frosty five
i took a few days off from running due to arctic conditions we had for the past few days. i’m tough – and a little crazy – but i’m not stupid. when temps are in the minus range (Fahrenheit) and winds are howling, that is a recipe for frostbite. i did check into a 24/7 gym nearby, but am having second thoughts on the one-time fees they hit you with. i really only need access to a treadmill for about 10 weeks this winter. unfortunately, our treadmill is broken. it would likely cost more to have it repaired versus buying a new one.
regardless, i geared up and headed out under relatively balmy conditions this morning – 30 degrees. while the roads are plowed to a degree, the footing isn’t the best. i wore some shoes that were a half size bigger than i usually wear and put my Yaktrax on them. i didn’t time the effort but can say that it was slow going. i did muster five miles and hit the shower.
i just heard from a fraternity buddy of mine who has taken up running. he and his wife have taken up running in recent years and are heading to Disney for the Goofy in January. i’m looking forward to hearing how they do. for what it’s worth, i’ve done a "reverse" goofy with a marathon on saturday and a 13 mile run on sunday. i would say i’d give the Disney event a whirl at some point. sounds like fun.