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Grant MOrris

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​I was a runner.  Was is the key word.  A decade ago and a 100 lbs.  River city runners in Parkersburg was my club back in the day.   See, I had to do Parkersburg because if I didn't drive I might just collect a t-shirt and turn around.  But, if I drove then I’d run it.  
 
Fast forward to Genesis.  I started a weight loss journey from a high of 392 to around 310.  I knew I needed motivation and Genesis provided it.  The weekly workouts, even though they were virtual, made me committed.   I didn't want to let anyone down… Ha!
 
The day of the race I arrived at 7:15 for the 9:30 race.  I decided I'd jog one of the smaller trails to make sure I could do it.  
 
Nope.  Nada.  Canceled. I was not gonna embarrass myself. So I got in my car and left.  I made it to the park entrance and stopped. I was trying to convince myself that if nothing else I could walk.  Then I got mad.  Here I am, I've put the work in, I followed the plan and I know, easy start, strong finish.  
 
I surely started slow and I guess charging across the finish line constitutes finishing strong.  Before the run I introduced myself to Matt and there was no way I wasn't gonna finish if I had to crawl.  
 
Do it.  Just do it.  Try for goodness sake.  If I can do it anyone can.  Running is cathartic; it is the best anti depressant and stress reliever I've found. 
 
I cried in my car afterward.  Not an easy thing to admit for a 38 year old man.  I finished several 5ks years ago in half the time but I've never been prouder of myself.  God saw me through and if you just try I promise you, you will see that mustard seed grow into a happiness that makes you cry for joy.  
 
Running for me feels like church.  I feel connected to myself and everything around me.  Am I the fastest? Not at all but while I run God is with me and I am unbeaten so far.  
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  • Articles and Links
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  • UROC17
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  • Rim to River 100
  • walking
  • Lessons from Leadville