Exertion

It's in that moment,
A rising of the chest.
I close my eyes and hold it,
A moment I like best.

I connect, I connect, I connect.

I gulp in my breath,
As my muscles pull me through.
It's a special pleasure
To bid my rest adieu.

I connect, I connect, I connect.

Tension in my kick,
The skin of my back stretched taut.
Lungs feel closer to my chest,
Slick body sought.

I connect, I connect, I connect.