like the rest of the east coast we got snow today.
we got a lot of snow today.
at 9:20 am there was about 6 inches on the ground. every forecast predicted more snow and more wind so I tried to get out there early. well, early for a Saturday. well, early for a Saturday when I'm not Ironman training.
I strapped on my yak trax and heaaded out [James not remotely surprised]. The whole city was covered in a blanket of the fluffy white stuff. I hate the day after a snowstorm.. when the snow is dirty and gross ... but the day it's falling is lovely.
about a mile into the run I heard someone say to his friend "don't tell me that girl is running in this ! she's going to break her leg!" no worries, dude, I've got my yak trax.
Some of the snow was completly untouched and that was tough to run through -- like running in sand. Cold, wet, sand. I had to really pick my feet up. Great workout ! I went about 2 minutes/ mile slower than my normal pace, but the four miles I did in the snow was tougher than a normal 8-mile run.
19 December 2009
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wow, i had to google yak trax to see what you were talking about. they look like tire chains for your feet! great job!
ReplyDeletei just bought some yaktrak in anticipation of my run tomorrow am. now i just need some snow...
ReplyDeleteLOL, I had to google it too.
ReplyDeleteDamn!! I dont even want to goggle yak trax!! Sorry, but I am looking for some warm clothes for my ride (maybe 80) with Arnie (haven't connected with him in 3 days)tomorrow. Oh, it's going to be a chilling 48F in the mornin. BRRRR!!!!!
ReplyDeleteGreat job getting out there! I bet that was quite a workout. I have some Yak Trax but haven't tested them out yet. Glad they worked for you. I'll have to give them a try.
ReplyDeleteLove my Yak Trax. Glad to hear that there are other people who enjoy running in the snow too!
ReplyDeleteAnd to all you warm weather people who had no idea what Yak Trax are... grrrrrr.... (that is jealous anger) haha
You are tough!! I live in Syracuse, NY, and I don't like running in snow!! (I do it, but I don't like it!)
ReplyDeleteyou are thoroughly kicking my ass, although I've been out the last two days on short runs :)
ReplyDeleteI used my brand new pair of YakTrax this morning. It sure didn't feel like I was running on snow. I love em!
ReplyDeleteVery Cool Tat by the way.
ReplyDeleteWe got dumped on two weeks ago, and it looks like it's staying for a while. Like to get some skiing and shoeing in during the upcoming Christmas Break.
after posts like this im really glad i live in texas.
ReplyDeleteNice work getting out in the fresh air!
ReplyDeleteWay to brave the weather. I agree the first snowfall is so pretty, but when it gets all brown and messy it is awful.
ReplyDeletenice! it's been in the 70s in LA. TOO WARM! :) I bet the cold air feels good to run in...
ReplyDeleteThose S22's are sweet rides -- thanks for the comment on my blog. Just think of the additional stability you get from running in the snow!
ReplyDeletesounds like U got some solid form reinforcement in that run session, too. Good shtuff. Made a deposit into the "WANT TO" bank with that one!
ReplyDeleteI miss running in snow - enjoy it!! It's so beautiful :)
ReplyDeleteI love running in the snow, good times. Good for you for getting out there.
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I just spent 20 minutes with your blog. I've done 8 triathlons and hope to someday do an Ironman.
ReplyDeleteWow. Thank you for sharing. Great stories.
Impressive as always
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