Why I’m Proud to Be an Average Runner

We're Not Kilian

Unless you're setting course records like Courtney Dauwalter or your last name is Jornet, you're probably just like me: a regular person who loves running but won't be remembered in the history books of this sport.

And you know what? That's fantastic.

(Photo by Chris Drüke)Nobody Cares

When I show up to a race, nobody's making predictions about my finish. There's no pressure to hit a certain time or place, not even in my age group. If I have a terrible day, no sponsors or fans are d...