Day 124 - Monday, July 28, 2008 - Walk the Line

I Walk the Line

Let's just say I was a bit tired today. I struggled to get out of bed in the morning. Finally got to work and after 15 minute, realized I could not keep my eyes open and took the rest of the day off. I was very fortunate though as the next two weeks are more just preparation weeks for me, so I wasn't needed at work. That night I went to the gym and was able to receive my FIRST leg problem. I did some weight training with my calves, and after decided to run on the treadmill. I haven't been on the treadmill for a couple of months. I realize that I don't like the treadmill like I use to. But after... let's just say, I really couldn't walk. That was my day. But monumental to say that I was able to experience my first leg problem.

Day 117 - Monday, July 21, 2008 - Run + Rain

Run + Rain = Exciting Times

This morning on my morning run it began to rain softly and perfectly. That's the only way I can describe it and feel the need to say. Except I think everyone needs to experience this. It's so peaceful at that time, and all seems right in the world.

Day 108 - Satruday, July 12, 2008 - 7 miles!!!

7 miles & Stewart Falls

Saturday morning I woke up early and did my first long run. I am planning on running a half marathon in September and found a training schedule where you run different intervals and speeds at different times of the week to help you become prepared for the race. Saturdays are the day I do my long run. This is the longest I have run at one time. In addition, I really didn't have to slow down as much as before. Which means I am slowly getting stronger with my running. I also didn't go on many hills while running as I have been doing all week.

When I got back I had to quickly get ready to meet my friend and her kids up at Sundance. We had planned on going on the Stewart Falls hike. This is a beautiful hike, and really not that difficult or long. It's about 3.5 miles round trip. My friend has a 4 month old cute girl and fun 2 year old boy. She carried the 2 year old and I was privileged to carry the 4 month old. She was such a good baby, and basically slept the entire time we walked back from the waterfall.

(She's is smiling and posing for the camera, you just can't really see it)
My friend with her cute boy.
We also took along their dog, Daisy, who did really well on the hike.
A view by Stewart Falls
Stewart Falls - the water was cold!
Another view near Stewart Falls

Driving home I found out that I could basically drive my car down Sundance mountain in neutral the entire time (nice gas saving tip). I was also really, really dirty, and really, really tired. It was a good day!