Being a part of the runners blogging club, I often read posts entitled "why I run" (or something like that). A few of the posts are quite elegant, and do make me feel something. I don't know what exactly, but something. Some of the posts read more like a list of pros. Yes, it's true that there are a number of pros that come along with running. My favorites are being fit and being able to eat dessert, but that's not why I run. When I read the really great posts about running and why people do, it makes think about why I run. Then, of course, it makes me wonder if I could write a post about "why I run," that doesn't end up sounding flat or over the top...Usually I'm faced with the reality that although technically I can write, conveying strong emotions through writing is not a strong point I possess. (Actually, talking about strong feelings isn't exactly a strong point of mine either.) Generally, I'm blunt. I state, whatever it is I have to state, short and to the point. I do think about it though, why I run...Have you ever heard of Amazons? According to Greek mythology they're a warrior tribe of women. They're fierce, strong, and beautiful. Of course, they're also vicious. You might want to run the other way if you saw one (just some friendly advice). There aren't very many opportunities in a civilized society to let out some fierceness, and most of the time that's fine. But sometimes I just want to let the fierce out, you know?
Running gives me the opportunity to let out my inner Amazon. And that, my friends, is why I run.
6 comments:
Makes sense to me!
I love this about you Katie!
Being fierce is part of being alive and directing it to something like racing is very rewarding- and spares your family from the aggressive Katie :)
Fierce, strong and beautiful - that's how you are!
I honestly feel like the reasons why I run are fluid and change over time. Today I ran bc a run was on my plan (I hated going out on this yucky day). Yesterday I needed the endorphins. Sunday I needed a break. Lately I have been thinking a lot about why I race. Have not come up with a good answer for that one.
Be extra fierce on Sunday! I'll be cheering you on!
@Raina: Aggressive Katie! So funny! Recently I've read a few lady runner blogs that talk about how they were too nice in their younger years. That girls are taught to be nice. I was not nice. I wouldn't say I was mean. I've never been malicious or mean, but I was brutally honest. I was also aggressive. And I don't think I overly aggressive, but aggressive like a boy. I'm so much more relaxed now, and a lot nicer. :)
@AM: Sure the reasons (or motivation or what we receive from a run) each day can change, but there's something underneath that keeps us going back for more...something that just can't be easily explained. It's funny people will ask me why I keep running, and my first thought is why wouldn't I...
Love that!! I totally get that! Can't wait to hear how your race goes. Good luck for a "good running day"
Well said!
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