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For some, exercise jogs spirituality: Running can nurture body and soul in a “moving meditation”

by Pat Coate | June 20, 2007
"I have a type of portable sanctuary."
- Rev. Charles Henderson, spiritual runner

New York City, New York, USA - Like many runners, the Rev. Charles Henderson of New York City runs to shed pounds and stay fit.

Many spiritual runners -- people fast and slow, young and old -- couple the physical exhilaration of a distance run with the cleansing practice of prayer or meditation.

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