How to publicly shame my friend back into running?

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  • A concerned friend

    Anonymous Poster

    9 years ago 07/22/2014 5:46pm EDT

    Dear Letsrun,

    A dear friend quit running recently because he "doesn't have time" on the side of his summer landscaping job and lifting. However, I've analyzed his schedule and found he actually does; heck, he's benching instead of running! I'm very concerned - he's not quite a hobby jogger as he most notably doesn't wear huge headphones on his runs, and I fear he will get too big if he keeps up with this schedule. What's the best way for me to publicly shame him back into running?

    Thanks for your time,

    A concerned friend

  • finisher medal

    Anonymous Poster

    9 years ago 07/22/2014 6:35pm EDT
    re: A concerned friend

    If he doesn't want to run don't try to make him. Lifting is probably better for you anyway.

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    Mr. Obvious

    Member since 09/22/2005.

    14,089 posts. Last post 6 years ago.
    9 years ago 07/22/2014 6:47pm EDT
    re: A concerned friend

    publish his name here. If it was a girl I'd tell you to publish her pictures here too.

  • knower of stuff

    Anonymous Poster

    9 years ago 07/23/2014 11:10am EDT
    re: A concerned friend

    Throw something at him, then run away. If he's really slow, run in circles around him as he tries to chase you. Judicious choice of projectile is suggested, as you'll want something that gets him riled up but not something that gets someone to call the police on you

  • whistle whilst you troll

    Anonymous Poster

    9 years ago 07/23/2014 11:15am EDT
    re: A concerned friend

    A concerned friend wrote:

    Dear Letsrun,

    A dear friend quit running recently because he "doesn't have time" on the side of his summer landscaping job and lifting. However, I've analyzed his schedule and found he actually does; heck, he's benching instead of running! I'm very concerned - he's not quite a hobby jogger as he most notably doesn't wear huge headphones on his runs, and I fear he will get too big if he keeps up with this schedule. What's the best way for me to publicly shame him back into running?

    Thanks for your time,

    A concerned friend

    I suspect he doesn't respond easily to public shame, as he has remained your friend for some time now.

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    HonestThief

    Member since 05/18/2014.

    579 posts. Last post 7 years ago.
    9 years ago 07/23/2014 11:33am EDT
    re: A concerned friend

    Steal his protein shakes and meats, then he wont bulk up. Problem solved.

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