In A Rut? Hit A Trail
I’ve been going Urban Warrior for the last several months in training for my fall races. When training for races, I don’t usually head out for trail runs because I’m focusing on tempo and distance. This week was different. It was basically my first and only rest week during my 12 week training for the Rock-n-Roll Las Vegas Marathon so I decided to take my easy 6 mile run to the trail.
I’m a sucker for nature and just focusing on the trail (and avoiding ankle breaking rocks) and giving into natures surrounding totally rejuvenated my spirits for the rest of my training. The week before I felt like crap on my 20 miler and was a little dejected all week. I’m now looking forward to next weeks 20 miles with a passion and can’t wait to attack it with my new found energy. Here are some photos from my run on Saturday.
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October 25th, 2009 at 10:24 am
Gorgeous shots — looks like it was a great run!
October 25th, 2009 at 2:02 pm
It was a great run. I should do it more often.
October 25th, 2009 at 2:06 pm
Wow. Those were pretty amazing. Though looks like you might have to step carefully. I have trouble navigating the sidewalks around here with a misstep some days.
October 25th, 2009 at 2:09 pm
I’d never run that trail and it definitely was a technical trail. You really do need to slow down and pick your steps carefully but it’s well worth it.
October 27th, 2009 at 8:57 am
I love running on trails, dirt paths. Provides welcome relief on joints, etc. Very scenic pics!