Running

For the past two years, running has been a steady rhythm in my life. It has shaped my routines, anchored my weeks, and given me a familiar sense of ongoing progress and productivity. Like many runners, I have grown accustomed to measuring time in miles, tracking the ebb and flow of training cycles, and moving

Running has long been associated with speed. PRs and finish times often dominate the conversation, and for many, the idea of being a “real runner” has felt tied to how fast you can cover the miles. But if you take a closer look at race courses, weekend warriors on the trails, and local running clubs

Running slowly is often misunderstood. To outsiders — or even to faster runners — it can seem like something people settle for. A temporary state until fitness improves or a phase that runners hope to outgrow. But for many of us, slow running isn’t a detour. It’s the destination. Running at a gentle, sustainable pace

If you had told me a few years ago that I’d be singing the praises of running slow, I probably would’ve laughed and said slow running just meant I was out of shape. But here we are. Fully converted. Full-time slow runner. And I’m not trying to change. And honestly, running slow is what allowed