Running

5 Reasons I love running

1. It makes me feel healthy.
2. It allows me to freak out my younger and stronger classmates when I mention that I think I'll go workout by running 6-8 miles.
3. I can eat anything I want when I'm running regularly and never gain weight ( generally I'll lose weight).
4. It's time to myself to vegetate mentally.
5. I generally enjoy the sights along the way. My regular running route has a great view of SF across the Bay.

5 Reasons I hate running

1. Since I can't seem to rouse myself at 5 am, it always means I have to find time during the day.
2. I sweat. I sweat a lot. I continue to sweat for 1/2 hour after stopping (even if I've taken a shower).
3. I sometimes con myself into thinking I'm going running so that I can overeat and then I don't go running. I can gain 5 pounds in 10 days if I stop running regularly, but continue to eat as if I am.
4. Running does not build any upper body strength.
5. Minor aches and pains. Sometimes a twinge in the knees or some muscle fatigue.

Overall, the plusses outweigh the minusses.