This morning I went "rucksacking" for my first time with my friends Jason and Zach. What an experience. Thank you Jason for truly verifying the fact that I am indeed not cut out for the military.
Anyone that picks up rocks (like the size of your head) and puts them in a backpack to go for a run is obviously a masochist. However, I know I am made for running because I had an awesome time and can't wait to go again. We went to the park here and did the trails that go thru the woods.
I attempted to take a picture of my watch, its a little blurry tho. For you non-garmin users, we went 4.13 miles in 1 hr 30 min. Seems so slow, but when you've got an extra 30 pounds on your back it really makes a difference.
To say that I chose the wrong type of shoes, would quite possibly be the understatement of the century. It has rained stormed here for the past few nights and the trails are pretty muddy, to say the least..
I also could've used a different pair of pants..
but im absolutely not complaining!
(jeez, someone could benefit from some self tanner, or SOMETHING)
That was by far the best full body workout I've had since high school. So now I'm on a quest for new shoes. Would I be looking for hiking shoes? Trail shoes? I have no idea..
But I know this is my new favorite workout. For sure.
Oh and just for kicks and giggles, some of the quotes from the trip:
"Forty pounds doesn't seem that heavy"
3 miles later:
"I think Satan is riding in my backpack"
"My only choices here are the ice capades or thorn bushes"
"woah slip 'n slide!" followed by..
"haha crocodile mile!"
"I thought I was gonna get yelled at by a beaver back there"
"Busted out my ninja warrior skills just then"
"Thats not gay, its teamwork"
"dang i left my snorkel at home.."
Anyways, just wanted to share that experience. Im off to "do homework" (play guitar). Ive decided I want a new one for my birthday. Needy little thing, arent I?
I've had my eye on this one for a while.
and for anyone who cares, you can see/hear it being played here:
want to buy it for me? ill love you forever!!!
2 comments:
I'm so jealous of the Garmin! I just started jogging, and I feel like it would be excellent motivation. Too bad my bank account can't handle it. :( Enjoy your rocks--S
Hey! Thanks for stopping by my blog. I look forward to reading yours and seeing what you've been up to!
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