My neighbors from 2 doors down do a little running (mostly treadmill stuff). I've spoken to them before about racing and the wife said she has done a 5K in the past but that's it. I only met him this weekend, but he didn't mention that he'd done any prior racing.
So, I've got copies of a couple of local 5K entry forms sitting on my desk. Am I being obnoxious if I take them down to their house this evening and try to talk them into running one or two of them?
So, I've got copies of a couple of local 5K entry forms sitting on my desk. Am I being obnoxious if I take them down to their house this evening and try to talk them into running one or two of them?
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I would drop them off and say I thought you might be interested. See how they respond. You should push them; but, let them know you would be willing to answer any questions.
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No I don't think so. Maybe you can run it with them to show some support and perhaps that will stir their interest more.
Sounds like a recruiting opportunity though. The bonus money is pretty good I hear.
Sounds like a recruiting opportunity though. The bonus money is pretty good I hear.
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i wouldnt give them the apps, but i would mention it to them...check out their response and go from there....
theres money in recruiting new runners? why didnt anyone tell me?
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I struggle with this too. 'Cuz then if they do show up and find out you're a competitive junkie, I end up feeling like they've thought I asked them to come so there's a couple more people to beat. It's a catch-22 Hayes. Maybe just dropping it in their mailbox or under the car's wiper blade. :shrug:
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The only way it would be obnoxious is if you wore your tinfoil 3-piece suit and showed up a three in the morning and asked them via bullhorn. Otherwise, I think it's a neat idea and it's these little acts that help hold the community together.
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I have given race applications to some of the parent's of my childrens's school friends. I know they run, so I also hope that I am not be a pain. I usually put a note on the application and had it to them when I see them. I don't usually ask about it afterward, so I hope that I am not being too pushy either.
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obnoxious is the last thing that came to my mind. Just showing interest in the neighbor is cool.
Heck get a plug in for RF also
Heck get a plug in for RF also
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I think that's a good idea. If they are new to the area they may be looking for things to do and races are a good way to see the town (if they are local).
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I think that's really nice...actually I wish you were my neighbor , because i am i need of some serious motivation ! lol
-SCgurl
-SCgurl
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It's for a charity, right? If they go, it's a win win situation! More money for the charity and a chance to get to know your neighbors. I think it's a really nice gesture.
Shelly
Shelly
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