Sprints and trails

November 21st, 2009 Posted in Hamilton Area Trail Runners, Trails, Training Runs

I had a great trail run this morning with the Hamilton Area Trail Runners. I got there just as everyone was finishing up their 50 push ups. They did a short loop while I attempted 50 of my own. They looped back and I joined them for the run. The first 30-40 minutes of the run was a series of indian sprints around the fields outside of the park. I’m definitely recovered from the marathon. The sprints were fun and I had an abundance of energy. When we finally jumped on the trails, I was unsure if my good fortune would continue. I felt strong on all of the hills. I was tired, of course, but my energy was still high. I sprinted up the last hill to the parking lot and caught up to Nate who was leading the group. The run could not have been better for me. I checked my watch when we finished. We ran for an hour or so. I forgot to start my Garmin so I don’t know the distance. It would have been interesting to look at the map of where we ran around the fields.

 

  1. 3 Responses to “Sprints and trails”

  2. By hurley on Nov 21, 2009

    Nice pics! It was great having you back out on the trails today. I’m glad you enjoyed it. After the sprints you were the only one just standing there while the rest of us were doubling over trying to catch our breath. I think calling you turtle is like when people call fat guys slim, or bald guys curly. Anyway, have a safe trip and a wonderful holiday. We’ll see you soon!

     

     

  3. By Yasi on Nov 24, 2009

    Those are great pictures! I’m going to have to steal some of them (No worries, I’ll give you credit). I’ve stopped by your blog before but didn’t realize it was you on Saturday! Great to finally meet you too!

    Great run on Saturday. I agree with you on the indian sprints around the fields, I might have died if we had to indian sprint up any hills! You should definitely come out to more, maybe I’ll see you on Thanksgiving morning!

     

     

  4. By Danielle in Iowa on Nov 26, 2009

    They do pushups before they run? Crazy people!

     

     

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