Okay, so I saw this thing online about Bucky Irving’s 40-yard dash time, and I got curious. I mean, I’m no athlete, but I like to mess around and see how I stack up against the pros, even if it’s just for laughs.
Getting Started
First, I needed to figure out where to even do this. My apartment’s definitely not big enough. I remembered there’s a park nearby with a decent-sized field. That seemed like the best bet. So, I grabbed my phone (for timing, of course) and a pair of old sneakers, and headed out.
The Setup
Once I got to the park, I found a relatively flat stretch of grass. It wasn’t perfect, probably not as smooth as what the pros run on, but it would do. I paced out roughly 40 yards – I just kinda eyeballed it, honestly, stepping it out heel-to-toe like I saw someone do once. No fancy measuring tape here!
The Runs
- First Attempt: Oh boy. I took off, legs pumping, and felt pretty good… for about 10 yards. Then, my lungs started burning, and my legs felt like lead. I used the stopwatch on my phone, and let’s just say it wasn’t pretty. Way slower than Bucky, obviously.
- Second Attempt: I took a longer break this time, did some stretches (which I probably should have done before the first run, oops), and tried again. Still felt slow, but maybe a tiny bit better? The time was… slightly improved.
- Third Attempt: Okay, I was determined to get at least one decent run in. I focused on my form (or what I thought was good form), pushed off hard, and… well, it was still tough. But! I felt like I got a better start this time, and my time reflected that – a little bit faster again.
The (Humbling) Results
I won’t bore you with my actual times, because they’re embarrassing. Let’s just say I have a newfound respect for Bucky Irving and anyone who can run that fast. My times were all over the place, and nowhere near the pro level. It was a good workout, though, and I got some fresh air. Maybe I’ll try this again sometime, after a lot more practice… or maybe I’ll just stick to watching football on TV.
It was a fun little experiment, even if I proved to myself that I’m definitely not built for speed. It gave me a good excuse to get outside and get a little exercise, and a greater appreciation for the hard work athletes put it to do what they do. And who knows, I will keep practicing to become better!
