Feel free to scroll through the photos above of my trail run.
You can also follow me on Instagram — where I posted some of these over the weekend.
This past week was my first “official” training week for the 50 Mile North Face Endurance Challenge. I built a 16 week calendar, with already having a solid base to start. Here is how week one went down:
Monday: Rest
Tuesday: 6 miles
Wednesday: 5.25 miles (hills/stairs)
Thursday: 6.5 miles
Friday: 4.65 miles
Saturday: 13 miles (trail)
Sunday: 8 miles
Total for week one: 43.4 miles.
I’m satisfied with the first week and know that it only goes up from here. I’ll crack a total of 50 miles next week and begin to work in “double-days” during the week. Since the weekends are best for trail runs (based on my work schedule), I’ll have to take full advantage. It’s a slow build and the schedule is based on getting me prepared to become more comfortable running on tired legs. I’m not ready to share my schedule yet, but let the games begin.
Also, we had a giveaway last week (complete with a video of me and mika) and I’d like to thank everyone that entered and NatureBox for sharing their mission and wonderful snack options. I’ll definitely be sharing more from them in the future.
Congratulations Molly (of mollyritterbeck.com)! I’ll be reaching out to you to claim your free NatureBox.
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What did you think of the trail run photos?
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I got a late start to my morning with it being a vacation dy – and look what happens! Yeah so excited!!!!
Congrats, Molly!!! Can’t wait for you to receive your snacks!
Gorgeous pictures!
Nice mileage week my friend!
Love that photo- it’s incredible. And way to go on increasing your miles! I’m trying to patiently add mine back in after my bout with shin pain. Ready for double digit runs again!
Simply WOW. That photo is stunning!!
Beautiful photos!!!
Was just thinking about this–is pavement runner allowed to run trails?!
Love the pics and love trail running.
aaaah so nice! :)
Gorgeous trail run! It truly is the “Golden” state, yes?
GORGEOUS SHOT!! Looks like a GREAT run!
I love all these photos! And so excited that you are training for a 50 mile run! That’s on my list in 2014 – is it weird that I plan that far ahead?! ;)
Amazing shots! I have to say I loved running in SF when we were out there in May. I ran from Mill Valley along some path into Sausalito (I think). Stunning. We also ran through Blackie’s Pasture into Belvedere. Also stunning. Not a bad view anywhere!
Nice pics, looks like an awesome place to run. i favor trails and can not wait to find my own in my area…i will document the trails and errors as well…
Gorgeous pictures!!! And awesome mileage!!!