I'm not buying into the whole 'inspirational runner' thing. You know, those stories about people overcoming crazy obstacles to crush a marathon. Are they really that inspiring or just a marketing ploy? I mean, I've seen some pretty amazing feats on the track, but I'm not about to start crying every time someone runs a sub-3 hour marathon. Thoughts?
I think you're missing the point. It's not about the time, it's about the journey. Those 'inspirational runners' are a reminder that we're all capable of more than we think. Let's focus on lifting each other up, not tearing each other down.
I'm not trying to tear anyone down, just calling out the BS. If someone's journey inspires you, that's great. But let's not pretend it's about anything more than that. It's running, not a miracle cure.