I Believe in Running by Jordan Odvody

It was once said by a famous runner that Some people create with words, or with music, or with a brush and paints. I like to make something beautiful when I run. I like to make people see the painting I make or the music I make when I run. I like to make people stop and say, I've never seen anyone run like that before . It's more than just a race. It's a style, it's a lifestyle. It's doing something better than anyone else. It's being creative.

This wasn't just any ordinary man this was Michael Johnson who is said to be one of the fastest men to have walked on a track. He didn't just inspire people to get up and run he showed the world that color of skin doesn't matter where all the same. Running isn't just something someone does to get in shape or for that person who thinks there over weight to lose a couple of pounds it's a life style.

Running allows people to be free. It takes you to a special place and makes you feel like you can fly. Some people say that running can be painful if too much is done this is just another obstacle to overcome and makes you feel better at what you do and how you live.

Michael Johnson also showed people that if you believe in yourself you can accomplish anything on your feet or in them running shoes if you believe in yourself you can do anything if you work hard enough. Johnson broke nine of his own records every time he raced because he loved to run and compete and have fun. He didn't believe in a wall which is a running term that when you get to the point you can't feel your legs anymore you get tired and you seem to slow down a lot. He made people realize if you work hard enough you can work through this wall.

When I'm asked why I run I don't tell them it's to lose weight or to be the best at a sport I tell them the enjoyment and fun you can have running. Running can be anywhere at any time no matter what's going on in the busy high school life to clear your mind about the upcoming speech or next test to help you relax. Running is a passion and it's my passion and it's what I love to do so when people ask me what I believe in I tell them running. This is why I believe in running