--- Robin Hanson <[EMAIL PROTECTED]> wrote: "This is a confused about economics explanation.... They could spend the same effort they spent training for the race and running it doing their usual kind of job...."
That's a good point. Of course, people who are salaried can't get a few extra bucks by staying late at the office since they're salaried. Wage earners really don't have that option, if every job I've ever had is any indication, since taking overtime is generally regarded as a cardinal sin except when specifically mandated by the company. They could get part-time jobs during their normal jogging time, but I don't see many help wanted ads asking for someone to work for seven hours a week. You'll have to convince me that the extra-work option is viable. They could sell Amway or Mary Kay for seven hours a week, but then they'd give up that good healthy exercise. If they're going to exercise anyway, then running isn't much sacrifice, as I suggested. Best regards, jsh __________________________________________________ Do You Yahoo!? Yahoo! Finance - Get real-time stock quotes http://finance.yahoo.com
