Sunday, February 20, 2011

Day 48: Endurance Capital of the World


I am blown away. Just read that those of us that live near Folsom Lake or near the Auburn Canyon, are living near the Endurance Capital of the World.

Read it here.

"Within the boundaries of this state park are more sporting endurance events than any other place in the world, giving Auburn the undisputed and internationally-acclaimed title of Endurance Capital of the World. Examples include the Western States Endurance Run, Western States Trail Ride also known as Tevis Cup Equestrian Ride, American River 50 Mile Endurance Run, American River 50 Mile Equestrian Ride, Way Too Cool 50 Kilometer Endurance Run, Auburn International Half-Ironman Triathlon, Auburn Century 100 Mile Bike Ride, Coolest 24 Hour Mountain Bike Ride, Rio Del Lago 100 Mile Endurance Run, Sierra Nevada 50 Mile Endurance Run, and the Coolest Run: Ride & Tie."

Find some time and explore. Beyond every corner up ahead on the trail, is another beautiful moment waiting to happen.

Oak trees.

Sun drenched trails.

Wildlife.

Deer.

Eagles.

Rocks.

Creeks.

Moments that matter while taxing the body through exhaustion and endurance training.