The Runner

Sea breezes
Grab my hair
Cool my face

Warm, morning sun
Illuminates my path
Heats the back of my neck

 Steady footfalls
Rubber on pavement
Rhythmic motion
One - two
Inhale - exhale

 Solitary
No opponent
Clipping at my heels
No crowd
Cheering my name
No finish line
With waiting officials

Just me
Internal coach
Personal cheerleader

Push!
You got this!
Don't give up!
Further!

Muscles strain
Every step
Driving limbs
Arms pump
Legs propel
Mind reaching

Mental list
Motivation
Improve my health
Shed the pounds
Personal best
Time for me
Just to prove I can


 July 2012