Don't think I could do this.
As a runner of considerable talent I'd get far too annoyed going out with someone who slobs out on the couch every day scratching their arse.
No.
Don't think I could do this.
As a runner of considerable talent I'd get far too annoyed going out with someone who slobs out on the couch every day scratching their arse.
No.
Markmiles wrote:
Don't think I could do this.
As a runner of considerable talent
So you're THE Mark Miles, the Belgrave Harrier?
I don't like to date runners who considerably overestimate their running talent.
I don't think I could do this.
Well it depends if he's the real Mark Miles or not?
Markmiles wrote:
Don't think I could do this.
As a runner of considerable talent I'd get far too annoyed going out with someone who slobs out on the couch every day scratching their arse.
No.
Don’t worry. I’m certain that won’t be a problem for you.
When my wife and I got married, we were both couch potatoes. About 5 years into our marriage, I started running. My wife doesn’t do anything for exercise, still. There really isn’t a difference, I’m just physically in really good shape now. She comes with our kids to my races and let’s me have my time to train. I think that’s the most important that if you’re with someone who doesn’t exercise then they should at least be supportive of you.
I met my wife at a run, and running was one big thing we had in common.
After we were married, we enjoyed living the running lifestyle, traveling to races, etc. (we have been together for 35 years)
But about 10 years ago, she stopped running and exercising in any form due to many reasons (worn out knees, cancer, a challenging teenage daughter, etc.). I still run and running is a big part of my life.
But we have stayed together as we share other common interests. Plus she understands my interest in running and the value of exercise.
So while its valuable to share the common interest of exercise with a partner, its not essential if there are enough other common interests. It is valuable for your partner to understand why you are interested in, and the value you obtain from, exercise and other interests (even if they do not directly participate in those interests).
-Also talent in running is very different from the interest and ambition to exercise/train to use that talent.
Markmiles wrote:
Don't think I could do this.
As a runner of considerable talent I'd get far too annoyed going out with someone who slobs out on the couch every day scratching their arse.
No.
First: you come across as an arrogant @sshole.
Second: there is a huge gap between "not exercising" and slobbing on the couch every day.
Third: it is completely shocking that a presumable catch like yourself isn't locked up in marriage yet. You sound like a treat to be around.
I met a beautiful, active woman some years ago. She developed rather suddenly a condition where should can not engage in exercise. Sure I would want her to go run with me but I'll take her lying on the couch when I get in from a long run. I'm not going to dump her because she can't run.
If you’re only dating then who cares? But seriously we need to see pics of the prospect first.
Being with someone long term who supports your ability to talentedly run around in considerable circles is more important than if she chooses to join you.
Sounds terrible.
She will blow up by age 30 for sure.
Good luck with your fattie lard butt.
I remember a line from a song.
Everybody needs a little time away from each other.
Of course, I would love to see my girlfriend running with me, being fit and everything. But at the same time, we need some time alone, and If she want to join me but can't keep up the pace, well, maybe I'll buy her a bike, or I'll go slower that day.
I mean define exercise. Some women only do yoga and have perfect bodies. I wouldn’t consider yoga exercise but it clearly keeps women fit. In my experience of course.
As a runner of considerable talent (and ambition?) you'll spend months (years?)of your life being injured, miserable and unable to run.
Go scratch your arse.
Please be aware that I'm English.
So in the parlance of our times, it's 'arsehole'.
Thanks for sharing, but no one gives a sh*t who you date.
Yet another pointless thread that makes me wonder about the criteria for threads that get put on the front page
[quote]Markmiles wrote:
Don't think I could do this.
As a runner of considerable talent I'd get far too annoyed going out with someone who slobs out on the couch every day scratching their arse.
As a runner of "considerable talent" (aka professional), I likewise could not date a guy who does not exercise. I think its difficult for a non-runner to understand the time, effort and dedication that goes into training, recovery, and recovery, so we can compete at our respective levels of competition.
Markmiles wrote:
As a runner of considerable talent
Congratulations on your sub 25 5k. ??
Markmiles wrote:
Please be aware that I'm English.
In that case, I'll use simple words, and try to type more slowly.