Running pet peeves? Oh come on now, you know you’ve got one or two…or a few 😉 For this week’s Tuesday’s Topics, Kim and Zenaida are inviting us all to get a few things off our chest and share some of our running pet peeves.
I actually did a similar post a few years back, which you can read here – it’s funny how some of those peeves still hold true!
Runners who don’t acknowledge other runners — This is one I really do not understand. How hard is it to raise a hand, nod, something when another runner greets you? When we’re out there pounding the pavement a little acknowledgment of someone’s effort could go a long way.
Drivers who treat stop signs and red lights as optional — I have had one too many close calls with drivers who roll through a red light attempting to turn right on red without ever looking. Had this happen just the other day and let’s just say I had some choice words for that driver.
Races that are advertised as “flat and fast” when they clearly are not! — Why not just be honest about the course elevation?
Disrespecting the “Back of the Pack” — I have no place for judgmental people, especially someone who thinks it’s ok to judge/comment/criticize someone else’s effort. On both social media and at races, I’ve seen runners show their disdain for slower runners – really? First of all, pace is relative. More importantly, just because you happen to be faster than another runner doesn’t give you the right to comment on whether they should be running or racing. As long as runners have seeded themselves appropriately for a race, why should those in the front corrals feel entitled to comment on those in the back? Personally, I applaud anyone who’s willing to put themselves out there and give it their best effort – whatever their pace.
So tell me, what are some of your running pet peeves?
I agree with you on not acknowledging others. We are all out there sometimes struggling more than other times and a simple wave or hi can make a day. Besides saying hi can be a good way to test your exertion levels. lol.
Can wind be considered a pet peeve. ha ha
Oh yes, I think the wind counts as a pet peeve! 🙂
You know that the mantra is, ‘if you run, you’re a runner’. I don’t understand runners who disparage slower or low mileage runners. Not all of us are built to be elites. It’s really a form of bullying, in my opinion.
Honestly, I will never understand why runners would want to disparage each other.
It’s weird and rude when people don’t wave back or at least smile. I don’t see many other runners when I’m out, so I always wave, and it seems like half the time I’m ignored.
Just so rude!
Acknowledging other runners is so location dependent. On the trails at mom’s and on the roads in Florida? All the time! Crowded CP? I don’t do it unless I know you.
One of the reasons I can’t wait to be done with masks is a smile is so much easier/welcoming.
Interesting about location…I can definitely see your point about CP.
LOL on the “flat and fast” billing — how about races that have an uphill finish — so cruel!
Ugh yes, the uphill finish is just so wrong!
I agree with Wendy – disrespecting back of the packers is a form of bullying. And if you’re faster, what’s your issue with slower runners? I’ve also never understood why some runners don’t respond or acknowledge a wave or a greeting. One of my pet peeves is people who run as a group but in one line across the path, and then don’t move an inch when they see you coming.
I don’t understand the sidewalk/path hogs either?! Just a little common courtesy would go a long way.
I agree with all. Especially those drivers who don’t stop or slow when they see a runner.
I personally yell compliments at the back of the packers. It is harder for them and yet they are out there no matter how long it takes.
I’ve had a couple of close calls with inattentive drivers lately – really frustrating!
Drivers treating stop signs as yield signs drives me crazy! It’s also the reason I’m always on high alert when running outside, especially during the week.
I unfollowed someone on Instagram a few years ago for comments she made about back of the pack runners. Like you, I have no time for that level of negativity.
I just don’t get the negativity. My attitude has always been if you’re getting out there, then more power to you!
We’re all runners, just different degrees of “fast!” Everyone deserves respect.
i agree it’s weird when another runner doesn’t acknowledge you- seems blatantly unfriendly.
Yep I agree completely!
I always wave and acknowledge other runners. I don’t get why some people are so rude about it! OH races love to tell you they have a flat and fast course!
Any time I see flat and fast I know we’re in for some hills LOL 😉
Most runners do smile or wave — but yeah, I’m always wondering at the ones that can’t seem to be bothered to even smile.
Doesn’t take much effort to be polite, right?
Good ones here! I’ve also had drivers almost hit me because they did not see me at all. Now I wait for them to go before I proceed. Not taking any chances.
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