I wanted to do a longer run today, but I left a bit later than I had hoped, so it was already hot when I started, so I had my handheld bottle and a few gels. I ran north on the Alpine Hwy and then I turned east at Kohlers and headed up to the canyon. I had planned to turn around at the mouth, but I was feeling really good, so I just kept going. My legs felt strong and my achilles wasn't hurting at all. After about a mile I figured I would just go all the way to the Timpanogos Cave trailhead, so I could refill my bottle. The river was running full and fast and there are a few places where there isn't much room off the road. I was being very careful watching the cars and the road. I reached the trailhead and had a gel and a drink and then took off on a much faster pace down the canyon. This was my favorite paert of the run. It was shady and cool and I just cruised down. After I got to the bottom I ran back to the Chevron where I stopped and bought a 20 ounce Coke. That hit the spot. The last three miles back home were fun and I just enjoyed being out there running without pain. I was a sweaty mess by time I got home at noon. This run was just what I needed. Fun! 2:19 total time. | 