Today I got outside for the first time in several months. We have been given a respite in Tennessee from the cold, frigid temperatures with a breezy, partly sunny, 50 degree day. Perfect! I headed out on the running trail circling the scenic track of Drakes Creek Park, enjoying the breathing in of fresh clean air (much welcomed after the past two months of stale, sweaty, indoor treadmill running).
I turned a corner heading into the breeze. I became obsessed with the awareness of my cap, loosely sitting on my head. I considered tightening the strap to secure it more firmly on my head. Doing so disrupts the rhythm of the run and the breath pattern. I hesitated. Finally after the nagging thought and loose cap continued to disrupt my peace of mind, I did remove my cap. Facing into the breeze a new freedom emerged as my hair flew behind me, away from my face. Freedom! The moment occurred simultaneously with the muscles pumping in effort against the wind, my breathing became more intentional and strained.
Once again being present to all aspects of the run allowed me to enjoy the strain of muscles along with the freedom of my hair flying in the breeze. Realize and be present to all aspects of your journey. Search for the moments of enjoyment that if allowed can occur simultaneously with the straining experience of daily living.
"I will run with perseverance the race that is set before me!"
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