February Recap

Despite logging fewer miles in February than January it was a much better month of training for me. I spent the month on the roads which is not something I typically enjoy. With the snow and weather I felt running pavement was better suited to training for the GA marathon. I logged in my fastest 13 miler ever and put in a 21 mile run. Basketball and some downhill skiing took up another 10 days. Basketball will be wrapping up in March and I will focus on running for the next 6 months.

I started off March with my fastest single mile in over 2 years. I am very happy where I am at with my strength and health right now. Ideally I would have liked to have had 1-2 more long runs behind me but I'm not overly conerned with that. I am looking forward to trail running and pushing up mountains again. GA is less than 3 weeks away and Collegiate Peaks 50 is 2 months out.

Waterton Canyon reopened this week. It is a local favorite for fishing, running and biking. It is popular for its mild elevation gain, river and canyon scenery and social wildlife. The dirt road offers a nice 13 mile in and out option. There are single track opportunities that stretch beyond the road that offer endless opportunities to add miles and elevation. There appear to be some side canyon options as well. I'll look into those this summer.

Daylight Savings is a weeks away. The days will get longer which means no more headlamp. Mother Nature is doing her part. This weekend temps rise into the 60's and it looks like sun and warmer temps continue through the first full week of March. Hopefully this means that the trails melt off and dry out quickly. It will be nice to shed some clothing and gear.

Overall, things are looking good. I am experiencing some soreness and stiffness in my right ankle. I was hoping that the ankle would heal durning the winter but it appears that it will continue to nag me. If I avoid rolling it badly I will be able to manage it through the summer.

20+ miles on the agenda tomorrow. Today I am resting and going to the Nature and Science Musuem with Bre.