Week 8: Double Digits

Definitely celebrating a strong week and a strong month! Not only did I hit my first 100 mile month since June, but I also hit my first double digit run on Saturday. Even with getting sick and losing my long run last week, I still managed to get everything I wanted. 

The week definitely started rough, with a lingering cold, a tired body, and sore, exhausted legs. 

I did check out a new to me little trail this week that I’ve been curious about for a while, which was fun, and did some camping daydreaming, wandering through the local campsite. 

We’ve been having unseasonably gorgeous weather and, while I know we need the rain, I might as well enjoy these gorgeous evenings. 

I also did a new variation on one of my favorites going up canyon, which I loved. It was a little flatter than what I usually tackle, but still more climbing and trails than Spring Lake, so it was a great option. And the light coming back was so lovely. 

But the highlight was definitely Saturday. We did my favorite less intense 10 mile loop through Annadel and it was such a treat to get to share it with Ed. He has his 50 miler coming up next weekend so we definitely talked some about that, and just life plans in general. 

I love getting to do things like this again! 

I wrapped up the week with a lovely walk with my mom ❤️. 

 Next week, the build continues! I have a little nerve pain in a foot so I might actually take advantage of my rest day tomorrow, but I’m excited to tackle my 11 miler down in Monterey. Hard to believe it’s already been two months of good running! 

In race news I am about ready to sign up for the TS Half race at Lake Sonoma in April and just booked lodging for Tahoe. Lots of excitement!