how about the females???? wrote:
...pro athletes that run with them! They probably dont use them every single run but when they feel like crap and music is the only way to get them out the door
excellent argument. i bet meb can't count the times that he's said, "Sorry coach, I just can't take this beautiful mountain scenery and soothing sounds of nature anymore. If I'm going to run, I need some tunes! iTunes that is!!!!"
Give me a break. Isn't this practically the definition of a rec runner? If you need music to get you out the door you've got some serious motivation issues. I don't give a crap if you run 110 or 160 miles per week, if you're good enough to be pro, I think motivation doesn't come in the form of the newest Nelly Furtado album.
While I agree that occasional music is nice, it is never motivation, just something to ease the boredom.
For an earlier poster, I also love seeing two chicks running together with headphones. LOL. Nothing says "I really don't even like you" like running in pairs in your own world. Has anyone ever seen two dudes doing this?