Upon our arrival in Helsinki for EMS 2017, Jean-Michel Marin pointed out to me the existence of a 2 miles race the next day [as every Tuesday], indicated on the webpage of the conference. And encouraged me to run it. As I had brought my running gear and did not need preparation for a 2 miles [a mere loop in the parc!], I decided to try the race and we took a tram all the way to a faraway suburb where a few other runners had gathered. It was very relaxed and friendly, with recyclable cloth bibs and free juice available. Against all odds, I managed to win the race, with a first mile under six minutes thanks to another runner rushing me. And got a tee shirt as a reward. (Checking on Wikipedia later, I found that Sri Chinmoy was an Indian guru advocating running as a form of meditation, which I find rather absurd as I am anything but meditating when running a race..!)
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Self-Transcendence 2 mile races in Helsinki
Posted in Running, Travel, University life with tags 2 miles, 6 minutes mile, EMS 2017, Finland, Helsinki, Hinduism, Munkkiniemen, road race, self-transcendence, Sri Chinmoy, Sri Chinmoy Marathon, tramways on July 26, 2017 by xi'anouille…!!!
Posted in pictures, Running with tags Belgium, bicycle, rain, road race, Tour de France on July 11, 2017 by xi'an
