We try to spend the fall and gloomy winter seasons outdoors to keep our spirits high. We still miss the bright Arizona sun that was present year-round although we love it here in our central Cali home. :) Most races offer great incentives to participate including a healthy breakfast or lunch, tech shirts and collector medal. I'm hoping to try this trail run in Hollywood's Historic Griffith Park in November because it's shortly after a half-marathon race and I want to do this walker-friendly event to loosen up and get back in the game. I think my kids will enjoy coming up with us to experience Hollywood.
http://www.imathlete.com/events/EventDetails.aspx?fEID=10222
This morning's Runner's World quote was inspiring: "Running has opened up so many adventures for me, not just in the trails I run or new routes, but also in the friendships I've made and the confidence it has given me. - Meleah Shank, runner and spinning instructor
Source: Runner's World.com: RW Quote of the Dayeleah Shank, runner and spinning instructor
Getting outdoors in the colder weather is definitely a great way to boost the winter blues. Cold weather is always so hard my poor body, but I know getting my D always helps! That's awesome you're getting out more!
ReplyDeleteI'm definitely going to check out that trail run, too...might give me that extra kick I need ;)