… well, I know it kind of gets things moving & makes you want to try to find a bush somewhere or something! LOL
You got to go with what your body wants, no holding that in!
ok, you ran about 9.5 miles this morning – you are DEF a ‘real runner’ lol!
haha thanks lady, I do love my mileage!
Hahah, love this post! I was cracking up throughout the whole thing. For me, if I don’t eat at least half a banana before a run, I d-i-e. Isn’t it crazy how people vary with their pre run routines?
it really is, I mean so many of my friends had to eat beforehand and had a pretty specific food of what they could eat. just shows you how different we all are
this made me laugh ! love that u use a bush i have def done that i dont no why no matter how many times i go before i still gotta go halfway through a long run. btw what do you wear around your waist?! just a like sweatshirt or an actually band thing for your core.. tryna picture this lol im the same way but i cant eat anything during a race, on long runs home though i sometimes bring some raisins or dates..i love this post though! and 9.5 miles good job, def runners status
It is just a shirt, like a like wick shirt. I agree, my bladder plays games and I can go before and still have to go
Loved this post! I actually measure my runs probs cuz Im weird about getting faster in everything I do. I do think it is so much more fun running without worrying about times or distance though!
I think we all need those times where we let the times and distance go and just run. I would recommend doing a few runs a week like that
I’m pretty sure we are the same runner! Except I can’t use a bush… just can’t do it!
Can we go on a run sometime??
Oh please I wish! that would be ideal in my books.
Awe I enjoyed reading these Alex! I feel like I know you a tad better and where your passion for running lies! I love the fact that you don’t track your miles. It makes you so different and honestly I bet it is so good for you mentally. i TOTALLY over dress. It is the dancer in me. We like layers and the uncomfortable too hot feeling is like nonexistent except in the heat of summer!
I am glad you feel like this was fun to read, I am with you I would so rather be hot than cold any day
eep I have to keep track of time or distance … I like to know how I’m doing. I’m not a good runner so those keep me in check. let’s just say that lately it’s been sad. hahaha I usually wear shorts and a big tee to run .. I don’t get all fancy like other people .. idk how you look like you came out of a mag running. can never understand that.
I am all about the cotton t too. I rarely wear any real running or fancy clothes.
cheaper too. can’t beat it!
Love that you don’t keep track of distance!
I always, always pee before a run, and I try not to drink anything an hour before, because I don’t want to have to pee during my run. haha If I am thirsty, I will have a few sips of water beforehand.
I always have to eat something before running. I can never run hungry! I also have a fear of passing out while running if I don’t eat something before.
I don’t drink before or during my run but it still doesn’t matter, I always have to go. Stinks!
I have to run with something around my waist too! Glad I’m not the only one haha. Great post (as usual!)
Really? I have never found anyone like that. this really blows my mind!
The shit thing and the race thing. AMEN.
Thank you, I think many fellow runners feel the same way
Girl you are totally a real runner. Although, I absolutely can’t justify paying money to run a half marathon if I’m not gonna race it, but other than that I totally identify with all of these! Morning is THE best time to work out, hands down. I like to get it out of the way and expending that energy helps keep me focused on my work…and yeah, my body just works best like that. I can adapt – in college I’d run at 4pm every day when I was on the XC/track team – but yeah, AM is best. Mizunos FTW as well, I can wear Asics sometimes but Mizuno is a shoe that’s never failed me (I got two injuries, including the labral tear, in Brooks…zero injuries in Mizunos for the six years prior. Maybe I’m superstitious, but…..). I too can’t eat anything before running. Like, MAYBE a handful of pretzels, oh and I must have coffee beforehand (so that I can take a shit….yep, said it), but otherwise, nope, empty stomach. THat’s why I have a bedtime snack, it’s basically my pre-run fuel. Anywho, I can definitely see how non-runners find runner-talk boring (it’s like when I hang out with people at work – they’re all cyclists and I’m the only runner and I just don’t CARE when they talk about their fucking bikes and power meters and shit lol) but I for one wish you talked about it more!! I love hearing other runners’ running quirks and stories and training, even though I can’t do it myself at the moment.
Oh I am with you, I always have coffee before a race. Only before a race. I think I am superstitious too when it comes to racing, I do pretty much the same thing every time and same kind of foods. doesn’t help that we both have pretty sensitive stomachs. Exactly, bed time snacks are essential for me so I feel like I don’t need to eat before I run in the morning. I hope I can continue to find fun things to talk about with my running, it is a big part of my life.
You are for sure a real runner girl, I really think anyone who has a love for the sport and does it can be a real runner. I don’t run but I pretty much just eat whenever I feel like before a workout, it mostly doesn’t seem to affect me whether I eat right before or hours before working out. Weird, but it works for me and my schedule so I’m not complaining.
I think people are so unique with how they workout and how they fuel. So particular but whatever works!
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“I was taught by my family that before a race you have to take a shit.”
Hahahahaha I totally remember when I first realized that bloggers talking about stomach issues before a race actually meant they had to poo. I just about died. But it is SO TRUE.
And girl, you are totally a real runner. You regularly use bushes. I just hold it and pray that I make it home in time. I guess that’s a running quirk of mine? I also usually don’t eat before a run, unless it’s a race or more than 5 miles. That, and if my calf muscles cramp during a run, I’ll do a down dog on the side of the road. I’m so cool.
no shame, I stretch on the side of the road with my butt to the road way too much. haha. oh yes and runners all know about the stomach issues that take place. happens to the best of us
You are definitely a runner! One because you love it, and two I think 60 miles a week qualifies you for runner status. That’s my mileage in a month! I don’t have too many running quirks but one is that I either have to do one loop (or out and back) or 20. I can deal with doing miles on an indoor track where I have to literally run 40+ laps or running one big lap, but I can’t just do 4 laps. I don’t know what that’s about, but I get so bored but I guess when I do lots of laps it’s just meditative? I don’t know.
Oh man I wish I had your lap mentality, I hate running on tracks for that reason. Just can’t do it.