Getting some (more) nature in

[Decker]

These last few weeks have found me going further afield in the early morn to get my long runs in quietly since our local parks have a few too many people, but they are still quiet further north and west of us. As a result, I’ve found some real gems that I will definitely be revisiting. Last week was one of the best with a trip to a nature reserve and though it was a tough lonely run, the scenery more than made up for it. Only saw a few walkers on the entire 24k route. Also saw a beaver and otter and stopped to take plenty of photos/vids and catch my breath :). I am finding these trail runs really energizing and peaceful. I’ve seen studies that speak to dramatic blood pressure and stress reductions while in nature and I really think it is true. Hope you are able to do what you need to during this time to clear your head.

[Oldfloss Administrator]

Gorgeous ...as ever..

Go you xxx

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to Oldfloss]

So happy to have looked into some of these places!

[Hidden]

Nice running Decker, and look at that nature-scape and wildlife what a bonus 👍👍

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to Hidden]

Thanks, yes it’s hard to have a bad run in places like this 🙂

[SaskAlliecat Half Marathon]

Just looking at your pictures help to reduce my stress. Experiencing it first hand would be divine. Enjoy your nature runs.

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to SaskAlliecat]

Well then I will just keep taking pics for you Allie. 😊 I just cant wait to share these places with some of my run buddies when all this blows over

[SaskAlliecat Half Marathon in reply to Decker]

Please do! It is so nice to see the beautiful places you get to run.

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to SaskAlliecat]

I will if you will. I love to see your landscapes too!

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon]

That looks so peaceful.... I can smell the fresh air 🌿🌱 Enjoy it all Decker 🏃🙂

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to Irishprincess]

It really was IP. There were one or two mornings when no one else was about. Mind you it can be a bit spooky at times too. I am still trying to work out if I disturbed a ghost or something when a stick leaning on a post suddenly flew in the air with no wind 👀😳

[Irishprincess Administrator Half Marathon in reply to Decker]

Now that does sound spooky 😱 but given that nature has been around a lot longer than us then I’m not surprised that things can happen we don’t understand. Stay safe in all ways 🙂

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to Irishprincess]

Yes, as this area was originally home to Indigenous Peoples around 12,000 years ago, my mind was racing too. Needless to say I quickened my pace after that 😁

[AliHC Marathon]

Absolutely beautiful Decker ❤️

I tend to do most of my running on the road, but I am surrounded by incredible trails. It may be time to buy some trail shoes 😂 x

[SlowLoris in reply to AliHC]

It really is.

[AliHC Marathon in reply to SlowLoris]

🤣👟👟👟👟👟👟👟YES!

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to AliHC]

I mean, yes, of course you need new shoes. What was I thinking? 🤣

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to AliHC]

Oh if you have trails nearby you need to try them out! Just try to keep an eye on where you are. I am always getting lost when Google maps drop out. You don’t really need trail shoes initially unless you have really muddy sections.

[linda9389 Administrator Marathon]

Looks fabulous Decker. Running and nature, together, are so powerful. A glorious upside to the current situation.

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to linda9389]

It fills my tank at the end of each week!

[cheekychipmunks Half Marathon]

Oh wow Decker, amazing photos. I can see why you love running with all that around you. 😍😍

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to cheekychipmunks]

The funny part is I had no idea of many of these trails until I was forced to change my routes.

[cheekychipmunks Half Marathon in reply to Decker]

Every cloud! 😀

[aliboo70 Half Marathon]

This looks really lovely well done Decker! 😊xxx

[Decker Ultramarathon in reply to aliboo70]

Thanks Ali. Right now this is what is keeping me motivated 😊xx

[Lordi Marathon]

Great photos Decker. I’m planning to go farther afield too in the coming months with some Jeffing trips up to 30k (2k run, 1k walk repeat x10) using my hydration backpack and taking some picnic items for halfway etc.