Last night the ladies ran another 2 miles. I stayed behind this time. I have been suffering from a horrible rash over a good part of my body, so running in the heat was not the plan last night.
When they women got back we discussed why we run. There are obvious health reasons. Lowering blood pressure, losing weight, fighting diabetes, strengthening the heart, are all good reasons to run. I was curious what led these women to run. What I heard was funny to the very serious.
One woman wanted to run because she thought it would be cool to dress as Elvis and run in a race. Note....these women are training for the Elvis is Alive 5K. Another promised to dress as Priscilla and wear her hair high. Good luck with that in August. One woman told us her boss runs, and felt she should. One woman wanted to be supportive of her friend's efforts, so she is joining her in this training program.
All of them told me they have really enjoyed the program and have really come to enjoy running. I think that is great, and I told them I will be happy to encourage them as much as they needed.
The group is really coming along well, and I am so proud of them.
Charlie
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