Man, I’m tired.
I’ve been running around – figuratively and literally – since about June. From holidays in Yellowknife, weekends in the mountains, work to everything else, I’m ready to kick off the sneakers and take a really, really long nap.
It’s my own fault. I am trying to cram everything in. We have such a short summer in Alberta that I want to do it. One thing I’ve truly learned over the last few months is that I really need to slow down.
I’ve done some great hikes/runs over the last few weeks. It’s been wonderful to explore new mountains/trails solo and with friends. We’re so fortunate to live so close to such beautiful landscape in Alberta. I’m always amazed when I hear that the two-hour drive is just too much for some people.
Last weekend, I ran Iron Horse 60K. It was my longest race distance to date. I don’t have a proper race report for you. Like I said I am mentally and physically exhausted with everything that is going on in my life right now. (Really hoping things will calm down in the next bit.)
The race was pretty awesome. The course was challenging with enough variety to keep me working and excited. Volunteers and organizers were top notch. I finished just under 12 hours, good enough for not finishing last. There was no cut off for the 60K but I didn’t want to run in the dark. So I accomplished that goal.
I was fortunate to have some company on the third leg in Edmonton’s Mark Stevens. Mark was happy to play my race photographer. He made this leg super fun. I was worried about it because I had troubles when I ran this as part of a two-person team a couple of years ago. Apart for some right leg issues, I felt pretty good this race.
Next up? Lost Soul 50K on Sept. 8. I really hope to set a new PR in this race. So for the next couple of weeks, I will focus on getting in some solid, fast (for me) tempo runs. Bring it on, Lethbridge.
You are so amazing!
I love this article, so interesting and positive. A good reminder that I should put myself and my health first and get organized
Great points you have there.resting and positive. A good reminder that I should put myself and my health first and get organized
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Nature indeed is beautiful, not only you enjoyed the landscape but the experience of challenges of doing what you love. Great photos.
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