I know you want it

So they last couple weeks have been very different in my training. I've picked up my running to train harder for the Ragnar. As of today I ran 4.25 miles and kept under an 8:00 pace. 7:52 to be exact. I don't even know when the last time I did that was. It feels great to know I can push myself to get faster every time I run. Plus running by people gives me a lot more confidence. There are miles of bike paths around here and they are packed everyday with runners and bikers. That helps me as well seeing all these people. I can't let them beat me!!!

Speaking of biking. I went biking the other day. Kind of my cross training day. 22 miles and loved it. So much to see! Passed a bunch of cranberry bogs, some ponds and lakes, and hundreds of people. Stopped at a little country store on the path that had everything in the world out seemed. Dozens of bikers of all ages were there just relaxing, getting food and drinks, and enjoying life. The owner says he sees hundreds of people a day. He has quite the location. You know what they say about business: location location location.... he's doing quite well for himself. Down the road from there are a couple fresh water lakes. Of course I had to stop and see it. Again bikers having a picnic and swimming. Water temperature: 80 degrees. Was amazing! I stayed for a few and went on my journey.

I get to Nickerson State Park. I finally found hills!! It is quite a large park, comparatively speaking with the size of Cape Cod. Bike trails all over it. Up and down and around sharp corners. I tore those trails up! Thank God I didn't see anyone because they were screwed if they were around a corner from me. I didn't really think of that until after the fact. Oh well it was fun!! Sick workout too! I'm definitely going to be going back soon.

It is a pretty interesting area. Can't wait to see the cranberry bogs full, wellfleet oysterfest, and any other crazy tradition on the Cape. They say the leaves don't really change here do that will be different.

Until next time!

Two hats were on a hat rack in a hallway. One says to the other "stay here and I'll go on a head"