Five miles steady

I am ready—

Sneakers double laced

I will stick to my pace.

Breathe in confidence

Exhale doubt

I will not back down

I’m in the arena now—

Resilience shining through

Fight and courage too

My legs charge with every stride

My arms glide at my side

Body, heart, mind in sync—

I give a wink

A secret I know for me

To run with joy and be free

I’m on the move

With nothing to prove

Strong like a mother

I am no other

I am a runner

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