Why people do not buy Running.

For runners from first 5K to marathon who fear the next injury more than a slow time. See the doubts and regrets people repeat, plus the linked comments behind each objection.

4 objections180 comments5 threadsupdated 4 days ago
  1. “I'm worried I'll get hurt or injured if I start running”

    risk
    4

    How to answerShow proper form, warm-up routines, and gradual progression plans that minimize injury risk for beginners.

    “First rule of knife fighting: Do not get into a knife fight. In even the best case scenario you *will* get cut.”

    01
  2. “I don't know if I'm ready or capable of doing this”

    fit
    4

    How to answerEmphasize that running is accessible at any fitness level with proper pacing and realistic starting points.

    “I took a defensive shooting class awhile back. It was a full shoot house situation with assailants and family member targets etc. We all sucked at it. No one could clear it successfully in time. In the end, the instructor said "The only lesson you should take from this day is…”

    02
  3. “I should just avoid the situation entirely instead of trying”

    alternative
    3

    How to answerPosition running as proactive self-care rather than reactive problem-solving - prevention vs avoidance.

    “First rule of knife fighting: Do not get into a knife fight. In even the best case scenario you *will* get cut.”

    03
  4. “I'm not sure this will actually work for what I need”

    trust
    3

    How to answerProvide evidence-based benefits and realistic expectations about what running can and cannot deliver.

    “This is why “the only thing that stop a bad guy with a gun is a good guy with a gun” is bullshit. The only thing that can stop a bad guy with a gun is a specially trained team of professionals, or himself.”

    04

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“Every time I build up mileage my shins or my knees flare and I have to stop”
“I have four pairs of shoes and I still do not know which one is right for my feet”
“The gels tear my stomach up around mile 16 every single time”
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