who are you to say where people should get their inspiration to run from? you get your "lift" through introspection, self-reflection, etc.
some people just like hearing catchy beats and it makes them feel good and enjoy running more.
if someone is enjoying running through whatever means and it's not DIRECTLY bothering anyone else, it's fine.
here's a kicker for you...dathan ritzenhein admits to using ipods.
He says, "I used to think that it made you tough, but now since I don’t have that mental stamina I have resorted to music and TV to keep me from going crazy! My in-laws got me an iHome for Christmas and I have that downstairs now with my Alter-G, Bike and elliptical. I have to say I find myself being able to go so much longer without going crazy. I even want to get a waterproof MP3 player for the underwater treadmill."
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i guess by your logic dathan is just a wussy hobber jogger huh - now get off your high-horse.