Running the Trail

Some days I prefer enjoying the landscape by running the trail rather than working out in the Richter Center.

I run through campus and on the trail past the river and beautiful landscape. I relish when I can alter my running course and explore new routes in the neighboring communities of Allegany and Olean.

Since I was one of those kids that ran away from the ball on the soccer fields and basketball courts, I thought my classmates would appreciate if I opted out of intramural signups. Fortunately, for those that played team sports at the high school, there is an array of intramural sports at St Bonaventure.

Running and biking the Allegheny River Valley Trail is a picturesque option in the fall. While the leaves are changing to red, orange and brown, it’s a beautiful time to take a scenic tour of the Bonaventure campus by jogging on the trail.

I’m trying to make running a habit. I try to run a few times a week on the campus trail. My aching knees have given in to the harsh realities of running: It hurts. My daily runs are like a blank computer screen; each day is an opportunity to explore a new route. There are times when my exhausted legs ache and just want to give out, but I know I have to push myself to return back to my dorm in Loughlen.

Everyone from a mail carrier to my distant cousin gave me advice before heading off to college. The universal guidance was hands down finding something healthy to do that balanced my studies.

Well, if they saw the trail, they would know that has never been the problem.