Today, at the ING New York City Marathon, I saw runners smile, cry, and in pain. But they all had something in common: a feeling of accomplishment.
I heard so many different languages in Central Park. It inspires me that runners from all over the world came to this magical city – some not even knowing a word of English – to physically and mentally take themselves out of their comfort zone to follow a cause, a dream, a passion.
They inspire me to take myself out of my comfort zone. And to always look forward to the finish line: a future of infinite, positive, happy, and creative possibilities.
Paula Radcliffe (Great Britain), winner of women’s division. She finished in 2:23:09, and she just had a baby in January!
Photo: AP Photo/Kathy Willens
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