These are not suggestions but fundamental laws for those who run with integrity.
Do not give running advice unless you are asked.
Do not tell your running troubles to others unless you are sure they want to hear them.
When on another's route, show it respect or else do not run there.
If another runner disrupts your training, address it directly and without compromise.
Do not force your pace upon others unless they signal they want to match it.
Do not take aid that does not belong to you unless the giver is clearly offering relief.
If you deny the power of consistent training after having called upon it with success, you shall lose all you have gained.
Do not complain about any race, route, or training you need not subject yourself to.
Do not discourage young, old, or beginning runners.
Do not harm animals on your route unless you are defending yourself.
When running in open territory, bother no one. If someone bothers you, ask them to stop. If they do not stop, end their interference decisively.
