Gray Horn
Slang for getting passed by an older runner (usually with grey hair).
The Gray Horn
You're sprinting to the finish, lungs burning, when a 70-year-old with silver hair glides past you effortlessly. You've just been Gray Horned.
Respect
It's a humbling reminder that running is a lifelong sport, and "old man strength" (or "old lady strength") is a very real phenomenon.
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Age Grouper
An amateur runner who competes against others in their specific age category (e.g., Men 40-44) rather than for the overall win.
Chicked
A slang term (sometimes controversial) describing when a male runner gets passed by a female runner during a race.
Veteran
An experienced runner who has been logging miles for many years.
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