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Okay....my whinge of the day. I don't know about the rest of you but I am getting fed up with the yobs (waste of spacers for my fellow Americans) that seem to be everywhere these days. I live in a relatively small town in Northamptonshire which, if I were honest, isn't remarkable in any sense of the word. It seems as if everytime I go for a run or bike ride around the area I encounter groups of youngsters who, when togeather, feel it neccessary to verbally (and occassionally attempt to pyhsically) abuse me. Today it was a group of 3, one of which shoute abuse followed by 'I can run like you...'. Well, I seriously doubt that they could given their diet and 20 cigs a day (Plus the odd 2-6 cans of XXX lager).
Now, unfortunately, that's the norm. I have also had the older version, probably their father, throw cans and trash at me from their white van, or try to get as close to me while I was on my bike without hitting me (pretty close at times!!) and have even had bottles thrown off overpasses by kids barely 10.
Ok...I blame their parents. 30-40 years ago we had respect, and the fear of what our parents would do if we ever did the same sort of things....now days the parents are as bad as the kids. Generally found propping up the bar at the local pub or getting in practise to be football holligins during the weekends football match.
Would welcome suggestions....and comments.
 | Author: | grumpy59 (grumpy59's profile, grumpy59's blog) |
 | Posted On: | Thursday, 21st February '08, 4:49pm |
 | Tags: | Cycling, Exercise, Fitness, Running, Training, Triathlon and Veterans |
 | Comments: | 5 comments, go to comments |
Comments
Shit happens, when they'll
rawgrip
Shit happens, when they'll get cancer living those miserable life's then we'll see who's laughing. Anyways what type of neighborhood do you live in?
Go to a different park, place, a nature walk and work there, don't let anything or anyone put you down. Self motivation is one of the hardest things without hassle from morons. Don't even pay attention to them.
I would say a beating would answer allot of things but wont that make you as bad as them? Their stupidity will lead to their demise.
Good luck
what goes around...
grumpy59
Hi Raw,
Thanks for the comments. I agree that it will catchup to them and I'll probably read about them in the daily rag or see them on the UK's most wanted. Unfortunately, they usually get let off so no real pleasure in that. Can't run or workout elsewhere as I am in the middle of nowhere and would have to wast 15-30 mins each way just to get to a half decent running spot...too much time wasted when getting home late from work. Have to put up with it and just keep from reacting.
Grumpy.
Try an MP3 i guess it would
rawgrip
Try an MP3 i guess it would help. Well good luck with the running, everyone is too busy these days.
not an MP3!!
physioroute
My only concern of using an MP3 would be it getting nicked off me while i was running - i used to live in area that was "interesting" and on runs i used to get all sorts of abuse (being female) I ended up taking the dogs out with me they hated hoodies and those wearing them - i never thought they'd run faster than me, suprising what a snarling dog at your heels will do!!!!
To be honest, i know its
mclarke0600
To be honest, i know its hard but try to pick another route if possible. I dont know your area but i had (not as bad as yours) similar problems when out running. I then used to vary my route or go out before work early in the morning. Try getting a mate to come with you or join a local running group. Just think though as your getting fitter/leaner they are just fat meat heads with no comprehension of getting out of breath through effort and exercise, apart from stuffing their mouths with pizza and beer. Good luck