I have decided to start a religion.

I've had a bit of experience in the area; strict catholic upbringing, studied and practiced Buddhist meditation for a couple of years, been practicing the ancient traditions of yoga for a while now, and I've watched the whole series of 'John Saffron vs. God' on SBS. My religious epiphany has come at just the right time, I think, and I'm pretty certain that it will benefit the whole athletics community. I'm not expecting any credit for this discovery, I just hope that the world can now believe as I do.

'Why now?', I'm sure you are muttering at your screen - and with just cause. Well, it all started last night when I ran not as well as I hoped in Celle Ligure. It was an absolutely amazing night for athletics. A balmy 27 degrees and no wind whatsoever. I warmed up fantastically and was as ready as 16 year old about to hit up underage Metro in Melbourne, had a solid field and some people to chase. The scene was set to run fast. And I didn't. 50.27, 3rd place.

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