Is Running Considered a Hobby?

When I first read this article at zenhabits about commitments, I was surprised that he classified running as a hobby. I’ve never thought of my running as a hobby.
But after reading these online definitions:

• a spare-time recreational pursuit.
• an activity pursued for pleasure or relaxation and not as a main occupation.
• an interest engaged in primarily for pleasure.
• something a person enjoys doing (usually frequently) in his/her spare time and not for pay.

I came to the conclusion...that for me, running is a hobby.

Fringe activities connected to running.

start to finish

reflection of a tree in a puddle
overflowing culverts
the squish of cold water in my shoe

Really Big List of Hobbies

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