Top 10 most ridiculous excuses for skipping a run
© STADION-ACTUWe’ve all heard them, or come up with them ourselves: those far-fetched excuses for dodging a run. Sometimes funny, often questionable, they mostly reveal a remarkable talent for making excuses. So if you recognize yourself in this list, it may be time to lace up your running shoes and stop procrastinating…
‘1 – « Sweating gives me eczema »
Hat’s off for this one. You had to think of it… Are you sure it’s the sweat, and not just an excuse to stay under the covers? Come on, a little cream and you’ll be back on your feet. Eczema doesn’t stand a chance against a good run!
‘2 – « My horoscope says I need to stay in a zen bubble »
And did the stars pay for your three race entries and your night out? Get out there and train.
‘3 – « I’m on my period »
This excuse only applies to the ladies, sorry gentlemen.
‘4 – « The weather’s awful today »
Always an excuse. The weather’s never nice in Paris anyway, so get motivated.
And what, you want sunshine every day? Sorry, this isn’t Brittany! They run in all weather over there… and they even call it a ray of sunshine!
‘5 – « I had steak and chips for lunch. This is going to be awful »
Not at all. You’ll work off the excess, and it’ll do you good.
On the contrary, you’ll burn it all off in no time. Come on, lace up and do your waistline a favour!
‘6 – « I think I’m coming down with something »
Ah, so you’re not sure! Do you think you are, or do you know you are? Going for a run and getting some fresh air will clear your nose and airways.
‘7 – « My feet hurt »
Yet you spent the price of eight restaurant meals on shoes that are supposed to make you fly. Come on, give them a proper test instead of admiring them like a work of art.
‘8 – « It’s too hot today »
Oh yeah? And in winter, what was it again? « It’s too cold »? A little sweat never hurt anyone. Hydrate and get out there!
‘9 – « My feet hurt »
Why put off until tomorrow what you can do today? Come on, let’s go!
‘10 – « My shoes are still wet from yesterday »
You shouldn’t have jumped in puddles during your run. Going for a run today will wring them out.
Admit it: you’ve already used, or at least considered, one of these excuses to skip a run… But deep down, we all know the best feeling is beating that lack of motivation and getting out there anyway. So next time you’re looking for a reason to stay on the sofa, remember that your running shoes are waiting for you. Come on, get outside!
| Marathon calendar in France, here.