I mean, think about it. I make you follow some hot chick into a closet. Then I let you out of the closet and you have to run at the exact speed I want you to, and if you don't I beat you. Once you finish running I put a hat on you and lock you in a little bit bigger closet. Really
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It's just a form of entertainment some people prefer. I for one don't but I can understand why others do. Also it isn't as bleak as you describe it.