Originally written in March 2026
What motivates me to jump into a race with absolutely no planning?
Simple.
I hang out with running legends.
And when, for whatever reason, one of them can’t make it to a race, they very generously pass their spot on to me. 
Naturally, I accept.
Because, you know…
running is good for my mental health.
Although, now that I think about it, the logic behind accepting random race entries with no preparation might itself be a little…
mental.
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