I also take part in what we call a “race” (along with mobbo, as a matter-of-fact), and I believe you guys have the wrong idea. We both know that overworking doesn’t help anything and actually sets you back, which is not at all useful in a “race” (like taking out a marathon too hard). We know to pace ourselves, but we’re each there for motivation if the other starts to slack. It’s easier to give up on yourself than it is to give up on your friends, and that’s why we’re doing this. I have somebody with my same stats to compare myself to. Every day when I’m lazy and might not do my routine, I know that he probably did his that same day and I can’t let him down.
Originally Posted by Mr. Happy
A race? Sort of implicitly implies a ‘wiinner’ and a ‘loser,’ which strikes me as a bad idea.
As for this…no. Winner, loser, it doesn’t matter. You know why? There are no awards and everyone gets the same prize for finishing…a huge penis :) . Whether you’re first or dead last, you won big time. The concept of the race is to keep us going. If it was just a “stroll” to 8x6, we would miss days and think nothing of it. The “race” keeps us focused and striving to do our best.
Hope that clears things up.
MYS