Better go catch it…….
Monday, February 27th, 2006About three weks ago, I got a crazy notion to try running as a form of exercise. This thought was ground breaking since every time I had ever ran before was hideous and for very short distances. So, I did what anyone would do starting a new hobby that will make them be better people and I went shopping ……. for running stretch pants. I found a great pair and bought a size large after holding them up to me and realizing I didn’t want them so skin tight that I was embarassed for my butt to be seen in them.
After returning home and waiting another day to start my hobby, it was time to wear the pants. I easily slipped them (my first clue) on and started to gear up for the cold. As I was gearing up, I thought to myself, "Man, these pants are awesome and comfortable and my butt looks pretty good." So, with my new found confidence I left the house with my dog at my side and my mp3 player in my pocket. We were off but so were my pants! They were way too big for the up and down motion of running. Now I had one hand on my pants and the other on my dog’s leash. Then, my dog started to slag behind, further and further until I was dragging him along. I have to give him credit though, he’s got little legs and running with me, he does 10 times the work. So, I made it through a good piece running and finally gave up and walked home.
That was three weeks ago. Now I have returned the pants and exchanged sizes, I don’t take Sylus, and the hideousness is getting a bit better. It is amazing how your body adapts and you can go further and further each time. Maybe I will eventually love running but for now, it’s a great excuse to go get a massage!
