There’s just something poetically beautiful about running during fall
There’s a lot of reasons runners like running during the fall in general
The biggest being that paces drop quickly.
The doubts that plagued whether you’d hit your peak fitness over the summer because you can’t get anywhere near your normal pacing.
It rather melts away as it gets cooler, the worries and the slower pacing
Stepping out for a regular run, the wind nibbles on your skin
You kind of wonder if you made the right choice for your clothes, but you know better
Once you get going, you’ll be thankful for what you chose
Waiting around for the rest of the group, it’s time
To set off on another long run
Let me set the scene as you begin running through the trees
Wherever you are in the fall season
The typical colors begin to set in the leaves
The trees start to let go; the leaves are trickling down
Making for a nice ground cover and crisp crunchy leaves
Remember questioning our wardrobe?
What previously was a cold wind is now a cool breeze caressing your skin
The breeze is now a gift, as we’re plenty comfortable
Blood flowing, a small bead of sweat trickles
The scenery is ethereal.
Reds, Oranges, Yellows, and Browns
Making their way to the ground from their branches of
Maple, Persimmon, White Ash, and Gum Trees
‘Tis its own season for the fall’s version of snow.
Back to running
How has it been several miles already? Heading back to the start so soon?
It feels like we just started, where did the time go?
Distracted by the breeze and the beautiful scene must have put me in a flow.
Slowing to a walk upon finishing, it’s time to say goodbye to the leaves, already missing the picturesque views.
I hope to go on another run soon.