We love all runners, of course, but some have, well, quirks that can make training with them less than ideal. See if any of these sound familiar … – By Scott Douglas
1. The Hypochondriac
Has had every running injury in the book – just in the last three kilometres.
2. The GPS Town Crier
Knows precisely how far and how fast he’s gone.
3. The Autobiographer
Always able to pass the talk test if the subject is himself.
4. The Social Media Obsessive
Documents every moment of every kilometre.
5. The Frequent Pit Stopper
Always, um … on the go.
6. The One Stepper
Always just slightly ahead, just slightly pushing the pace.
7. The Space Invader
Frequently bumps elbows, clips heels, and shares sweat.
8. The Excuse-o-matic
Always would have set a PR, except…
9. The Chronically Tardy
Allows time for a full warmup, and then some.
10. The Chronically Farty
Breaks the wind even when not in front.
11. The Historian
Always says running was so much better decades ago!
