To quit or not to quit?

Pre-College Issues High School Life
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<p>A little BG: Hi, i'm sure that I want to attempt for the IVIES. I have a 4.0 unweighted; all APs; members of NHS; I hold leadership positions in some clubs (math team, debate team); I have started a club; etc, etc.</p>

<p>I have been on track since the beginning of the track season this year (my sophomore year). </p>

<p>I don't really like it. The only reason I joined was "to look good." Now! Before you chastise me: I know that this is bad, and that I should do things because I'm "passionate, and yadayada." </p>

<p>So, I'm just wondering if I should quit track as of now or should I just stick with it my remaining 3 years of high school?</p>

<p>I know that I'm not going to be a recruited athlete; how much of a "boost" would be in track provide me? </p>

<p>Would being just a plain member of track provide any boost to admissions, or am I just wasting my time? </p>

<p>Is it worth practicing every day of the week except for Sundays?</p>

<p>I really want to quit because I realize that I'm not running for fun, but for "padding the resume," but... I recognize that, inevitably, some padding HAS to be done. </p>

<p>Thanks in advance!</p>

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<p>Being a plain member would hardly provide that boost. </p>

<p>Pad your resume with something that you have interest in and are willing to be heavily involved in.</p>

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No, by the way you phrase it, you don’t understand it.</p>

<p>And yes, from what you’ve said, you should quit. Find a few clubs/sports/activities you DO like and pursue those.</p>

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<p>You don’t “have” to do anything. It’s completely up to you.</p>

<p>That being said, no, being a plain member doesn’t look very spectacular, and I do recommend quitting if you don’t enjoy it.</p>

<p>And…</p>

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<p>Doesn’t sound like you’re giving the argument much thought. Confirmation bias ftl.</p>