Plodder
A runner who moves slowly and heavily, but keeps going. Often used as a term of endearment or self-deprecation.
Who is a Plodder?
A Plodder isn't winning any races, but they are out there getting it done. The term implies a heavy, slow, deliberate pace.
The Plodder's Pride
There is no shame in plodding. In fact, "The Plod" is a state of zen-like endurance where speed doesn't matter, only forward motion.
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Originally a derogatory term used by elitists to describe recreational runners, now often reclaimed as a badge of honor.
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A training method focused on running long distances at a comfortable, conversational pace to build aerobic endurance.
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