I cannot be the only person annoyed or tired of the self promoting, fallacious and insincere fabrications posted on the infamous website- The Daily Mile.
Have you ever visited the daily mile?
This website is the host for many runners, cyclists, swimmers and “bucket list” athletes (??) of present day America
“Way to go, you’re the best” or “You da man” or
“You can do it”, this one reminds me of Bela Karolyi at the 1996 Olympics.
Alright, everyone is entitled to freedom of speech. I just don’t understand why many feel compelled to embellish their runs or workouts. There is one particular “athlete” that must weigh 200 lbs, works out with weights and still manages to train at 6 minute pace or faster. This particular “athlete” does not list his name, post his picture or lists any real race results. If , a big if, the pace of his training runs are true and accurate, he would be a national class runner.
“Come on man”.
How am I supposed to believe this individual?
“There’s no way, Jose”.
“Show me the money”.
OK, enough from me. Please visit the daily mile and check it out for yourself.
After you’ve had a good laugh, give us some feedback.
Thank you.
I cannot thank you enough for bringing the subject of the Daily Mile up. It is an obnoxious "tool" that serves no purpose at all. You would think they invented the sport.
ReplyDeleteI think we have to accept and come to grips with the fact that more people are embracing the sport who don't give a hoot about true competition. Honestly, I prefer to see these jogglers doing something for their fitness "on the roads" rather than hitting the gym and that stupid treadmill. The fast runners will always be up front anyway, it's not like they're turning the finish line around.
ReplyDeleteI agree, it's great to have more people getting off the couch and pounding the pavement. It's a plus for the running companies and race organizers, etc.
ReplyDeleteThe issue is with some "newbees" self proclaimed hero status. This status is typically bestowed upon finishing a marathon (or half marathon).
"Fuhgeddaboudit".
Finishing a marathon does not make anyone a hero. You're now a participant and not a spectator, good for you. The trick is to continue to run and not sit back on the couch because you've crossed - marathon- off your bucket list.