Once an Amish Runner: Tensions of Living Deliberately

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International Journal of Media Culture and Literature
Volume:2 Issue:4
Once an Amish Runner: Tensions of Living Deliberately

Once an Amish Runner: Tensions of Living Deliberately

Authors : Douglas HOCHSTETLER, Phd VALLEY

Pages : 1-26

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Publication Date : 2016-12-01

Article Type : Research Paper

Abstract :This article examines the theme of living deliberately, a concept prominent in both American philosophy and literature and one pertinent to the broader field of Kinesiology. The method for this project includes comparing the practices and commitments of Old Order Amish runners, as described by Bart Yasso insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(2012);, with the writings of John L. Parker insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(1978); and Henry David Thoreau insert ignore into journalissuearticles values(1964);. Several tensions become apparent when examining these works, tensions which provide a deeper understanding of what it means to strive towards a deliberately lived existence. This article focuses on three such tensions: work and play; the individual and community; and depth and breadth of experience
Keywords : Running, Running Motivation, Commitment, Attitude

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