>>An old running buddy -- who still runs, unlike me -- sent me this cover from Runner's World the other day. The picture has stayed with me at odd moments all week.
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>>http://stevepre.com/talk/blog/wp-content/uploads/2009/12/runnersworld_dec_09_prefont.jpg
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>>Almost 35 years after his death, Steve Prefontaine still inspires.
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>I am a trained observer, a student of life, and a logician. Applying all that to running has caused me to deduce that - you hardly ever see anyone SMILING and running at the same time. Ergo, it is not fun! I will only run when it's a fight/flight situation!!! lol

I get your tongue in cheek but running really is enjoyable. The phrase "runner's high" didn't come from nowhere. I should get going again.

It's been very seldom that I have asked for anything here. Anyone want to help me getting started? I know once I get through that first week or two, when my legs feel like dead logs and it isn't pleasant, I will be OK. I just need that kick in the a** to get started.