1.20.2011

The Green Girl's Manhattan Beach Pier Run

This evening, the Green Girl went for a run on The Strand.

I arrived at the metered beach parking lot just as the sun was beginning to set.

As I started out on my run, my body felt good. I was pleased that my calves were somewhat loose for a change.

I made an effort to focus on relaxing my body - especially my shoulders. Lately, I've been noticing how much harder it is for me push my body when it's overly tense.

I headed south towards the Manhattan Beach Pier.

At the end of the concrete pair is a circular building housing the Roundhouse Marine Studies Lab and Aquarium. The aquarium is open to the public and admission is free.

I ran behind the building to the edge of the pier to catch the last glimpses of the blazing sunset over the dark ocean waves.

On my way back, I discovered my muscles had relaxed and I was able to pick up the pace.

By this time, sections of The Strand were enveloped in complete darkness and my eyes cautiously scanned the pavement for uneven footing.

I relished every second of my run tonight.

16 comments:

  1. I've only run that section once during a race between Hermosa and Manhattan Beach but I remember it being great.

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  2. Beautiful picture. Such a shame that you're so anti joggler....

    :p

    Btw, what camera do you use?

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  3. Stunning photos! I can see why it was such a great run. I do a lot of work to strengthen my shoulders for the longer runs. It really helps a lot. Have a good weekend!

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  4. Relaxed run in a beautiful setting, what's not to relish?

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  5. Wow! So beautiful! I'm glad you had a great run.

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  6. Those sunset pictures are just amazing. I think I'd plop down on the beach and never get up...well, until the sun fully set :).

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  7. relaxed run in the dark last night would have been good. I 1/2 way had it down.

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  8. Lovely! You have run in some great places with terrific views. Sounds like a fab run too.

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  9. Gorgeous! I love the reflections of light on the water. Happy running!

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  10. Love it. I just love the places you get to run. Sounds so peaceful!

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  11. We have had THE best sunsets recently have we not? Beautiful shots!

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  12. You are a great photographer Green Girl. I love your pics. Thanks for the reminder to relax the shoulders! Yes, yes, yes.

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  13. For upper body and shoulders I have a routine I do with weights 3 times per week after my shorter runs.

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  14. Those pics of your run make me SUPER envious of your ragular runninng routes!! Eastern Washington simply cannot compete...and I have to bundle up to run :(

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