Kings of the Trail #133
- Luke Jarman
- Sep 12
- 2 min read
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“Every act of will is an act of self-limitation. To desire action is to desire limitation. In that sense, every act is an act of self-sacrifice. When you choose anything, you reject everything else.”
G. K. Chesterton
Running, particularly trail running, is, in reality, a rejection of comfort and ease. When we step out into the wild, often leaving paved paths behind, we are embracing the unpredictability of nature and the adventure that lies ahead. In these times, we push ourselves to be uncomfortable - whether tackling tough climbs, rough weather, or taking on longer distances and routes. We test and sometimes push our bodies to their limits while at the same time changing our expectations of what we can achieve. So the question then becomes: what are we willing to reject and limit in our lives in order to see the growth and improvements in the area we want to perform in? Time is limited, so choose to reject the easy and strive for the hard, whatever that may mean for you…
Until next week, be safe and enjoy the trails...
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📸 Agua Amarga, Nijar, Spain
Each week, I update the Kings of the Trail playlist with a new selection of music. Like trail runs or hikes, the playlist will be varied and eclectic, but hopefully, there will be something for everyone to enjoy…
Back to the banging beats this week! Time to liven things up - there is some solid motivation to get up and get moving in this track. The slick beats, interesting tune and a light bouncing vibe will all help get you out the door and reject any other choices that could be made except exercising and enjoying nature…let’s do this…
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