The Joy of Running

Jodha, Maroo, Vikas and Pratul, four of my friends ran the Mumbai Marathon today. Jodha, Madoo and Vikas ran the half marathon (21.0975 Kms) and Pratul, the full marathon (42.195 Kms). It was a joyous and fulfilling experience for all of them. Each had there own tale to tell. I felt that it was almost like the journey of life with ups and down on the way (literally), faltering and recovering, running, slowing and then pacing again. One thing you realize is that we can stretch ourselves; and stretch ourselves beyond imagination (if you don’t believe that… just say… ‘Forty two point one nine five kilometers’ and pause for two seconds… you will realize). All we need is a goal, a little nourishment (which in this case came from oranges, bananas and perk) and encouragement (which came from the viewers). The most fundamental thing is the goal and a will to achieve it. Kudos to the four!!