Without hesitation I replied, I had to run hills. She said something like “geez that’s your life and all that you do” in a mocking tone.
I was taken back. I’m more than just a runner. Yes, I obsess with my training schedule. I have to. Otherwise I wouldn’t get the work done.
Maybe I talk about it too much? I apologize if my passion is a little too much for others to handle.
So yes tonight, I ran hills.
Running has become huge part of my life. I can’t remember what my life before I laced up my sneakers for the first time. I am healthier. My head is clearer. I can handle stress much better. My outlook on life has greatly improved.
Do I make a snarky remark when I pose the same question and the person responds, “ahh.. nothing?” No I do not. I’m a little more opened-minded.
Sometimes I just get frustrated with people who judge me because I am doing something I love and something that happens to be … um… a healthy thing. Why are people so mean?
Let me set the record straight. I am not just a runner. I am strong woman who happens to be active. I write stories for a living and I am a darn good photographer. I’m a volunteer. I’m a hiker. I’m a traveller. I am a friend. I am a believer. I am such more than someone who says they are going to run hills on a Wednesday.
Don’t judge a book by just glancing at the cover.
I think running and triathlon are a lifestyle choice, so it's natural that to "outsiders" it seems that that's all we do. Personally, I'm so happy I've discovered this obsession. Yes, I love coming to work on Monday morning and answering "what did you do this weekend?" with "Ran, biked and swam all weekend!". But yeah, some people are mean but I choose to think that it is because they are jealous.
This week I was more sensitive than usual. Good points!