Another early morning decision – get up and run in the cold, or stay in bed. Well, happily, the run won out. Today was VHTRC’s annual Fat As, er Butt, Run. It had snowed enough Thursday night, that I was worried that the trails would be hard to run on. Not to worry – conditions were excellent.

About 90 people showed up for this “fat ass” run – no fees, no aid, no wimps, no whining, etc. We started at Hemlock Overlook Park near Clifton, Virginia and headed to Fountainhead Park. The distance was 50K, but I only planned to do about 16 miles or so. But I was moving along so well, that I ended up doing 18.

This tree caught my eye on the way back – it looks like camouflage… Behind the tree is a snow covered foot bridge. There are quite a few new bridges on the blue trail.

I ran with Lucia for most of the time. Good company, not too cold, and decent footing. Thanks VHTRC! It was a great day for a run!!