Hidden Nuggets #14 – “…let us lay aside every weight, and the sin which so easily ensnares us, and let us run with endurance the race that is set before us…” – Hebrews 12:1
Historians describe a revealing practice among the ancient Greeks. Apparently it was common for athletes participating in distance races and other athletic events to wear no clothing. That’s right…au naturel. Debate continues as to when and where this first occurred. The idea behind it however is clear – remove all encumbrances so the body can perform at peak efficiency.
How times have changed…thankfully!
Last Saturday when I completed the Baltimore Marathon, I did so with over 3,000 fully clothed marathoners. However, many of them were “running naked,” including myself. How’s that possible?