Comments on: Running is Cheap

By: monica @ aboldpace

monica @ aboldpace — Wed, 03 Nov 2010 10:32:31 +0000

So true…I’m hooked on Newton running shoes…they’re great, but it definitely hurts when they wear out and have to replace! Always a good read here… Thanks!

By: Al

Al — Thu, 19 Feb 2009 03:51:56 +0000

Running is one of the cheaper sports out there. I am an avid runner and cyclist. I can say from experience that cycling is way more expensive than running. I do not have a gym membership either because that is more expensive than running. Yes, you can use the gym any time you want and they offer classes and have weights but the only time you can go to a gym and use the equipment without having 2 to 3 people hoovering around waiting for you to finish is at 5am in the morning. The classes offered are always full and the drive to the gym is not short either. Overall, running turns out to be a cheaper way of staying healthy. You do not have to buy a running shirt or running shorts. The 2 main things needed are good running shoes ($100) and good socks ($12 / 3-pack).

By: Blaine Moore (Run to Win)

Blaine Moore (Run to Win) — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 10:20:30 +0000

Laura, I can think of sports where it costs $5,000 per year (or even per season!) – running in all 50 states for me personally is something that I’m aiming to spend 15-20 years doing, which is still relatively cheap. Sure, there are people that do it in a couple of years (or on consecutive days) but most of us work and spread it out at least a little.

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By: Laura

Laura — Thu, 07 Aug 2008 03:17:35 +0000

I figured out that running the 50 States is going to cost me about $5,000 in race fees ALONE. That doesn’t include travel, food, shoes, clothes, etc… I’m trying to figure out if I can somehow get sponsored.

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By: Xenia

Xenia — Sat, 02 Aug 2008 20:42:16 +0000

I only have one tech shirt right now. It’s getting pretty stinky, let me tell you. I already knew my shopping spree in the states was going to be bad. This just reinforces it.

Pray for my bank account.

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By: Steve

Steve — Thu, 31 Jul 2008 01:20:09 +0000

I have to disagree as the costs are all relative if you want to participate in a sport.

You don’t need to pay a membership, an entrance fee or use any mechanical or metallic equipment to train. Also for convenience, what other sport can you do from your door to your office with only a change of shoes/ shorts and a t-shirt?

I bought a new pair of Nike Pegasus runners on Wednesday which cost me A$200… way more than the last pair 3 years ago; but on Tuesday I just paid for a service on my bike which cost A$300. On the race front I can do a local 10k event for $A20 or play a round of golf for A$40!

Therefore in comparison I would say running is definitely the cheapest sport/ keep fit regime. You could say ocean swimming is better value, but you still need to get to the ocean or pay to live near water! I also snowboard, ride a bike and play golf – these are expensive sports!

By: Audrey

Audrey — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 20:53:23 +0000

My biggest expense after shoes is travel and race entries. The running itself isn't costly but when you like to go away for a day trip and a run in a nice place, that starts to add up. Audreys last blog post..Freezin’ The Balls Off A Brass Monkey!!

By: Viper

Viper — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 18:37:43 +0000

And don't forget the post-run hydrating! I can skip the Garmin, but not the Guinness. Vipers last blog post..Moderate Milestones

By: Blaine Moore (Run to Win)

Blaine Moore (Run to Win) — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:46:55 +0000

Even with those expenses, running is cheaper than other sports and hobbies. Even with travel and vacation expenses and getting a coaching certification, I've spent a mere percentage of what it would cost me to be a hockey player or football player. Blaine Moore (Run to Win)s last blog post..Would you give your medical information to a race?

By: Duff

Duff — Tue, 29 Jul 2008 13:39:52 +0000

I read the same thing several years ago.
My Athletic Supporter (wife) asked me why it is that I always end up with the most expensive shoe when I get a fitting.

Don’t forget Running Times. Even though it is owned by Runners World you have to know how the other side sees it. The seamless running shorts and blister free socks, the cool sunglasses, and the fleece orange hunters vest (for cold mornings 3 hours b4 the sun comes up). When I gear up I usually have some theme going through my head like those Montages from the A-team.
Of all of these things the most important is the RoadID or something like it. It is piece of mind for My Athletic Supporters and myself.

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