The group run on Sunday was a true trail running experience. I couldn't believe how small the trail was. The trail was just wide enough for one person. No side by side running in the woods. I kept thinking, "Do the guys behind me want to pass me?" They did get around me when we ran into a clearing with plenty of room to pass.
Oh my gosh, the hills were huge. I don't think I have ever run up so many hills before. But I have to look at the good side of it; running hills will help me be a better runner. It will make my legs stronger. I was so thankful I bought trail shoes last week. If I didn't have those shoes, I would have fallen on my butt so many times. I loved how the shoes gripped the hills and let me run up them without any problems.
I don't know what was worst with the trail experience, running with many layers of clothing or the snow. The snow was a couple of inches deep, but sometimes it felt deeper then that. I was unsure of what to wear while running. I wore a short shirt wicking shirt; long sleeve wicking shirt; half zip pullover, a jacket, tights, shorts, wind pants and trail running socks. I know when I run the trail this Sunday, skip the shorts. Running with that many layers made me feel bulky. I'm really looking forward to warmer weather.
Less then a mile to go, the group leader ran with me. He asked me what I thought about trail running. I said I liked it and it was just like running cross country. I told him I kept thinking, "Don't twist your ankles." I didn't. I wore both of my ankle braces to make sure of that. I'm glad that I decided to run with the group. Trail running is fun, difficult and challenging. I'm going to enjoy running the trails and trail races this year.
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