In October I had some beautiful runs and really ramped up the mileage (I'm currently up to 11 miles). Fall in DC has been amazing for runners and it is well deserved after the hottest summer on record since the 1800s. During the week I usually run the Rock Creek Trail to Georgetown or I run on the National Mall. Both routes are scenic runs and great ways to get the day started. No matter how many times I run on the National Mall, I still feel the need to pinch myself when running by the White House and among the monuments.
Although I have be out the door by 7:15 am on Saturday mornings, training with the TEAM bright and early is my favorite. I love the variety of trails we run (each week is a field trip) and training with a group is way more fun than listening to an Ipod for 2 hours. Chatting it up with Tatyana, Amanda, and Colleen has really kept me going on those 10 milers! My favorite trail so far is Beach Drive. On the weekend the street is closed to traffic and is only open to bikers, runners, and walkers. It is so awesome and the scenery is amazing; it doesn't even seem like you are in DC. If you are a Washingtonian I highly recommend taking advantage.
My most challenging run so far was when I had to run my first 11 miler solo in 27 degree temps. I was in Michigan for work and was determined to get my long run in before the University of Michigan football game on Saturday. I did some research and found a great route that began at one of the local high schools and went all the way out to Austin Lake and back. Within the first 2 miles of my run I saw over 10 live deer, 13 if you count the plaster ones used to decorate a Michigander's lawn. Gotta love the Midwest:) The first 5 miles were a struggle, but once it warmed up a bit the last 6 miles felt much better. It made me feel like I am getting the hang of this running thing.
I'll be running and running and running....until next time:)
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