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Inside The Injured Runner's Mind 2 Days Before Race Day

Twas two days before race day,
And all through the house,
The injured runner's mind
Was scurrying around like a mouse.

Is this a good idea?
Should she even try?
What if she can't finish?
What if pain makes her cry?

The time on the clock isn't important.
PRs won't be had
A finish will be enough
To make this runner glad.

Some say she shouldn't do it.
Some say she shouldn't try.
Some say she should just stop running.
Many don't understand her why.

But you see this girl is a strong one.
One who doesn't easily give up.
She's determined. And she's strong.
And she knows that she is enough.


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