Typically I would not even leave the house on a hot day like this. When the temperature soars near 100 degrees with no cloud cover, I like to hang out in air conditioned locations. Well, today was not that day. Instead, along with over 6,600 other crazy people, I did the Warrior Dash at Afton Alps. The Warrior Dash is a 5k run up the ski slopes of Afton where obstacles are interspersed throughout the course. It took me over an hour to finish, but I didn't care. I made sure I was well hydrated and did not get overheated. There were plenty of people I saw who ended up in the medic tent - one girl was passed out and the medics had her in an ice bath - not good and I hope she recovered, whoever she is. Scary, but surprising that not more people were in that position. I guess most people played it smart and listened to their bodies and knew their limits.
I had more fun than I'd like to admit. The obstacles were fun and I did walk away with a couple of minor warrior wounds when I fell off one of the easier obstacles. I was surprised that I didn't get hurt on a tougher obstacle, but instead, got hurt on a balance challenge where I just slipped off and tumbled to the ground.
All in all, it was fun and I'm really happy I did it. Would I do it again? Absolutely. But, don't tell anyone I said that!
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| We all made it! |
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| Our shoes ended up here for donation |
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| Feeding a hungry warrior |
