In combination with a relatively high running volume the last couple weeks, I've also been consistent in the weight room. Sticking with simply two exercises per session has allowed me to get some decent strength work in without making me feel overwhelmed, either.
One key exercise that helps me feel strong out on the trails is deadlifts. I try to keep these in my routine at least once a week because they really seem to enhance my endurance.
I ran over 100 miles in the last two weeks, even with the several snowstorms we've had!
I did several runs that were flat, fast, and didn't involve taking any photos, including my own solo road half-marathon that I did instead of running the Super Half.
But don't worry, I did plenty of shorter runs which are pictured below!
Aside from that, things have been busy in general as well. For this update, I'll just post a few photo collages with short descriptions.
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| February 10th - 8 miles at Palmer in the morning (top) and a couple miles walk at Spruce Meadows in the evening with the kids. And a gorgeous sunset on the way home. Amazing! |
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| February 11th - a quick 6 miles in Palmer before the incoming snowstorm (as seen slowly encroaching on the mountains in the top photo.) |
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| February 12th - A beautiful snow run at Palmer after last night's storm. Over 8 miles on snowy trails. |
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| February 19th - 8 miles up to Union Meadows Open Space. A curious deer had no fear of me, but wondered why I was there. |
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Left: February 22nd before the snow, 7.5 miles; Right: February 24th after the snow, 8.5 miles.
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| Sunset run on February 25th, 8 miles. |
There's a major warm up in our forecast ahead, so maybe I'll be back to doing a mountain run next week!
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