Today was one of those rare perfect days of running. The weather was beautiful, nice and cool, but not too cold. I felt amazing while I was running. It felt effortless. Days like this are definitely few and far between, so I took full advantage and really enjoyed my run.
I ran through the Taylorsville High driving range, down to the River Trail, and out toward Gardner Village. I was only going to run 8 miles, but felt so good that I added on the extra half mile out. Right before four miles there were three different groups of mother and baby geese. They were spread across the entire trail. I didn't want to scare the mothers, because I didn't really want to get bit by a goose. The moms hissed, but I made it through unscathed. I turned around at the 3 mile mark on the trail, and returned the same way. Total time for the run was 59:52. I actually think it's a bit over nine.
Today helped me believe that maybe I am actually increasing in fitness, and my workouts are paying off. Maybe I am on my way to fast running again!
PM I ran 4 miles on the treadmill at the health club. I made sure that it was an easy run. | 