Some of us are better runners than others. But all of us are good. For proof of that, stop focusing exclusively on whos ahead of you. For a truer picture of where you stand, turn around and look behind. Look at all the people there who go more slowly than you do in this race. In particular, look at the people who arent there. Look at those who began training for this event and didnt get to the starting line. Look at those who say theyll run a race in a someday that never comes. Look at those who wont or cant run at all. This isnt an invitation to look down on the people behind you. Its a plea not to get down on yourself. Dont disparage your running, no matter what your ability. Resolve never again to say, I only ran X minutes for X miles, or Im just a jogger. Dont let anyone tell you youre too this or that to be a runner. Take pride in your work. ~ Joe Henderson
Posted on: Wed, 15 Oct 2014 11:17:56 +0000