Slightly tattered in places, the Canadian flag on Prairie Mountain waved gently back and forth in the wind. It was one of those rare winter days where a person could take her gloves off without her fingers losing sensation within seconds.
I was alone on the summit – another rare occurrence. As I looked at the red and white flag in all its glory, I gave a little thanks to the powers that be that I live in Canada.
Thank you. Thank you.
I know I am not alone when I say I have been obsessed with the U.S. election, and the gong show that has been unfolding in United States over the last four years. Much like a train wreck, you just can’t look away.
This blog isn’t about politics so I just want to keep my thoughts on the U.S. brief. I am just feeling mighty grateful that I am not living in that dysfunctional real life reality show south of the border.
Moving on … I am now sitting at 69,515 metres of vert. It helped that I trotted up Prairie Mountain last week. Also I got out with Tara once on Nose Hill in the dark. That was such a fun run.
I also had a decent week of overall mileage – clocking 62 kilometres. I have been averaging roughly 50 kilometres/week over the last few months. I am looking forward to switching over to mileage goals once I hit my vert goal. Sometimes I just want to run without thinking about the elevation gain.
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I am feeling more confident that I will reach my elevation goal of 75,000 metres. The weather has been so so but it hasn’t stopped me from getting out there. My treadmill doesn’t count elevation so I have to run outside.
I was a little worried last month when all I could see was snow in the forecast. I decided I just have to get out and do it. That’s it. Full stop.
How was your week? Did you watch the U.S. election? I would love to hear from you in the comments below.