By Jameson
The ringing of the cowbell only furthered the feeling of
accomplishment, acting as a shot pushing my worn out body into a newfound
reserve to finish strong after 15.6 miles of brutal hills and valleys.
A
combination of the smiling faces of aid station volunteers and the never-ending
motivation from fellow runners is the glue that holds you together as miles
threaten to break down your body.
The
Beacon Rock 25k trail race offered this desk jockey athlete the perfect venue
to discover the breaking point and paved the way for a new mantra: leave
nothing on the table.
This
mantra was born on a jagged switchback trail where, calves screaming and heart
pumping, the basalt cliffs and rolling Columbia basin views threatened to pull
me off the trail with their beauty, I was hit by the simple philosophy.
For
fellow desk jockey athletes there is no greater reward than reaching a
hard-earned goal and carrying that feeling home like a trophy. My true trophy
So
I sit, empty can of salsa con queso still rolling on the floorboard, quad shot
Americano's occupying the cup holder and Yellow Ledbetter blaring on the radio,
setting the tone for yet another successful adventure.
Finishing
time: 2 hours 54 min., Scotty’s finishing time: 3hours 13minutes.
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