Treadmill Blues

Hello there,

First of all, a big Thank you to Esther for her very generous donation to LLS! Thank you so so much. My next run is for you!!

One of the perks of living in California is the beautiful weather. We have year-round sunshine that is never obstructed by clouds or fog, or anything else that might block the brilliance of that famous California sun. HA! Contrary to popular belief, it does rain in California, in fact, it pours. Yesterday was no exception. As much as I enjoy a nice run through the rain, the drops hitting my face as I splash through the glistening, water-soaked streets, last night, it was not in the cards.

Since I didn't get home until late, it was already the proverbial "dark and stormy night" that so many camp fire stories begin with. Reflectors or no reflectors, these conditions can be very dangerous for a runner since the rain causes drivers to behave like a bunch of newly-licensed, braces-sporting, scrunchy-wearing sixteen year olds. So I opted for the safter, dryer, and much more monotonous alternative, the treadmill.

Ah, 24 Hour Fitness, my old stomping grounds. I haven't been to the gym in quite a while since the majority of my training is outdoors. I can't say that I missed it, but desperate times call for desperate measures.

Overall, my run was not bad. I have a sneaking suspicion that my shoes, while perfect for track and trail running, are not the optimal choice for the treadmill, as they left me with a slight burning on the outsides of my feet. Needless to say, I was rolling on frozen water later that night.

After about an hour on the ol' hamster wheel (aka treadmill) and some wobbly-legged steps to the door, I was pining for the open trail. Here's hoping the weather allows for some outdoor running this evening. :)

Stay dry!

Dodge