Running

Mar 9, 2025 ∞

Decided to test the ankle and enjoy this beautiful afternoon before I had to fly out later. Explored some new areas as I started where I dropped my daughter off and it was a perfect timing as she got her nails done and I got some miles in.

A partially frozen creek meanders through a winter landscape. Snow covers patches of the ground on both sides of the creek, with brown grasses and leafless trees surrounding the area. The sky is clear and blue, casting shadows across the snowy ground.

Mar 7, 2025 ∞

This run was not a stellar one at all. It was one of those runs I should have probably stopped two blocks in and called it a day to just take the rest that my body seemed to be asking for. However, instead I pushed though and ended with a little ankle pain. 🫣

A winter landscape with bare trees silhouetted against a fading sunset sky. The ground is covered in snow, and the horizon shows a soft gradient of colors transitioning from light blue to hints of orange and pink. The scene conveys a serene, quiet atmosphere typical of late winter afternoons.

Mar 6, 2025 ∞

Well I see that Eden Prairies approach to all the snow on the sidewalk is to not touch it more than 30 hours later and just hope that it all melts. Thankfully my run took me to Chanhassen and Minnetonka which have decided to shovel so I don’t get hit by cars.

A snowy landscape with a path of footprints leading through a field of snow. A stop sign is partially visible on the left with its shadow cast on the ground. A road runs parallel to the field, with houses and trees lining the opposite side. Bare trees and evergreens are scattered throughout the background under a clear blue sky.

Mar 3, 2025 ∞

If it wasn’t for the morning sunrise this run didn’t have much to offer me but forcing me to run on tired legs from yesterday. I am pretty sure I have heard that is a good thing to do sometimes to keep building the base. 🤷‍♂️

A serene winter landscape at sunset, featuring a partially frozen pond surrounded by tall grasses and bare trees. The sun is setting in the background, painting the sky with warm hues of orange and pink. The ground is covered with dry grass, enhancing the tranquility of the scene.

Mar 3, 2025 ∞

I convinced my friend Joey to let me run with him for a while around Hyland so I could get some elevation today. We split off after a while and I went solo the rest of the way which might have been a mistake as it was then much longer than planned as I might have gotten lost along the way.

A view from the top of a snow-covered hill looking down a ski slope. The slope is surrounded by bare trees, with patches of snow visible on the hillside. A building and a red snow grooming machine are located at the base of the slope. In the background, there’s a cityscape that includes several buildings and clear blue sky. The scene is bright and sunny, indicating a clear day.

A frozen lake under a clear blue sky, with bare trees on the far shore. In the foreground, dry grass and shrubs are visible along the edge of the lake, accompanied by a single tree stump casting a shadow.|354x266

A snow-covered path winds through a forested area with bare trees. The sky is clear and blue, casting shadows of the trees onto the snow. A few trees retain some brown leaves, contrasting with the white snow and blue sky.

Feb 27, 2025 ∞

As the youngest had swim tonight I decided to use all the light I could to get out for a run. However, it eventually turned dark and I found some interesting glows in the sky. 😄

A nighttime landscape with a dark, cloudy sky. Below, there is a body of water surrounded by trees and vegetation along the shoreline. In the sky, there is a circular pattern of lights creating a glowing ring, illuminating the clouds around it. The overall atmosphere is mysterious and serene.

Feb 26, 2025 ∞

Such a nice day out again today. So I decided to take the time I had and extend this run a little bit further.

A scenic view of a grassy field bordered by leafless trees under a clear blue sky. In the distance, a small body of water is visible, reflecting the light. The foreground is framed by the branches of the trees, creating a natural archway that opens up to the expansive field.

Feb 24, 2025 ∞

Such a nice day out with 50°F out for a recovery run after a longer run yesterday. Even though it was overcast it felt great out as I wore shorts again in this weather. However, it was very wet outside as I feel like before the end of the week all the snow might be gone in the neighborhood.

A wet, paved path stretches into the distance under an overcast sky, flanked by barren trees and dry grass. Patches of melting snow are visible on either side of the path, with a pile of tan material and black erosion control tubes lining the ground. A road sign in the upper left indicates a speed limit of 25 MPH.

Feb 23, 2025 ∞

What start out in hopes to match last weeks total distance I really tried to gear myself up for a 7-8 mile run. A rough start which I had thought about turning around a couple of times I actually ended up extending it and hitting double digits. The nice weather today was some great motivation.

A solitary tree stands tall amidst dry grass in a snowy wetland, under a clear blue sky, with a distant line of trees marking the horizon.

Feb 21, 2025 ∞

It was a nice day out today so decided to get a run in probably against my better judgement. However, I feel like I found what seems like a trail or old road don’t you think? It seemed to stop so I turned around as I didn’t want to get my shoes too wet but might have to explore again another time.

Narrow snowy path flanked by leafless trees under a clear blue sky. Bare branches create intricate patterns, while distant hills blend into the serene winter landscape.

Feb 20, 2025 ∞

Might have been the very end of the day but I got a run in however it felt terrible… I think if I didn’t have an hour to kill while my daughter was swimming I would have stopped after 30 minutes.

Bare trees stand still in a snowy forest at dusk, with footprints marking the path through the quiet, dimly lit landscape.

Feb 19, 2025 ∞

Besides my watch failing me today on this run, I couldn’t complain as it was sunny out and warmer than the other day. However, by cutting out when I did for it meant I needed to work now that everyone is heading to bed but I think it was worth it to keep the calm.

Snow-covered ground surrounds bare trees standing amidst a field of dry grass under a clear blue sky. Houses are visible in the distance, partially obscured by trees.

Feb 19, 2025 ∞

Well first for a long time but I knew I was playing with fire when I left for a run and my watch was at 11% it almost got me to the end but missed out on my last little bit down the trail and back to get to 6.2. 🤦‍♂️

Smartwatch display shows large time “3:10,” temperature “5°” with a low of “-11,” date “Wed 19,” battery icon at 11%. Activity rings, sunset at 5:48 PM, exercise icon.

A smartwatch displays “4:06” with an orange band on a wrist. The wearer stands on wooden flooring, partially visible in a household interior.

Feb 18, 2025 ∞

It was still cold today but decided while my oldest daughter and two friends practiced dryland for hockey I would try to get some miles in. Overall, it wasn’t bad on the run and I felt good. I mean yes it was cold out but I was bundled up so all was good.

Snow covers a wide, open field bordered by a line of leafless trees in the distance, under a clear blue sky.

Feb 16, 2025 ∞

Didn’t want to let this sunshine get away from me today so I went for a run after the morning livestream of swimming before the hockey game in the afternoon. I feel like I should have done a longer run as I haven’t for a couple of weeks but probably did more miles today than I had planned.

Snow-covered lake with tire tracks crossing it, surrounded by leafless trees and distant houses under a clear blue sky.

Feb 14, 2025 ∞

This was probably not one of my better ideas to run this morning. However, I had the day off today as my youngest has a swim meet that needed to leave the house by 10am and with sitting in a car all day and then at the swim meet I felt I should do something.

Snow-covered wooden path extends forward, flanked by bare trees on both sides, set in a winter landscape under a gray sky.|354x266

Feb 13, 2025 ∞

I had exactly 35 min to get a run done today to be back before a meeting. How am I feeling? Not great! Should I have gone on this run? Probably not! Oh well what doesn’t kill me makes me stronger right? Or just keeps me feeling under the weather longer maybe. 🤷‍♂️

Bare trees stand still in a snowy forest, casting shadows on the ground. The bright blue sky creates a stark contrast with the winter landscape.

Feb 12, 2025 ∞

Felt really good while running today in the very light snowfall outside. Once I got moving it wasn’t bad at all and I might have tried to extend the run but I was already up against the clock to get done before the company wide meeting.

Leafless trees stand amidst a snow-covered field, with scattered fallen branches on the ground, under a gray, overcast sky.

Feb 10, 2025 ∞

Against my better judgement I went out for a run today telling myself I am back at 100% but I knew this was not true. I felt good moving more today and it was a little later in the morning which probably helped as well. However, I am thinking I might regret this discussion when I crash tonight.

Wooden bridge stands over a small snow-covered path, surrounded by leafless trees casting long shadows in a quiet, sunlit winter forest.

Look close at this photo and you will see a van driving towards me on this path. Yes, it is a bike/walking path not a road. Before I got to the bridge after taking this photo, they started reversing realizing their mistake or I guess they didn’t want to run me down.

Feb 7, 2025 ∞

I was glad to find a little bit of time to get out for a run after work tonight. However, I did one of those an Apple workouts yesterday for only 10 min and my legs were still screaming at me during this run.

A path winds through a snowy, grassy landscape, bordered by bare trees and a single evergreen, under a sky filled with scattered clouds.