Turn your rut into a groove.

am--3 I'm in Oceanside, so I ran along the road closest to the beach only because the tide was high. I might wait a little longer tomorrow. The beach looks a good running surface. 

am--3.5 Sockless miles on the beach as the tide went out. I'm stilling trying to break in / get used to these NB 100s. I feel like I have a pretty efficient running style. Now I just need to build up the miles again. 

This is, I believe, the first 0-mile day that I've posted, but I had to record a few thoughts. I ran my 1st and 2nd marathons this year, my 1st and 2nd 10Ks, and had some great PRs. I've run in some great places--Wisconsin, the beach, and the desert of Southern Utah. I look forward to improving next year, try some new things as far as running goes, and continue to enjoy it. Thanks to all of those who have been an inspiration--Dave, James H, Scott, Mike, Burt, Amber, Aubree, Craig, the PVXC kids, my in-laws, and, most importantly, my 3 girls. Now for that last Monster. 

am--8 A nice run along the pier and the surrounding area in Oceanside w/ Craig and Aubree. It was fun to chat w/ them. The weather is great, and the run felt good. 

am--7 Sockless miles in Oceanside before heading home. The weather was perfect. In the past I was a California hater, but now I think it's  great place. The running at the end of the week was great. Goals for this year: run more miles that last year--hopefully, 3,000, get weight below 150, run a marathon @ 3:10, and love running more. We'll see how it goes. 2 and 4 are absolutely essential.