'Twas the days after Christmas, when all through the house
Not a creature was stirring, not even a mouse;
The trainers were tucked in a cupboard with care,
In hopes that a runner soon would be there;
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The leggings were folded all snug in the drawer
The t shirts, the socks and oh, so much more.
The newbies on Couch and the ones with badge won,
Have all been determined to have so much fun.
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When all of a sudden there is a feeling about
That makes all the runners just want to get out!
Away to the bathroom, they go like a flash,
Get all the gear on and to warm-up they dash.
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The weak, early sunlight that shines through the day
Gives a sparkle to routes that we'll take today....
So out into the daylight the runners they go
Into the sunshine, the rain, wind or snow.
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With bob hats and sleek shoes, maybe ear-buds too,
Gifts that were asked for, and bought just for you.
Too much may have been eaten, just one chocolate more?
We know that we'll feel it as we head through the door.
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The tummy is turning, as we tighten the laces,
Will we be able to go through our paces?
Steady the breathing, as we start on our way,
Relaxed, slowly warming up, just as they say.
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The voice in the earphones, tells us the plan.
Measuring steps and we do what we can.
Over the pavements the fields or the trail,
A smile on our lips and we know we'll not fail.
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A turn-around point and it's time to turn back
Now, return home as we head down the track.
The end of the session, the finish in sight
Hearts full and minds eased and steps, oh so light
We cool-down and stretch, we've completed our run.
And murmur with joy .. “ Now wasn't that fun “ !
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Wishing everyone a Happy, Healthy and Run filled New Year.
Oldfloss xxx
With apologies to Clement Clarke Moore.
Post grad running in Croatia! 😍🏝
Just happy to run 
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