Walking Log 11 October 2008

There were a *lot* of runners out today.  Perhaps gearing up for the marathon that’s about a month away?  I have thought about entering the quarter marathon as a walker which is doable for me; but there’s the money for the entry fee that’s not so doable at the moment.  Maybe next year. . .  There were about a half dozen power walkers out there, too.  It makes me feel a little less like a lone ranger when there are a few other aerobic walkers on the trail.  Oh, then there was the “biker dude” who actually said, “Good morning!” on his way by.  Those guys — the professional-racer-looking types — hardly ever say anything more than “on the left” when they are coming up behind you.  They are *serious* on the trail.  It was nice to be greeted by one who was obviously *enjoying* the day and the trail.  *smile*

[edit: to add mileage for trip to grocery store]

Temp: 69° / Sunny / Breezy
Time: 1:27 / 15:19 avg pace / 3.92 mph
Route: 5.75 mile River Park trail
Daily: 6.75 mi / Monthly: 28.0 mi / YTD: 201.45 mi