A week ago today, I was so happy to train in the city, especially since it was a NYC Summer Streets Saturday. I wasn't so psyched about catching the 5:30AM train, but that's something I'm going to have to get used to. TNT meets at 8AM on Saturday mornings and the 6:30 train doesn't get me in to the city quite early enough. So 5:30 it is.
Not only was I excited about Summer Streets (when they close Park Avenue for people to exercise), but I got to try out bridges. Our run started with the Brooklyn Bridge, followed by the Manhattan Bridge, and ended with an out and back up Park and back to the World Financial Center. The weather couldn't have been more beautiful, the views from the bridges were breathtaking, and I was so enthralled with the city, 12.5 miles just flew by. I've been having trouble with my long runs for the past couple months and this one seemed to be a turning point for me. Ever since that run in the city my runs have felt amazing. I'm feeling strong and ready to tackle the last 11 or so weeks of training.
The above photo is a view from the Manhattan Bridge. My friend and running buddy, Paige, took it during her visit to a Brooklyn Flea market. We must have just missed each other on the bridge. I was glad she had her camera to capture what a spectacular day it was.
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