But you don't look like a runner...

But you don't look like a runner. I hear that a lot.

OK I get it, I'm not built like a Kenyan. I'm short, wide and I usually carry too much weight. No one has ever mistaken me for Bill Rogers. In all of the races that I have run, absolutly no one has ever marveled at my speed. I simply run...therfore I am!

That is the beauty of running. You only have to run to be a runner. I guess it's not a very exclusive club. 

All you need is a good pair of running shoes and the determination to get out of the bed or off of the couch.

I have been told that people get annoyed when I post my runs on Facebook and Twitter. To those people I say, feel free to stop following or defriend me. I have had many people say that those posts have motivated them to start a running program of their own. When they do they feel better, lose weight and get heathlier. I guess when they see that this old fat guy can run, they fugure "why not me". I am fine with that.

Total miles this week 31.8  that included a long run of 9 miles and a session of hill repeats. Also did 2 light weight workouts, 2 yoga classes and a had a massage. 

I weighed in at 181.0 down a little over 1/2 lb.

Fundraising total is still $3,093 and 62%  of my goal. Thank you for all of your support. Here is the link to my fundraising page. http://www.firstgiving.com/fundraiser/eddibuck/boston-marathon