Running is full of choices! Some are easy, some not so much. Whether you’re training for a marathon or just heading out for a casual jog, every runner has their preferences. Today, I’m playing a little “Would You Rather: Runner’s Edition” to see where we land. These are just for fun, but I bet you’ll learn a lot about yoursel, and maybe get inspired for your next run!
Would you rather… run a flat race in 80° heat or a hilly race in 45° chill?
This is a tough one. As a Florida runner, my body doesn’t know what to do with hills, but the siren song of 45°F might be too tempting to resist. Also, hills are a little more interesting than pancake flat roads. Obviously, the grass is always greener on the other side, but I think I could deal with elevation if it meant not dealing with heat and humidity.
Would you rather… have brand new running shoes or brand new race gear?
Tricky, tricky! After much deliberation, I think I would take the brand new running shoes. In general, running gear, shoes included, are expensive, but to me, shoes are a more valuable commodity. I can pick up a tank top or pair of socks here and there as needed, but shoes are a much larger investment. On race day, I want my outfit to be tried, true, and comfortable and I don’t carry a lot of extra gear, but my shoes… well, my trusty Adrenaline GTS models are usually ready to go straight out of the box, so I would be absolutely thrilled to snap up a new pair.
Would you rather… run on the road or run on the trail?
Trails are so gorgeous, but so very unstable. I will walk or hike in the woods all day long, but with my ankle, I really prefer a good, firm road. At the moment, the asphalt and concrete isn’t particularly hard on my joints, so I’m going to keep that going as long as I can.
Would you rather… PR in a race or run it with your best running buddy?
I don’t even need to think about it. The best races are run with your best buddies. No PR could ever compare to spending those miles with your favorite person or people. Period.
Would you rather… wake up for a 5AM run or wait until 8PM?
I think you already know the answer to this. My body is built for early mornings and all the sunrises. It’s not what I would prefer, but it is what happens. That being said, I’m very much an early bird and I prefer to be finished with all intense activity by mid afternoon.
Would you rather… cross the finish line in the middle of the pack or be last across but with the loudest cheers?
Not every finish line moment looks the same. Mid-pack runners get the comfort of blending in, while back-of-the-packers often experience so much heart and emotion. I don’t love getting lots of attention, so I think I’m totally down with coming across in the middle of the pack. Either way, no matter what, a finish is a finish.
Would you rather… run without music or run without your Garmin?
I am perfectly comfortable running any distance without music or other entertaining sounds, but I hate the idea of not collecting data about any walks, runs, or workouts. After all, if you don’t have your smart watch, do the miles even matter?
Running is personal, and the beauty is that none of these questions have a right or wrong answer. Whether you choose heat over hills, friends over PRs, or morning over night runs, every choice shapes you as a runner. Now it’s your turn! Drop your “Would You Rather” answers in the comments or share some of your own!
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