trial run

I ran one mile. On the treadmill, zero incline, moderate speed, just to see if I hurt afterwards. It's been five weeks since my last run. To my surprise, this one mile came easy, effortless, as if I have been running forever.

Only a week ago sheer walking for an extended time still brought the pain back. But now I am fine.

So far I have been, in the best case, a reluctant runner, running only because I want to run a marathon, not because I like to run. Nevertheless, I am now ready, eager, keen on running again.