New Trail Shoes

Cut back week.

My new Brooks trail shoes got a test run of 11.5 miles today and it went well. They really make a difference on the varying trail conditions. Although, I did get a small blister in an odd spot -- on the side of 3rd toe -- so will need to remember to apply some Glide next time. But I think that was more caused by the very uneven trail than the shoes.

I ran with a friend from the running club and we had to scramble over many BIG rocks to keep to the trail. In some places we were very close to the edge of a cliff and that made me a bit nervous considering the footing. At one point, I wished I would've brought my cell phone in case of someone slipping. Next time I will take it with me for sure.

But we made it through the 8-ish mile trail portion fine. I did catch a toe on either a rock or a root and nearly went down but managed to keep my feet beneath me. The balance work I do in yoga definitely helps me with trail running balance and ankle strength.

I am feeling more and more confident about my upcoming 30k trail run. :)

Chiropractor appointment on Monday to see about my left hip/sciatic problem.