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I don’t run on trails because it’s peaceful. I run on trails because they demand my attention. Roots, rocks, uneven ground, sudden climbs—my body has to stay present. Foot placement matters. Balance matters. Breathing matters. There isn’t much room for spiraling when your nervous system is busy keeping you upright. That’s the gift. Trail running occupies just enough of my mind to let the rest of it loosen its grip. While my body navigates the terrain, my thoughts begin to unt