Run For Fun
So – I got a little inspired at work today. So inspired that I cut out an hour early, and headed home to take advantage of this amazing weather we’re having. Instead of the usual 2 to 3.1 mile loop that I run, I hit up the trail behind my house. Why? It’s down in a valley, which makes it miserable to run in during the summer – so I’m running out of time to enjoy it.
Plus – I wanted to run today to enjoy it. Not for time, nor to get myself “in shape” – I wanted to run to experience the actual act of pounding my feet on the pavement (and, grass, at some points). I wanted to just get lost in the trip without thinking about times or pacing or whether or not I’ll do ok during the run portion in Lawrence.
The Result? 2 miles in about 22 minutes. That’s pretty awesome for me. Very little walking as well.
On another note, I found an article in an old Men’s Health about how to run (as far as positioning, stride, foot striking, etc..). I’ll see if I can dig that up…I took the advice – and it really seemed to work.