As a runner, I am pretty conscientious about following the rules of the road. Safety is always a big concern. I stick to sidewalks as long as they are available. I wear bright colors if I'll be running on the road. I watch before crossing. I only wish drivers paid half as much attention to following the rules of the road.So here's your friendly public service announcement this week...drivers, when you come to a red light or even just a stop sign, stop where indicated. No, the crosswalk wasn't put there to get you closer to the intersection, it's actually for pedestrians...or runners like me trying to use sidewalks to stay out of your way. Tonight I had to battle and swerve around at least three cars that decided to stop on the crosswalk. It was a close call with one crazy driver who obviously didn't see the runner crossing, appropriately in the crosswalk, and nearly drove into me.
Law breaking drivers aside, I enjoyed the chilly dusk run. No lunch time today, so I hit the pavement after work. It was quiet, the legs were moving and, aside from a few drivers, no obstacles to a good run. Top off the fact that all my muscle groups have decided to work together again, who can be in a bad mood finishing up a run in the shadow of the Capitol Dome lit up against the night sky.
In all, February didn't turn out to be a fantastic mileage month, but looking back at last year's log it was a lower month then too. Maybe I can turn February 2014 into a Feburary where I hit my mileage. Until then, I'll just plan on more miles (and hopefully getting back into my speed groove) in March. I can do it. Lots of opportunities. Happy trails!!!
Stats -
Miles: 5.66
Time: 50:43 (average pace of 8:57 per mile)
Feeling: the blister on my left big toe from the 1/2 marathon rubs a bit after a few miles, but the hamstring is finally stretching out a bit
