Hey! So I’m new to trail running and I’m not sure yet about all the roots. During last Saturday’s run, I didn’t fall but I had plenty of trips and stumbles.

A blessing or a curse? I don’t know yet.

What I do know is the trails are challenging me to slow down and pay attention. Both of which I want to do more of in this season. The blessing, the unexpected gift from the roots on the trail.

How about you? What do you want more of? Share with me in the comments below.

Poem of the Day:

WILD AND FREE

Reckless runner coming through I’m new on the trails— have no idea what I’m getting myself into The woods are greatThe pine needles too But boy are these Roots slowing me down Higher than you thinkSticking way up from the ground Lift your kneesPay attention You don’t want to fall in the mud Get those sneakers over the rootOr you’ll land with a thud Roots rule the trail An obstacle each runTrip stumbles Won’t stop me I respect what I’m Up againstI say Run wild and free

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