Stephen A

The run before the storm

Dark clouds flashed with lightning followed by a rumble of thunder. A spring storm brewed in the Southwest as I laced up my brooks and hit the pavement. Today I ran 2.39 miles at Centennial Park, and it was fantastic. The wind was harsh but cool. The gusts felt

A trip through the woods

A warm sun gleamed over the Busse woods as cool breezes blew through the trees. The birds chirped as the woods rustled quietly.  I stepped off the normal path and into the woods for a trail run. I enjoyed taking in the bright greens of the plants and the soft

Back to the treadmill

Snow and high winds were in the forecast today. Thick clouds covered the bright sun making the day feel tiring. The paths were wet in the morning but dry in the afternoon. Gusts up to 26 mph an hour whipped tree branches back and forth. The wind became so harsh

Long Fun Run

The spring heat is beginning to cool. Late morning thunderstorms brought in high winds and heavy rain. Luckily, I had already completed my run an hour before. Today I ran 8 miles at a slow pace in the Busse woods. Runners of all speeds filled the paths. The run was

Failure is the road to success

The hot sun blazed and the dry air whipped as I ran through the Busse woods. The winding paths normally filled with cyclists now stood empty as the temperatures hit their peak in the lower 80s. My goal was to practice tempo and strength and the target was a 5k,

The Incline

The gravel pathway of Mallard Lake left gray dust on my legs. The hot sun shined on my face as I ran through narrow bridges and up a steep hill. It felt amazing to train in a different place. I’ve run here a few times, but today felt refreshing.

Warm and Windy

Summer is almost here, and the weather has gotten warmer. The sun’s rays tickled the back of my neck as I ran through the Busse woods. The air was dry, and the wind was harsh. This made the run harder than normal, but it is preparation for hotter days.

Too Nice to Miss

The fresh smell of soil hit my nostrils as I stood before the long winding path of the Busse woods. The sun pierced through the tree branches as the wind whistled by. The temperature hit an amazing 76 degrees making my run enjoyable and calming. I decided to use a

Training run

This afternoon I laced up my Brooks, Ghost 14s, and set off on a run in 70-degree weather. The sun was soothing as a gentle gust pushed me along the path. My goal today was to push my legs on a slight incline, and I don’t feel I pushed

Easter Run

The Busse woods creaked quietly as the cool morning air settled. Birds chirped and tree branches squeaked. The paths were quiet and peaceful, making it a joy to run. I took my time and slowed my pace, taking in the forest. Today I ran 7.11 miles and it was

The Bling might be a bust

The weather continues to blossom and the days of summer feel like they are near. The sun shined brightly all day and a gentle breeze kept things from getting too hot.  Flocks of families with dogs and strollers cluttered the footpaths of Busse woods. Cyclists and runners weaved in and

Struggling in the woods

The radiant sun shined brightly most of the day as the temperature began to warm. This was an opportunity that I couldn’t waste. I took my run into the Busse woods, and it was amazing. But…I feel like could have done better. Today is also the end of

New Strain

The Spring storms continued today bringing lower temperatures and high winds. The strong winds made it harder to run outside. Today I ran 2.45 miles indoors on a treadmill and it was great. I have noticed that the treadmill does not get up to high enough speeds for my

Just a Tuesday run

The thunder rumbled and the lightning flashed. The spring weather has become stormy. Harsh winds blew in bringing heavy rain and hail. Not ideal for running so I took it indoors. Today I ran 2 miles, and it was okay. I didn’t feel as motivated as I have been.

Consistency

Consistency is great for running, but, there is a downside. It can get stale if you don’t try new paths. I have been running the same paths a few times a week and I need a change. Also, I’m adding new exercises into my routine on top of

Trouble in the woods

The sun shined brightly on the treetops as I trampled my way through the woods. The weather forecast predicted the middle 50s and it was right. Families, runners, and cyclists populated the paths. It finally feels like spring. Today I ran 6 miles, and it was great…at the end.

Back at it

Oh, the treadmill how I love, but also dislike you. You are an amazing tool with versatility. You are a haven on rainy and snowy days. You are always there when I need you, but sometimes…you make the run harder. Ha.  The treadmill was my run of choice today

End of the run cycle

Skywalker hit so well that it felt like I was gliding on the treadmill. “Super Runners High”, as I like to call it, is when runners high kicks in when you are toasted. It was amazing. Everything felt light and calming. The high kicked in before my run and lasted

Sunny

Today I got lucky and basked in the sunshine. The warm rays heated my body and my spirit. The weather continues to improve, and I feel more excited about running outside. There was minimal wind, and the park was empty. Today I ran 2.47 miles, and it was amazing.

Sloppy

The weather is improving and running outside is becoming essential. Unfortunately, I did not manage to get outside. My motivation was low, and my energy felt zapped. My schedule changed late in the afternoon, and I didn’t get home on time. I did go for a run, but it

Missed post

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Shamrock Shuffle

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Practice run

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Rest day

Sometimes it's just good to take a break. Enjoy your day and smoke a little weed.

That was awkward: March 23rd, 2023

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