“Running is the classical road to self-consciousness, self-awareness, and self-reliance. Independence is the outstanding characteristic of the runner. He learns the harsh reality of his physical and mental limitations when he runs.”
- Noel Carroll
I came across this quote in my training journal today. Inspiring, as I head to the hills for my long trail run tomorrow.
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I love it when a purchase lives up to its billing. I bought a pair of Brooks Adrenaline ASR 5 hybrid street/trail running shoes from the Auburn Running Company 100 miles ago; and tonight for the first time truly experienced the increased traction over my previous Brooks Adrenaline 8’s—built for the street.
It’s been raining steadily for the past week and today, even though it was still drizzling, I headed out on one of my favorite Auburn runs along the Shirland Canal trail from Pacific Ave. out to Eagle’s Nest. The trail was sloppy muddy with a lot of exposed stones and roots.
It actually felt like my Adrenalines had suction cups on the bottom of them. With each step I felt (and heard) dozens of tentacles release my foot from the mud. They stabilized my footing without holding me back.
Terrific shoes!
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Seriously, what do I have to do to shed a few pounds? I’ve been a casual runner now for three years and though I haven’t gained pounds, I can’t seem to take any off. I’m beginning to think it must take more than the act of running itself to lose the weight. I know, I know. Eliminate bad habits, eat right, exercise more…
Specifics. Where can you get ’em? Well, today I came across an article in a blog by Christine Luff that could really help me (and others in my situation) out.
Running and Weight Loss – Secrets of Runners Who Lose Weight provides examples of seven specific things you can do to drop the pounds: portion control, eat fiber, make running a priority, spread out the calories, eat a healthy breakfast, don’t eat as a reward, and sleep. It’s worth the read.
And I was beginning to wonder how hard it was going to be to type with only one hand.
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