Getting physical
"Running or walking for charity also is growing because the physical demands to compete in a race build an emotional commitment to its cause," says an Arizona Republic columnist.
But that growth is also a creating a saturation of events in some area. And many charities have unrealistic fund-raising expectations.
Marathons, triathlons, and trail races may offer that same physical appeal. Completing an event that is more demanding than other events - or even other races - provides satisfaction to many runners and encourages them to register for more races that will produce those same feelings.
It's like racing to the top of a hill. It takes exertion and it results in success.
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