# @runmarycain on Instagram

- **Type:** Image
- **Original URL:** https://www.instagram.com/p/B9ryTdkpD2Z
- **Gondola URL:** https://gondola.cc/posts/164497-runmarycain-instagram
- **Thumbnail:** https://img.gondola.cc/tr:w-,h-,fo-auto/postThumbnails/80e1cae36b.jpg
- **Posted:** 2020-03-13T18:38:12.000+00:00
- **Account Owner:** Mary Cain (@runmarycain) — https://gondola.cc/runmarycain

## Caption

This Tuesday I had the pleasure of joining the @njnytc team for a workout. Since then, it feels a lot has changed. Going to the track today to meet my friend @danielwinnn I felt a sort of heaviness. My usual excitement and motivation felt flat.
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These are scary times and it’s ok to feel the emotions attached with that. It makes it harder to get out and run when there’s so much uncertainty in the world. Why go run if all of our races are getting canceled?
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Today I was reminded of my why. I really love running. It felt so good hitting fast times on the track, feeling that burn, and working to improve with a friend. And in uncertain times, it feels even more important to do something you love. Maybe I won’t get to race to show the progress I’m making, but why should that deter me?
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Running is about much more than competing. I hope our sports and national governing bodies do the right thing and protect those most vulnerable by continuing to encourage social distancing (which means the hard choice of canceling events). Health and safety is more important than any one season, race, or moment. Stay safe out there and in the meantime, run when you can, practice gratitude for the health you have, and help those around you. 💛
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📸: @jkh_photo

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## Credits

| Name | Username | Profile | Role |
| --- | --- | --- | --- |
| Mary Cain | @runmarycain | https://gondola.cc/runmarycain | Influencer |
| Joe Hale | @kuperhale | https://gondola.cc/kuperhale | Photographer |

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