New places to run

I'm on vacation, but still committed to getting my training runs in. This requires holding the runs as priority and scheduling them as best as I can despite circumstances. 

Ahead of leaving I searched online for possible running spots. You never quite know how things will work out or if these places are what you'd expect and will suit your needs. 

I was up early this morning to catch my 7:30am flight. Landed in Manchester,  NH around 10:30 and had dinner plans in Burlington,  VT at 6:45. The time in between was open to do as I please. 

I scoped out a lunch place prior to leaving in Waterbury,  VT and arrived at 1pm. I was hungry and had delicious soup and salad and left satisfied with a full belly. My next stop was the Ben & Jerry's factory because I have a sweet tooth and not going while being so close was NOT an option lol. 

I got a ticket for the 2:10pm tour and they had samples of strawberry cheesecake ice cream for us at the end of the tour. In addition to that I ended up buying some Pucker up sorbet to try something new and refreshing (which is was on this warm summer day).

Next up was my running spot. That's right, after eating ice cream I was going on a run. By 3:30pm I was warming up on the trail and off for my 4 mile run! Ideal no, done yes! Successfully too!

The path was paved with wooden bridges over the river / stream, scenic views and bits of elevation that we don't have in Florida. I enjoyed it very much and while my pace wasn't quite as fast as previous runs I still managed to keep it under a 10 minute mile pace. 

I didn't feel sick and overall was pleased with my run and my effort.

Afterward I stopped at a cider place and treated myself to a cider slush on the way to the AirBNB I was meeting my friends at.

I had a lovely full day in a state I've never been to before and beautiful weather too!

10 sessions down, 79 to go!