Why I Run
"Every runner has a story, and this is one of mine..." "Running has given me moments like this-where I feel free, strong, and at peace with myself. " I wasn’t always a runner. In fact, I used to hate running. Growing up, I struggled with self-esteem, social anxiety, and being a little on the heavier side. On top of that, I was an overthinker, constantly questioning everything I did. I often wondered, "Maybe this is just who I am." Some of my siblings trained by running, and every now and then, I’d tag along. It sucked. I couldn’t keep up, and I hated how it made me feel. But deep down, even as that little girl, I wanted to be better—even if I didn’t know how. Find Myself Through Running It wasn’t until college that I decided I was ready for a change. I wanted to improve every part of myself—physically, mentally, and emotionally. I started small: 5 minutes of running, followed by walking. The next day, I pushed for 10 minutes. I’ll never forget how proud I...