Personal Essay: Track And Field

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Sports are a good way to pass time. When I was little I used to always try to find someone who would want to play with me. I play pretty much every sport. However, if I had to choose a favorite sport it would without a doubt be track and field. I strongly believe this because I have a passion for running.

When I was young I realized that I had a thing for running. It helped me relieve stress and tension. When I entered middle school, I joined their track team. We worked out four days a week and our track meets were every Tuesday and Thursday. I ran two different races and I also did long jump. I often came in first place and when I didn’t I would work my hardest until I accomplished my goal. Track brings the best out of me. I put a lot of dedication and heart into it.
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I play all other sports, and they are amusing, but none of them will ever top track. Running makes me feel good inside and out and that’s why I won’t stop doing

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