"One day you will show up. You will become a runner - even on the days you don't want to get out of bed. From the first hesitant strides to the moment you find your rhythm, running will evolve from a challenge to an exhilarating escape. with each kilometre conquered, you will taste the intoxicating sweetness of progress. Of being delicate and daring, bold and gentle, fierce and tender; realising that your strength knows no bounds. And within that realisation, you'll fall in love, not only with the act of running but with the vibrant community that surrounds it.
It's in this camaraderie that you'll find a tapestry of stories, dreams, and aspirations woven together. From the hushed breaths exchanged during late evening runs to the triumphant cheers at the finish lines, these connections form an intricate web of shared experiences.
So it's really not about the running. It's about the extraordinary community that knows that just for showing up, you are enough - and you are never alone."
- Written by Hana Sho