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Kind and In Kind

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As I conclude my “season” – essentially the first half of the year – I look back at my experiences.

I went through a series of disappointing injuries. Often these were not overuse related, such as strains. Instead, the variety came in the form of single-episode injuries triggered by the most tragic of reasons, such as a shoe that was too tight (putting me out of running for more than a month?). Furthermore, I wasn’t able to meet my time goal for this season.

Nonetheless, disappointments and frustrations aside, I probably experience some of the sweetest blessings. They’re arguably simple, yet the simplicity can be meaningful. For one, I received a Garmin Forerunner 15 from my classmates. This undoubtedly aided me in my running journey, having managed to track my many runs on Strava. In addition, I was offered a free foam roller from a kind running forum user. I’m still not certain if it provides any significant physiological benefit, though the psychological benefit is present. Last but not least, a kind runner offered to sell me a brand new, yet heavily discounted Garmin HR Monitor for my FR15, fuelling my interest in understanding the science of running.

The running community is kind – I’ve received its blessings in kind. I’ve gradually come to run for aspects far greater than myself or my goals. I do want to pay the kindness forward – within the community and beyond. When suitable opportunities come along, I’ll seize them, kindly.

Moses
Moseshttps://immanental.blogspot.com
I was first introduced to the local running scene when together with some friends, I decided to sign up for Sundown Marathon in 2012. Though new to running races, I wasn't new to running. I wasn't planning to settle for anything less than completing a full marathon for my first race - this I painstakingly managed. Thereafter came the goal of completing well... and I did (by my standards) during the Standard Chartered Marathon Singapore 2012. Since then, my running journey has developed (despite interruptions) and I continue seeking to maximise whatever passion and talent I may be blessed with.

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