Gorgeous Trail Run on Mt. Lemmon
"If everything in life were easy, you'd never see the great strength you posses." (my (very apt) horoscope for today)
Yesterday morning, I carpooled partway up Mt. Lemmon to run from Molino Basin over to Sycamore Dam with the trail running group. It was an easy 9.5 miles through golden grasses and oak trees. With the sun playing peek-a-boo with the clouds, the temperature never got too hot, and shade appeared just when you needed it. I ran with JD, whom I mentioned a few months ago on my blog - we finally connected! We had a blast talking nutrition, the difference between road running and trail running, and just about life in general. I had a hard time warming up; the first 30 minutes were miserable as I tried to get going. But once I warmed up, it felt great. I had to find the "go" button inside me - it's been so long since I've applied myself to running that I lost track of how to push myself and keep going when I needed to! The middle of the run was effortless, flying over the trail. By the end, I was tired, but I knew that 2 miles would pass quickly if I just kept going - which I did.
I'm satisfied with my effort, and glad to know that I really do need to get going on my training. I'm very sore today in my knees, left bunion and shoulders (youch!). I've figured out my training plan, which I'll detail in the next post or two.
Last night, as I was walking out of a nearby market, I ran into JD - turns out she lives only 2 blocks from me! We'll be running together tomorrow morning, which I'm looking forward to.
Comments
How ironic JD lives so close - like it was meant to be . .
I love the quote in the horoscope - very profound. Sounds like you had a wonderful run - great job!
Posted by: Ginger Breadman | October 9, 2006 12:20 PM
How great it is to run with others. I love it also. Take care. I have been eyeing OP 50 also.
tom
Posted by: tom riley | October 9, 2006 12:22 PM
Sounds like a great run, it should start getting pretty cold up there soon. Looking forward to hearing more about the training.
Posted by: Mike | October 9, 2006 01:28 PM
Very cool for new people to run with! I'm looking forward to seeing your training plan. I always like to see what others are doing.
Posted by: Jessica | October 9, 2006 01:56 PM
Very impressive, 10 miles on trails! Glad you got your self out and that you have someone to run with:)
Posted by: olga | October 9, 2006 04:10 PM
I love that feeling of flying over the trails. Sweet!
Posted by: Sarah | October 9, 2006 05:49 PM
Yay Angie! Great run. I went for my first run in a week this morning (I had a cold). It felt pretty smooth and nice. Two coopers hawks followed me part of the way...neato.
Posted by: Tanya | October 10, 2006 04:10 PM
Great trail run and it looks like you've found another running partner. Fabulous
Posted by: Phil | October 10, 2006 09:43 PM
Sounds like a great day out on the trails!!
Posted by: Kim | October 11, 2006 03:33 PM
how nice on finding a new running partner! nice job on your run.
Posted by: nattie | October 12, 2006 03:49 AM
Sounds like a great run. Love the horoscope!
Posted by: Steve | October 12, 2006 08:42 AM
I didn't know you had bunions, too. Once again... we are twins separated at birth...
Posted by: Sarah Elaine | October 12, 2006 06:58 PM
Good luck working back into a training routine. I wish I could get out on the trails. I miss them already.
Posted by: Rob | October 12, 2006 07:44 PM
I love the "Go Button" I gotta find that one in me.
So far all I have found is the "Easy Button" but I don't need any office supplies at the moment.
Posted by: Josh | October 13, 2006 08:52 AM
Sounds like you've got your groove back, Angie :)
Posted by: Liv | October 13, 2006 10:35 PM
Sounds awesome! I wish we even had mountains around me! What's your next training goal?
Posted by: turnip | October 15, 2006 06:52 PM