SO MUCH FUN TODAY
Today I went for a trail run with Murray and Lucky. We went up the Pratt Lake trail to the Mt. Defiance Trail. We turned around at the fork. At about 3500 feet we hit the snow line, which at first was fine, but then got very steep. So steep in fact, that we could no longer run and were just gripping our trail runners. We turned around and went back to the fork with the Granite Mountain trail, and headed up to the top of Granite Mountain.
On our way down the Pratt Lake Trail, we passed the Forest Service RAnger, who informed us that having Lucky off his leash was a $125 offense, Surprisingly, he next let us know there were no other rangers out today, and that we were fine to leave Lucky “free”. He even gave Lucky a pat on the head. Seems so odd to have a trail that busy with a leash law.
Up the Granite trail we went. Most people had on goretex, gaiters, and were carrying packs full of warm clothes and ice axes. We, of course, had only our water blatters and were both wearing trail runners. We crusied up into the mist and fog (not the nicest day) and before we knew it were at the lookout. Lots of dogs, people, and snow up there. Not much view.
Murray is so inspiring. He is so dedicated to his workouts and makes sure he is completely prepared for any adventure he aspires to complete. He works out as much in one week as most of us watch TV. He inspires me to work at my own physical goals. I think about what he would do to prepare for a big goal.
Who helps motivate you to prepare for your goals?