Perfectly flawed — Nahrizul Adib Kadri
A self-proclaimed non-sportsman discovered the transformative power of long-distance running in 2011. Starting as a weight-loss strategy, running evolved into a journey of self-discovery, providing rhythm, solitude, and clarity. Despite initial struggles, the author progressed to marathons and ultramarathons, culminating in a 2,021-kilometer run during the pandemic. The experience emphasized the importance of perseverance over perfection, rejecting the pressure of curated online portrayals and embracing self-acceptance.