Next week is the Davis Stampede. Today it was the Deer Stampede along the trail. The whole weekend was full of sunshine and I missed out running with my training group yesterday to take care of some home-buying stuff. So it was out for an 10 mile run along with trail. I finally managed to get out of the house at 2:30. By mile 3, there was a Deer Stampede! Two large deer where running full speed along side the trail coming in my direction. The trail was packed today with runners and cyclists because of the great weather but, that didn't stop the deer. They even managed to cross the trail amongst all the traffic. Their running and leaping so close was just such a majestic site! It was a great way to start a run.
I had planned to do a 10 mile run for final preparations for the 1/2 marathon next weekend but ended up doing 11 miles. I forgot to re-fill my water bottle at the last water fountain before a long break heading east. Then, I realized it was either go 1/2 mile further to reach water before turning around or turn back and wait 1 1/2 miles before reaching water. With the warm temps (I love running in short sleeves!), the choice was an easy one. So an extra mile it was. I did still run 10 miles and then walked the final mile. I managed to do the 10 miles in 2 hours and 27 minutes which is a WHOLE lot better than my previous 10 mile time back in September of 2:43! With a 3:20 time limit this upcoming weekend, that kind of progress is important! I hope to set a new PR in this small race. I'm keeping my shoelaces crossed.
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