Back on Track

I just started running again this week for the first time in five months, and what a rush it was. Although it was only a mile, because I have to start out slow since it's been so long, the feeling of simply running was most prominent on that Wednesday afternoon. Everyone wants to know What makes a man run? People can't understand why a man runs. They don't see any sport in it. Argue it lacks the sight and thrill of body contact. Yet, the conflict is there, more raw and challenging than any man versus man competition. For in running it is man against himself, the cruelest of opponents. The other runners are not the real enemies. His adversary lies within him, in his ability, with brain and heart to master himself and his emotions. Personally, I feel that theres no greater accomplishment, physically or mentally, than beating your previous time.