Ode to Trail Running

Ode to Trail Running

Every time I finish, I cannot help but return renewed and rejoiced.

I may leave in good mood… although it could be brooding,… tired…. pensive…robotic…

BUT….. WITH EVERY RETURN - I am in a state of calm, state of capable, state of patience, and willingness to engage

All because of an hour of dirt, rock, and tree stumps under my feet. The winding creek with a soothing, melodic groove gives me grace when skirting its boundaries with foot strikes and advances down the capricious route. 

I feel like there is an aura around me when I run a trail. I feel the buzzz of the energy… it can literally carry me up the hill and drive my galloping soul, manipulating its way around the bends and pursuing the straightaways with intention. 

I imagine trail running in the afterlife. I imagine a dog on my side - it knows the glory 

I hope you also have something that helps you unleash your spirit 💫