A Graceful Stride

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What If I Try and Fail?

What If I Try and Fail?

On the fear of not PRing, and why I’m still lacing up for Chicago.

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Emma Ecklin
Jul 30, 2025
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After a month or two of writing about life, fear, and self-discovery, I’m returning to the topic that’s long been my mirror—running. In this reflection, I unpack the quiet fear that’s crept in since the Boston Marathon: what if I try to PR again… and I fail? This isn’t just about a finish line—it’s about confronting pressure, redefining success, and rem…

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