20260613 광주 빛고을 울트라마라톤 100K

When I first stood at the starting line, the distance of 100km felt daunting. However, as I took one step after another, passing the Gwangjucheon and Yeongsangang rivers, traversing the uphill climb to Wonhyosa Temple, and passing through Yudunjae, Keunjae, and Neoritjae, the finish line suddenly appeared before my eyes. This race was not simply about running 100km. I had to constantly battle the heat, fatigue, drowsiness, leg pain, and the urge to give up. Especially while climbing Neoritjae in the latter part of the course, I repeatedly wondered, "Why am I going through this hardship?" but each time, I pushed forward with the determination to complete the race. The cheers and heartfelt food provided by the volunteers I met throughout the course gave me great strength. A warm word of encouragement and a refreshing drink lifted my weary body and mind. Countless thoughts flashed through my mind as I ran the 100km. There were difficult moments, but I was able to run amidst beautiful scenery, and above all, I was able to meet the version of myself who never gave up until the very end. The emotion of crossing the finish line is difficult to express in words. More valuable than the record was the fact that I did not give up until the very end. The moment I hung the finisher medal around my neck, all the pain and effort of the past turned into happy memories. The Gwangju Bitgoeul Ultra 100K was another precious challenge and a time of growth for me. I would like to thank all the runners who ran with me and the organizers who prepared the event. Using today's finish as a stepping stone, I intend to move forward toward another challenge. "If you do not give up, the finish line will eventually appear." I will never forget that burning 100km at the Gwangju Bitgoeul Ultra 100K. #invictus #RunningDharma #GwangjuBitgoeulUltraMarathon