I try to do things with the family as often as I can. I also try to get the dog out there so he can exercise too. Recently I took my son and the pooch for a run and figured out a way to keep everyone together. The trick is simple, put the running leashContinue reading “A Trick to Run With Your Dog”
Category Archives: Trail Running
A New Running Partner
The last week has been a blur. A couple of birthdays, some big goals, and a new addition to the clan. We brought home a new puppy! The little guy has been adjusting nicely into a routine, and is really loved by everyone who meets him. This addition wasn’t fully scripted, and although we haveContinue reading “A New Running Partner”
New Gear Let Down
As I have mentioned in previous posts, I prefer to do trail runs. Where I live road running can be a bit dangerous as most of the roads are windy, there are no shoulders, and there isn’t much room to hide from cars. Where I play, the trails are just too pretty not to takeContinue reading “New Gear Let Down”
Tri Camp Starts!
Let’s get some. The first night was easier as everyone rolled in slowly from various loctions. We did a super easy shake out in the lake swimming about 30 minutes. A quick logistics discussion, and then headed our separate ways for some food and rest. 7a.m. comes quickly for a big day 2. The dayContinue reading “Tri Camp Starts!”
A Trail Run and a Swim
As I continue in my quest to explore Lake Placid and the immediate areas around the village, I stumbled upon a great new trail system and swim location. This is especially timely given the current conditions at the Mirror Lake Beach (more on that later). The trail system is called Brewster Peninsula Trails and theContinue reading “A Trail Run and a Swim”
New Sneaks
On my way up to Lake Placid, I knew I was in need of some new running shoes. I am a Asics Gel Kayano fella, but was in the market for something a bit more sturdy for trail running. Although the Asics do fine, I have had a few close calls with twisted ankles andContinue reading “New Sneaks”
