Learning the Trails: Day 1

There was something very familiar about last night as I walked into a room filled with people, all there with one common goal.  The goal to learn how to run trails safely and successfully. It took me back to that first day of No Boundaries where I had this idea of running and the goal was to prove that I probably wasn't a runner... but to just give it one last shot to see what would happen if I tried.

You've read about my attempts at trail running throughout the past year, so when this class was announced by Medved Running and Walking Outfitters, I was quite intrigued. The fear I have of injuring myself yet again, and frustration of not being a strong runner on the trails made taking this course an easy decision.

Tripping over roots and rocks? Struggling on hills? Lost your shoe in the mud? This might be the class for you.
Learning The Trails will cover:
-Why run trails? 
-Choosing a trail and trail safety
-Necessary gear
-Rocks, Roots, Logs, Mud, and other obstacles.  -Hills. Climbing and descending
-Trail running with groups and races
-Trail etiquette.  This FREE course is designed to improve your trail running and help keep you safe.

Based on that description, it was like this class was written for me, and for others that face the same obstacles when running on the trails! Since I have that Segahunda 4-mile relay route/race lurking in the midst, why not take advantage of getting some valuable knowledge and feeling way more prepared than ever? I need to fit trail training into my routine and make it an active part to be successful for Segahunda. Plus, it just happens to be on Monday nights where nothing really conflicts on the family calendar. Oh, AND it's FREE! The stars have aligned!

When I walked into Medved last night, I recognized a bunch of friends... friends that I've already shared some miles with... Friends that I've shared races with; conversations with; No Boundaries training with... (heck, even friends who I've poured pints for after the Thursday night Borough Runs.) It was a very positive feeling and added to my excitement to starting this 10 week course.  I need all the help I can get on trails, and from what I learned last night, this instructor is on a mission to teach what he knows.... and from the sounds of it, he knows a lot!

So, let this training adventure begin!  

In true fashion, I will document my struggles and triumphs here for your reading pleasure if you choose to follow. 

Let's do this!!!