ok, so I'm super tired right now! I just got back from an 11 mile run at about 8000 ft. altitude. Typically, 11 miles would not be a big deal for me but when your running at 8000 feet at a quick pace it makes you pretty tired. The first 2.5 miles were ok, but from about mile 3 to mile 5.5, it climbs straight uphill. The way back, I was able to pick up the pace and started clipping 6:15 miles pretty easily, but when I finished, I felt like I had just completed a marathon. Running uphill at altitude is so tough. It is kind of hard to explain the feeling. Its a pain that feels good though because you know you are going to benefit from the work, even if your running slow. We'll I am off to take a nap now, and will do another 3 or 4 miles real easy this afternoon. HOLLLAA!!!!

This picture is taken down the street from the condo we are staying in. The view doesn't get much better than this!

-Josh