training progress

Hello blogger friends, I had a really good training week, I can feel that things are starting to fall into place. I have to admit, a while ago I actually thought that perhaps I had made a mistake in thinking I can climb up a mountain and after this weeks training I know I can!!  I am feeling stronger with every work out both physically and mentally.
Sunday I hiked 10 miles with my "Mountain Mentor", my two furry friends, Boulder and Max, along with my sister Heidi.What a beautiful day it was with the sun shining brightly. The snow is melting and the the taste of Spring is in the air.
It's funny how people come into your life when you least expect it. How lucky I am to have "Mountain Mentor". He has such a passion for climbing and I feed off of that. Question after question I ask and take mental notes as he patiently answers all of them.  He has given me wonderful training advice!!           
                       

I know this Winter was a tough one but look at the beautiful path that Laura and I hiked yesterday. The only foot prints were ours,the deers, and perhaps a coyote or two. I was able to get to the stairs today with my 30lb pack, I am on 12 repeats and for those who are keeping track, that means 14 next week...bring it on...

Don't wish it were easier, wish you were better.
Don't wish for fewer problems,wish for more skills.
Don't wish for less challenges,wish for more wisdom........Earl Shoaf

Laura

me, happy as a clam