JJ: Distance Running Doesn't Define Me

Kevin Beck writes about his passion for distance running on his web site:

"I count myself as fortunate in that I have one passion, one signature characteristic, that screams inside and out, 'This is who I am. This is what I am.' I don't know if everyone has such a frenetic locus in their soul or not. For many it's career, or children, or religion, or service. For me it is distance running, where I have spent many years and tears."

I don't exactly know what a "frenetic locus" is, but I'm pretty sure distance running isn't mine. And though a smooth, strong 2-3-hour Sunday morning run may be one of the week's highlights, it certainly isn't my religion. And it doesn't define me. To me, distance running simply is one (important) piece in my toolbox for living a healthy, happy, and balanced life. - John