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UT,USA

Member Since:

Feb 27, 2006

Gender:

Male

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Other

Running Accomplishments:

(2008) 5k Magna Classic (15:18)

(2007) Ogden Marathon (2:29:31)

(2007) St George Marathon (2:25:18)

 

 

Masters PRs:

17:09-2nd place Masters-

    Draper Days 5k (2013)

 

1:16:58-2nd place Masters-

    Utah Valley Half Marathon (2013)

 

Short-Term Running Goals:

Sub 2:40 at Deseret News Marathon. Never quite conquered that beast yet.

Long-Term Running Goals:

Run a good marathon again in the future.

Personal:

 

    
 

 

 
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Miles:This week: 0.00 Month: 0.00 Year: 404.70
Brooks T-7 Lifetime Miles: 1193.31
Brooks T-7 Lifetime Miles: 1031.20
Saucony Fastwitch A-5 Lifetime Miles: 617.50
Skechers Go Run Lifetime Miles: 496.50
Saucony Kinvara 3 Lifetime Miles: 816.50
Brooks T-7 (used) Lifetime Miles: 1113.00
Saucony Kinvara 4 Lifetime Miles: 542.50
Brooks T-7 Lifetime Miles: 922.90
Brooks T-7 Lifetime Miles: 1051.50
Saucony Fastwitch Blueberry Lime Squeeze ) Lifetime Miles: 788.00
Nike Pegasus Lifetime Miles: 1008.10
Reebok Running Shoe Lifetime Miles: 442.35
Under Armour Black Micro Lifetime Miles: 463.00
Sun, May 10, 2009
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I'm really stuck between a rock and a hard place when it comes to running on Sunday.  On the one hand it is the "day of rest" for folks in my religion.   What constitutes a day of rest though?   I have never seen easy running as more exertive than a Sunday walk is for most.  It is a in a big way a great stress relief and renewal for me.   Isn't that acceptable?   I hate to rationalize this but where do we draw the line between the spirit of the law and the letter of the law?   Back in ancient Israel it was forbidden to even prepare one's food on the sabbath!

There came afterwards the higher law of the Savior which superceded all others and in essence embraced the spirit of the law.  So somehow I just don't think you can be condemned for appropriately engaging in activities that are wholesome in nature and do not interfere with the atmosphere of the Sabbath day.    I don't know, everyone has a different take on this issue.  In the meantime with my schedule the way it is it is just virtually impossible to get into higher mileage without compromising recovery.    I guess in the end it's all about where it lies in your own personal relationship with the Lord.    

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Comments
From mikemac on Sun, May 10, 2009 at 17:06:46 from 192.28.0.21

I think that you are exactly right Steve.There is nothing more relaxing than a easy run. To be honest, its a great time to meditate on spirtitual things.At least for me. But if violates ones conscience....He or she shouldnt do it.Just my opinion.

From JimF on Sun, May 10, 2009 at 17:21:04 from 68.46.210.24

I too have debated about running on Sunday. I have went back and forth on it but I think I have finally settled that I will run if it doesn't take away from family time or spiritual time during the day. For me it is more relaxing taking an easy run than sitting in front of the TV for an hour. If I have the time and it works out I will go out but I treat it different than the other days of the week because if I don't get out I don't stress out about it. I think your right though this is one of those things that everyone has to work out for themself.

From maurine/tarzan on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 11:42:07 from 63.255.172.2

I've always felt that if a run or walk on the Sabbath leaves me a kinder and a nicer person than I would be without it and if I am not skipping church or family time to fit that run in - then it beats me staying at home, getting annoyed and ruining the spirit in my home for everyone.

From James W on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 12:33:11 from 12.151.72.1

Your last statement rings true, Steve. Personally, I don't run or race on Sunday, but we do take walks as a family. Ultimately, it is your choice as to what you feel comfortable with. Good luck with your training for Deseret News.

From Brent on Mon, May 11, 2009 at 22:22:34 from 168.178.30.75

Air Darkhorse - clearing your mind, a sunday run, what can be more in touch with nature and the inner self?

Stay kOOl, B of BS Rools out

From Robert on Tue, May 12, 2009 at 15:29:57 from 71.32.163.35

It's great that you are dealing with this and searching for an answer. Check out Matt. 11:28, Matt. 12:28, Col. 2:16-17, and Heb. 4:9-10. Jesus is the Lord of the Sabbath and you should find rest in Him every day!

From wheakory on Tue, May 12, 2009 at 16:57:26 from 134.50.89.33

It's not a sin to run on the Sabbath day. Jesus healed on the Sabbath Day and he was questioned by the Pharisees. If its something that takes away your importance from God than it's wrong, but this would be for any day. We can just set aside one day for God it's has to be everyday. Running needs to be balanced on Sunday just like it is on every other day.

Caffeine is samething it has to be balanced, but we won't go there.

Bible verses

Then Jesus said to them, “I will ask you one thing: Is it lawful on the Sabbath to do good or to do evil, to save life or to destroy? ~Luke 6:9

Matthew 12:1-14 ; Mark 2:23- 3:6 ; Luke 6:1-11 ; John 5:1-18

From Cheryl on Tue, May 12, 2009 at 23:05:37 from 76.27.66.153

The Sabbath was made for man, not man for the Sabbath.

From Sasha Pachev on Tue, May 19, 2009 at 16:45:58 from 64.81.245.109

I follow the rule that if you cannot do it while dressed for church, the activity is too strenuous for the Sabbath.

From barry on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 12:22:34 from 67.61.234.251

Are you OK?

From wheakory on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 12:35:32 from 134.50.89.55

How are things. Come on Buddy respond.

From mikemac on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 15:20:33 from 99.195.191.190

I hope that eveything is alright with you.

From maurine on Fri, May 22, 2009 at 17:29:19 from 97.117.70.124

He ran past me a couple of nights ago while I was walking my dog.

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