back from Cool

i had such a great time in Auburn this past weekend. some highlights were the Auburn Running Store which was a must for me. as well as No Hands Bridge. i got worked over pretty good by those northern california runners but i had a good run and a fun time. you can read about it on my race report here... http://www.turborunz.com/waytoocool.html

sunday i was feeling good after my adjustment by the winged god himself, Gordy Ainsleigh. so on monday i went for a hike. i got to try out my new trail shoes too. i got the Brooks Adrenaline. nice. like them so far. today i rode my bike for an hour and a half before going to pilates.

i often wonder why it is so hard at times to get out the door. i think to myself that i don't want to ride my bike because....
a. it's too boring
b. i am scared of the down hills
c. i am scared of the uphills
d. have a hard time finding some place flat to ride

but once i get out there, none of those things are true. ok, yes i am afraid of having a fall. so what if i get off and walk. i never intended to be a mountain biker anyway. my bike is for cross training purposes only and if i might look foolish to some, then so be it. the pluses about riding my bike are that it is more fun then doing it in the gym. i get to enjoy the sights and sounds of what is around me. i get to think of positive things such as my family and my friends. i get to remember things that i am thankful for, like the fact that i have a bike to ride when i want to. and for my running and to be able to take this incredible journey and have the support of so many who want me to succeed. there is just something joyful about riding or running outside. dirt included!