20 and 6.2 to go

With three weeks to go til the full 26.2 marathon...I had a 20 miler ahead of me. I went to bed early the night before, drank my Isagenix protein shake, got my gear all ready, and when morning hit...off I hit the pavement. I was surprised how well I was feeling by mile 16. I had energy, my feet weren't aching, and I gained a bit of confidence that I KNEW I COULD DO IT!

My 20 mile run went well...no new blisters. I recently purchased new shoes. I paid out the nose for them but no new blisters = worth every penny!

Catherine Pass to Sunset Peak

 

Timp 13.1

Today I ran the Timpanogos Half Marathon. It was a great race experience and I would have to say my second favorite (Moab first fav). The course went down American Fork Canyon and along the river trail. It was a quicker race for me, I could've done it in two hours or less but I stopped and used the bathroom twice.

The medals are huge w/ a cool design and the shirt fits great & cute too!

7 weeks until the Top of Utah Marathon!!!

Next race...Sept. 1 Salt Lake Half Marathon

*KEEP CALM AND RUN ON*

ZZ Ward

I went to a house concert party last night and two girls sang this song. I wish I had their version...amazing! I love ZZ Ward's voice and raw talent. How have I not heard about her before?


Last Love Song lyrics

We were never the marrying type, oh no,
We won't buy dishes or stained glass lights, oh no,
For a table we'll never sit at,
In the house that we won't ever get,

I won't wake up and pick out your tie, oh no,
You won't come home and kiss me at night, oh no,
We won't lie in this king bed for two,
Say goodbye to us saying "I dos,"

No more white picket fences,
No more lace veils or vows,
No more "You're the only one" 'cause that's all done with now,
This is the last love song I'll ever write for you,
This is the last love song I'll ever write for you,

Take these roses and this Jameson, oh no,
Find a subway that I can sit in, oh no,
Buy a one-way out of this city,
Everything that I need, got it with me,

No more white picket fences,
No more lace veils or vows,
No more "You're the only one" 'cause that's all done with now,
This is the last love song I'll ever write for you,
This is the last love song I'll ever write for you,

All these notes and all these words,
Are all that's left in me,
Bend these pages, count my woes,
One last song to set me free,

No more white picket fences,
No more lace veils or vows,
No more "You're the only one" 'cause that's all done with now,
This is the last love song I'll ever write for you,
This is the last love song I'll ever write for you,
This is the last love song I'll ever write for you,
This is the last love song I'll ever write for you, oh.


A few other songs from ZZ Ward that I now like:

Wasatch Crest Trail

What can I say about the Wasatch Crest trail? EPIC! I love this ride. Your legs feel the uphill but it's 4 miles and the rest is a downhill party on mostly single track terrain.

Link for information for this ride click here*

Bells Canyon

My mom is the best! I love that she'll go hiking with me. We both love to hike to lakes or waterfalls. Bells Canyon did both. We hiked to Bells Reservoir and then to the first waterfall.

 Not sure how we missed this hike before but, WOW! Bells Canyon to the first waterfall is a beauty! The trail is 4 miles round trip and the last half is mostly in the shade next to the river.

(Bells Canyon info. click here)

On our hike down we saw a snake on the side of the trail but didn't know what kind. I couldn't see the whole body. I peered over and threw a few rocks to get it off of the trail. It RATTLED and my mom and I freaked out and ran away from the snake. It slithered away and then we were nervous to walk past the area it was...we sprinted fast past that section and finished the hike down. Funny how I don't get nervous about rattle snakes until I see one. There were probably dozens of snakes in the mnts. near us but never knew it.

Dispelling Snakebite Myths: article link

* The truth is many snakebites occur without a warning. 

* Avoiding the snakebite from the start just seems to be the best approach. Follow these general tips: Leave snakes alone. Don't try to kill snakes. Stay on trails. Stay out of high grasses; they hide snakes really well. Wearing leather boots might prevent a few bites. Don't put your arms and legs where you can't keep track of them. Some experts say a snake can strike half its length. If you see one, double or triple that distance for a margin of safety.
IF YOU GET BIT:

Corner Canyon biking

I was suppose to meet up with a friend this morning to go mountain biking. I got all ready, dressed, and packed up and then I looked at my phone...friend was called into work. I debated about hopping back into bed at 6:30am but I was all ready to go...so I went. What a beautiful morning ride. The trailhead is next to the Draper LDS temple and the view of the valley was gorgeous. The downhill of the ride was called RUSH trail. It was a rush --- steep turns, fun hill to jump, and just great terrain. I need to go back weekly to improve my uphill and confidence on the downhill but for today I was pleased with the ride. 

I love my new Giro white camo helmet. It took me two tries to get the right size but it sure feels good having a new and comfy helmet.

This trail system has multiple options. I need to go back and try a few more options. I've ridden this area four times and every time I've been pleased for how close it is to my house.

http://www.utahmountainbiking.com/trails/corncan.htm

Tag race pictures

I've never had a race picture without words on my face. The Park City trail series took photos, posted them on facebook, and then we could use what we found of ourselves. It's great! Good quality photos without having to buy the $30-60 photo packages. I usually just take a screen shot of the photo anyways so I was tickled pink with this option. Thanks Park City's R-U-N events!

10K (6.5 miles) route

Standing around for a raffle. Almost everyone won something but me...I'm unlucky with drawings. Hopefully next time!

10K Trail Run

This was my first trail run. Loved it!

Pint glass instead of another race shirt that usually doesn't fit right. Clever.

Wish I had pictures of the views. There were hot air balloons at the start of the race and so many amazing mountain scenes throughout the trail. 

 
Never trained on a trail. Some of the sections were tricky with rocks and single track with lots of runners. 

I believe this trail is a section of Park City's mountain bike trail system. I need to head back and play on my mnt. bike soon.

A little piece of heaven on Earth...Lake Powell

Kaison learned to surf using his wake board * Totally rad!

Lake Powell is the best place to enjoy family time. We sure missed my mom and dad. They'll be coming in Sept. when I can't.

We went on a canyon adventure and hike up Smith's canyon. I didn't take my camera because I thought we were going to be in deep water. The hike reminded me of sections of the Havasupai. 

Clearing the wake * Krehl sure makes it look so easy. I am still working on it. Too bad I only go boating a handful of times each year.

Sky Ride (air chair) fun * Chelsey learned how and got to 8 seconds. It is truly like riding a bull when learning.

On our drive home we stopped to view the Stadium of Fire fireworks. Incredible! I am proud to be an American!

Makell's Baptism Anniversary

My dad took these pictures and I never included them in our yearly photobook. Going to include them this year: Happy Baptism Anniversary Makell

Summer Solstice