In the little time I’ve known you, I can tell you have spent your entire life showing up for other people. You make people believe in themselves simply because you believe in them first.
Today, all of that comes back to you!!
Every person who your kindness has ever inspired, every life you’ve touched, every runner you’ve encouraged, every friend you’ve lifted. We are all with you on this trail. You may feel alone or tired, but there is a silent army of people who are willing you forward.
There will be moments today when quitting feels reasonable. In those moments, remember who you are.
You are the person who chooses courage over comfort.
The person who keeps promises to yourself.
The person who serves others even when you’re tired.
The person who has never measured success by ease, but by purpose.
This trail doesn’t get to decide who you are.
The pain doesn’t get to decide who you are.
The clock doesn’t get to decide who you are.
You do.
When you reach the victory lap around that track, people won’t remember your pace or your splits, they’ll feel your joy and love for the sport. They’ll remember your example.
The finish line has been waiting for you long before you ever toed the start line. In fact, we are all waiting for you. Go get that finish line!