On July 7, Sunday, my friend and I went to Ipoh for the Ipoh International Marathon.  My friend, one year younger than I, he's 74, went for the half-marathon (21 km) whereas I opted for the 10 km (quarter-marathon).  The run started at 7.00 a.m. and I completed mine in 70 minutes and my friend completed his 21 km run in 2 hours and 40 minutes.  We were both happy with our achievements.  I believe more than 5000 people took part in all categories - also the 7 km and 5 km for the school-children.
There is something to be said about taking part in competitive running.  You tend to put more effort and you feel energised as you are running with thousands of other runners.  My usual morning jog is more a casual affair and one tends to take it easy.  Yes, I love running.  It's my adrenalin, and I keep myself healthy.