Easy Running Week at Tybee Island

Last week, I decided to spend time at Tybee Island with Pat and Michael. In the process, we also got to get together with David and Lawson. (David is my son and Lawson is his wife.) We had a great time.

I loved running on the island! I managed to squeeze in two three mile runs and a very easy 5 miler. I also had a great time playing in the Atlantic Ocean and walking along the beach. The sky was not overcast as you see in this picture, I'm posting it because it is a pleasant reminder of the 2011 Tybee Half!

The weather was great, but it was very humid. I wanted to get in 10 more miles of running last week, but I decided not to run that far because of minor leg pains. I'm glad, because today's 4 miler felt GREAT!

Here are three of my favorite pictures from this trip:

Sea Oats!

   Morning Sun over the Atlantic. 

(I love the cloud formations.)

A view from the Jetty at South Tybee Beach

Cooler Days and Running in the Rain!

Summer running has been great so far. For several mornings in June, I have enjoyed running in the rain! I always enjoy running in the rain because of its natural cooling properties. This June the weather has been cool to go along with the cooling rains.

I can only hope that this summer the mornings will always be cool. Of course, I know better and I realize that the warm weather will eventually cause me to slow down this summer as usual. I do, however, intend to take advantage of this presently pleasant weather.

I'm currently reaping the benefits of Speed Work! My training runs are naturally faster and my speed sessions are gradually improving. These cool mornings have been great! Yesterday's speed workout was right on target. I wonder if I'll be able to keep it up as the weather warms?