"Running Philosophy" - a poem by Slava D.

Here is a striking little poem just published on the Sri Chinmoy Inspiration Group by Slava, one of the nicest I read in months.

Beautiful imagery, well balanced structure, and a delightful rhythm. Also, the rhyming is not forced, but it nicely adds to the whole. I know how difficult that is -- I have been striving to add rhyming to my poems for ages.

I am very inspired by it, not only as a amateur poet, but as a wannabe runner.

RUNNING PHILOSOPHY

A runner's feel for the pace
Is delicate and unique:
It matters not if slow or fast,
But for how long it is there to last.

Intensity of breath is the key,
If kept steady and free.
Perceived effort is the guide,
If driven by good measure – not pride.

Above all is the sense of purpose
When struggling with pain – what a circus!
The body, an instrument of sorts.
High above, a satisfied lover of sports.

Slava D.