I went running a few days ago with the jogging stroller (and kiddo) with a certain distance in mind.

In years past, I would have run that distance through pain, sweat, and tears without stopping.

Holy crap, how things have changed. It could be I’m out of shape or that I’m maturing, but I realized walking during a run isn’t the end of the world. (I’m pretty sure I’m just out of shape.)

No matter what caused this change within, I’m glad it happened. My running style has changed.

I no longer need to stare at the Garmin pushing to stay under that certain pace.

I don’t need to listen to music to get me going.

I no longer judge other runners on their distance or pace.

I don’t need to compare other runners with myself.

My running philosophy has changed.

Newbie, veteran, or somewhere in between, we are all runners together.

I finally grew up as a runner.

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