I only run...

What is it about runners? We downplay every accomplishment. No matter how significant, it's never enough.

Depending on the runner you meet, you'll hear things like

I’ve only run 10 marathons.

I’ve only run 2 half-marathons.

I only run a 13-minute mile.

I only run a 10-minute mile.

I only run a 7-minute mile.

I only run… I only run… I only run… You fill in the blank. No better yet, don’t.

I only run. It’s enough right there.

I only run. It’s all there is.

I only run. Three of the most beautiful words in the world.