Dog Lake Death Run

My friend Brett invited me to go trail running/hiking back in October 2013.  Of course I wanted to go, but I didn’t realize what I was getting myself into.

We drove to go run to dog lake.  I’ll admit I was a little worried because Brett is a MUCH better runner than I, but at least I gave him fair warning.  We didn’t run the entire time (I probably would have died), but when we did run I remembered how awesome trail running was.  Once we reached dog lake I was amazed with the beauty.  I loved it!  

First stop: Dog Lake

Brett then asked if I wanted to go further and I thought, yeah sure, I could handle it.  

We continued to run and occasionally walk/hike.  It was also getting later and later.  When we finally reached desolation lake we didn’t stay long because the sun was going down and we needed to get back.  Luckily he had a head lamp.  

Little did I know the trail we took was longer than expected.  We finally reached the car in safety and with the sun down.  I had a blast, but I didn’t expect us to run so far!  

My thoughts on this run.  The entire time I didn’t want to embarrass myself.  I tried so hard to keep up with Brett the entire time and not be that girl.  You know, the one who complains or whines and can’t handle it.  I have a bit of an issue with pride.  So I just prayed the entire time that I wouldn’t pass out and that I would be able to keep up with him.  I was fine being a little behind, but I didn’t want to slow him down.  I honestly was thinking, 'what did I get myself into'.

In the end I survived and I definitely felt accomplished.  I’m really glad my friend invited me and pushed me to what I didn’t expect to be able to handle.

I don’t think I always push myself hard enough with running until I am with other people.  I would have never done a run like that on my own.  I’m grateful I had someone to really push me to my limits.  Because in the end, I’m stronger than I think.

Runaway Girl