After posting my best 4 mile pace time running the Turkey Trot, I ran my usual every other day 4.32 mile practice at Cheesman Park. My first practice run since was also my best per mile pace for the 3 laps at the park. Maybe I am getting a little better at this.
I have been looking for additional opportunities to run, and also for a new motivation to keep me going. This morning I went to Fort Logan National Military Cemetery to visit SPC4 Houghton. I usually park at the visitor center, and hike to his section and marker out of respect. He lost both legs, and it seemed fitting for me to make the effort to cover the 2.02 miles out and back on foot.
This morning I decided it would be more appropriate for me to run the 2.02 miles to leave flowers, say a prayer, visit, and pay my respects. I think everyone residing there is familiar with getting PT’ed until they are dragging butt, so I’m sure they would appreciate it in spirit. I did the 2.02 miles in 19:03, but stopped the clock while visiting. My running pace was 9:25 for 6.36 miles per hour. All of their sacrifices are a great motivator to keep me going.
