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If you ask what is the most touching or memorable aspect of @BlackCat's story, everyone might have a different answer. However, there are three aspects that left the deepest impression on me.
Former Female SWAT Officer
Many people have an inexplicable respect for police officers. They protect our safety and are our guardians.
BlackCat was once one of those guardians.
16the frail BlackCat joined the Falcon Assault Team's female SWAT unit.
When you think about it, we don't know much about female SWAT teams. There are very few film and television works based on their lives and training. The only one that comes to mind is the TV series 'Female SWAT Team' starring Liang Jing (wife of Guan Hu, the director of 'Mr. Six', and a famous actress).
If art imitates life, then we can follow some clues to imagine the life experiences of a female SWAT team member.
Regarding that period, BlackCat once wrote in a post: 'Shooting, rappelling, combat, light machine guns, advanced driving—all mastered. Five years of hard training, enduring all kinds of hardships, facing life and death.'
35words, plain and simple, but the words 'life' and 'death' reveal the hardships behind them.
Fitness Enthusiast
Yes, a fitness enthusiast.
In any film or literary work, 'enthusiast' often has a negative connotation. However, I admire these enthusiasts; they are incredibly strong. Setting aside the plot, which enthusiast isn't highly capable, extremely self-disciplined, and tough on both others and themselves?
Why use this term for BlackCat? Because she is tough on herself.
How many people can stick to a daily workout without fail? BlackCat can.
Those who have seen BlackCat's fitness posts or live streams on Codoon are likely impressed by her physique.
BlackCat's physique is very healthy. This healthiness is the result of orderly and consistent training, not just working out for the sake of it or for selfies.
Besides fitness, BlackCat also enjoys running. She lives in Qingdao,and Qingdao's unique geographical advantages make running more enjoyable. Every week, BlackCat runs along the coastline twice, each time for about an hour. Running by the sea with the ocean breeze might be why she has such a strong inner strength, enough to face any doubts with a smile.
Humble Smile
What impressed me the most is BlackCat's smile.
Since joining Running Girl, BlackCat's fan base has grown rapidly, and more and more people like her. But with admiration comes criticism, and BlackCat is no exception.
'You haven't even run before, so why are you participating in Running Girl?'
'Besides showing off your body, what else can you do?'
'With such high votes, there must be something fishy.'
Comments like these appeared in her fitness circle repeatedly.
BlackCat tried to explain in the comments, to persuade, even posting her running mileage and photos. But she eventually gave up because she realized nothing changed. After all, everyone only sees what they want to see. Why change your habits and lifestyle because of others' opinions?
During one live stream, many people who initially disliked her became neutral or even fans.
That live stream was BlackCat's first official one on Codoon. She prepared thoroughly, so much so that even the editor coordinating with her was impressed by her dedication. The choice of space, equipment, clothing, the control of the process, and her constant smile.
During that live stream, she received 1,130,000 likes.
Some people didn't like her because she was a former SWAT officer or a fitness expert, but because of her humility and smile.
On July 13,the 2016 Running Girl competition, sponsored by Breeze Tissues,officially started, and BlackCat signed up for the competition.In the preliminary voting round, she received 813,313 votes, ranking first and smoothly entering the top ten of the 2016 Running Girl competition.
Many people are discussing what kind of girl qualifies as a Running Girl.
Some say there should be a basic requirement for Running Girl, at least having run a half marathon.
Others say as long as you exercise, that's enough. Why complicate things?
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In this era, we already face many restrictions. Why impose more on ourselves?
The greatest significance of Running Girl is not to select a champion or a few pretty girls, but to convey an understanding of exercise: Exercise is joyful, and those who love it deserve more recognition.
As BlackCat once said: Running is not just narrowly defined as 'running.' Anyone who has self-discipline, moves forward, and strives is a Running Girl.
The competition is still ongoing. On August 21, BlackCat and the other top ten contestants will participate in the finals in Shenzhen. The previous votes will be reset, and the results are unknown. As a former SWAT officer, BlackCat must be eager for the championship. I wish her dreams come true and that she keeps smiling.