Unexpected Triumph Arriving at the track, I vividly remember stepping outside and smelling the blades of freshly cut grass. It instantly made me noxious, for it triggered the voice in my head questioning me, "Are you good enough? Are you fast enough? Are you worthy enough to be here?" I assured my criticizing conscience that my track career had come to an end after eighth grade, and I kept that promise to myself freshman year as I avoided the stress and anxiety known to be caused by track meets. Spring of sophomore year came around which was a time I'll never forget. It was a time in my life my friends challenged me to push beyond my limits and experience uncharted possibilities. A result of this influence contained an intangible lesson of
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They encouraged me to join the track program by recollecting the success I had in the past. At first, I was hesitant because as a middle school athlete I was barely able to combat the pressure of running in a race. I doubted I would be able to handle the intensity and competitiveness in High School Track and Field. My friends attempted to convince me track would be a perfect opportunity to step out of my shell, make new friends, and rediscover an old talent. Although I had negative associations with their proposal, the girls continued urging me to partake in the program. I slowly began to agree with the idea that participating in track could be beneficial by forcing me to be less reclusive when surrounded by unfamiliar faces or when confronted by …show more content…
Suddenly, I realized I was past the finish line and the prelim race was over. Unsure of my placement I breathlessly began strolling back to the bleachers. At this point I didn't care how well I ran, I was just glad the race was over and my nerves had vanished. I listened to the announcer report those who advanced to the final round. Random names of girls were being listed out, then I surprisingly heard, "Janna Skinner from Langham Creek." I couldn't believe my ears. Out of all the athletes that competed in several heats of hurdles I, who was considered an amateur, was one of the top eight. I was utterly
They encouraged me to join the track program by recollecting the success I had in the past. At first, I was hesitant because as a middle school athlete I was barely able to combat the pressure of running in a race. I doubted I would be able to handle the intensity and competitiveness in High School Track and Field. My friends attempted to convince me track would be a perfect opportunity to step out of my shell, make new friends, and rediscover an old talent. Although I had negative associations with their proposal, the girls continued urging me to partake in the program. I slowly began to agree with the idea that participating in track could be beneficial by forcing me to be less reclusive when surrounded by unfamiliar faces or when confronted by …show more content…
Suddenly, I realized I was past the finish line and the prelim race was over. Unsure of my placement I breathlessly began strolling back to the bleachers. At this point I didn't care how well I ran, I was just glad the race was over and my nerves had vanished. I listened to the announcer report those who advanced to the final round. Random names of girls were being listed out, then I surprisingly heard, "Janna Skinner from Langham Creek." I couldn't believe my ears. Out of all the athletes that competed in several heats of hurdles I, who was considered an amateur, was one of the top eight. I was utterly