Everyone out there who's a regular runner knows that the last 17 seconds of anything, especially a marathon, are the hardest. The last stretch takes longer and is more exhausting than any other part of the run. We feel tired, we aren't sure if we're doing the right thing or if crossing the finish line is even worth it...
Life, as well as running, is not a spectator sport. Win, lose or draw, the game, the run, is all about progress. Whether we want it to be or not. So go ahead. Argue with the refs. Change the rules. Cheat a little. Take a break. And tend to your wounds. But play... Play… Play hard. Play fast. Play loose and free. Play as if there is no tomorrow. Because it’s not whether you win or lose. It’s how you play the game. It's how you handle those last 17 seconds. You have to be strong. You have to push on. And most importantly, you have to believe in yourself. You might not have handled things perfectly. You might have disappointed a lot of people during the run, but at least you know you weren't afraid to stick with your beliefs...
There's going to be a lot of consequences when I come back. But I'm ready to face them, because I know I gave it my all. Win or lose, I rocked at playing the game...
