Why I love running
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pinkteapot3
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Well, one of many reasons.
The cal burn!
Sitting here eating four mini donuts, having already had a bowl of cereal (pre-run) and scrambled eggs on toast (post-run). Having cheesy crumpets for lunch and BBQed burgers for dinner (in baps with a pile of salad). Glass of wine and then homegrown rhubarb with custard for dessert.
And I've still got 98 cals left (though I'll probably save them for tomorrow as I won't do much exercise).
The cal burn!
Sitting here eating four mini donuts, having already had a bowl of cereal (pre-run) and scrambled eggs on toast (post-run). Having cheesy crumpets for lunch and BBQed burgers for dinner (in baps with a pile of salad). Glass of wine and then homegrown rhubarb with custard for dessert.
And I've still got 98 cals left (though I'll probably save them for tomorrow as I won't do much exercise).
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You go girl !1
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I used to hate running. Maybe I still do, I'm not sure. But sometimes I look forward to it, it's weird and I think I might be going a little crazy. So I pay attention when someone says they love running and try to find out if maybe they have the key to unlock the mystery. I mean running is a chore, riding a bike is fun, but you're right: an hour of running is like a leisurely day on the bike.5
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Agreed! I actually enjoy running a lot! I find that if I don't run regularly, I get a bit restless and antsy.
Also... As my dad always tells me when I see him, I really like to eat! With a combination of heavy lifting and running, my TDEE is approximately 2400-2500. I'm attempting to maintain now but for the past month, I was eating about 2300 per day and have lost 3 lb. I'm upping it to average 2400-2500 a day and hopefully that'll hault my weight loss. Woohoo! More food!9 -
I love it 10miles tomorrow4
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I love running too! It took me until I was ~43 to discover it as The Exercise that I actually enjoyed doing, but once I started, I've been unstoppable! That was 10 years ago, and while I've had my share of ups & downs, and some injuries here & there, I know I will be a runner for the remainder of my life.10
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Ate pizza yesterday, ran 13 miles today, it's all about balance8
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I love eating a healthy meal and then running laps to my fave bands (Foo Fighters, Oasis...) shortly after. Good feeling!5
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Been running for 18 months, now on a steady three runs a week - 10k on Saturday and a couple of 5k's mid-week. Not aiming to set any records - I used to run years back but stopped due to a foot injury. Keeping the pace high enough to give a good burn but not pushing the training hard.
Love love love running, it's an amazing buzz. But do also enjoy the amount you can eat on a 10k day.
I also cycle, play table tennis and shoot archery but they're less intensive. Though 10k today plus an hour of table tennis equals 1,000 cals on top of my basic 1,700.
Nothing wrong with the Blerch. I have this mug on my desk at work:
https://supermug.co.uk/products/i-like-to-run-because-its-good-for-me-and-also-i-like-to-eat-and-drink-a-lot
Been in maintenance at goal weight for a year so comfortable with eating back exercise cals.6 -
NorthCascades wrote: »I used to hate running. Maybe I still do, I'm not sure. But sometimes I look forward to it, it's weird and I think I might be going a little crazy. So I pay attention when someone says they love running and try to find out if maybe they have the key to unlock the mystery. I mean running is a chore, riding a bike is fun, but you're right: an hour of running is like a leisurely day on the bike.
Strange I find the opposite Its a chore to get the bike out, where running is find shorts and T, grap trainers and off I go.2 -
pinkteapot3 wrote: »Been running for 18 months, now on a steady three runs a week - 10k on Saturday and a couple of 5k's mid-week. Not aiming to set any records - I used to run years back but stopped due to a foot injury. Keeping the pace high enough to give a good burn but not pushing the training hard.
Love love love running, it's an amazing buzz. But do also enjoy the amount you can eat on a 10k day.
I also cycle, play table tennis and shoot archery but they're less intensive. Though 10k today plus an hour of table tennis equals 1,000 cals on top of my basic 1,700.
Nothing wrong with the Blerch. I have this mug on my desk at work:
https://supermug.co.uk/products/i-like-to-run-because-its-good-for-me-and-also-i-like-to-eat-and-drink-a-lot
Been in maintenance at goal weight for a year so comfortable with eating back exercise cals.
Have you ever thought about switching to TDEE? I run similar amount as you &am considering switching but Im almost obsessed with the loads of extra calories i can use during the week if I keep the regular formula0 -
I love running, especially if I can run away from the roads and pavements of town. As well as good exercise it is great switch off time for me. Just focus on my breathing and running.1
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I remember when I was in middle school and had to be on cross country. Hated it...didn't like to run at all. Now, I'm excited to get up at 4-5 am on weekends, meet friends, and run several miles! I must be crazy!3
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I am jealous of all who love running, like most of you. I started running at 40 and am now 51. Running is the core of my fitness plan, and I throw in some elliptical and strength training each week, too. I have done a few half marathons and will run at fundraising events or fitness days at work. But I really don't enjoy it that much. I wish I did. Certainly good shoes, great tunes and pretty scenery (I run along the St Lawrence River in lovely Quebec when weather is decent) help. I also log a lot of miles as I watch the news on my treadmill in winter.
I run because it's a great calorie burn and I feel proud at the end, but I have never once had that runner's high. It is always a chore to get out. I wish I could feel like you all do. I'll keep doing it, though. Sigh.1 -
Curious how old most of you are. I love the idea of running but not the actuality so much. I am 61. I see two of you in your early 50's.0
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38. Started running last summer; started running in earnest this spring. I came from a cycling background (still mostly bike for exercise) and run a few miles at 9:00 to 9:30 a couple times a week.0
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I never wanted to run, but my sister convinced me to run a half with her...Now I keep running because I have 3 little kids and it has become my only way of escaping the insanity. It's like my 60 minute Zen palace, lol.8
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I hear ya, I like how when I run or walk loads even then I know I can eat pretty much whatever I want. That's why I always have my steps averaging around 18k/day as that means my TDEE is 2300. Sweet! (especially when I'm only 5ft 2"/ 46yrs so being active allows me to eat loads more)3
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I LOVE running because I love to eat6
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