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Moab, UT for "The Other Half"

For my third and final half marathon of the season I was lucky enough to run "The Other Half" in Moab, UT. I've been to Moab half a dozen times, but have never experienced the beauty of the Sorrel Resort and the Colorado River. The Resort was a perfect retreat for me and my girlfriends. We spent the day hiking to Delicate Arch, then the evening shopping on Main Street, and sitting around the camp fire listening to Indian Folklore. Running was tough for me this time around. However, the route was amazing! Our room was only yards away from the finish line, so I went from a face plant on the porch to the Jacuzzi. :) Then it was time for the BEST hamburger of my life and the BEST massage I've ever had.

Here are some of my favorite pics...

Sorrel Resort - Pool Area

View of the Colorado River from the pool at the Sorrel Resort.

Lounging on the swing looking at the view from our porch.

Trying to stay warm as the sun tries to come up.
(Start of Race - Mile marker 31 / Old Dewy Bridge)

Starting Line (1700 runners)

Mile 2

I did not run well, but I finished. :)

View from our room at the Sorrel Resort.
(TIP: Request Room IDA)

Next to the river at the Sorrel Resort.

Delicate Arch in Arches National Park

Delicate Arch

Bryce Canyon National Park - First Half Marathon

Well, I finally ran my first half marathon! Yes, I ran all 13.1 miles without stopping. My mother-in-law will be the first to point out that I didn't quite take 1st place, but I think 534 out of 1400 is pretty darn good. haha

I was also able to visit Bryce Canyon National Park for the first time. It was breathtaking!

5 things I learned about running a half at Bryce Canyon.

1) The race is down hill, but easy on the knees.
2) Very few Americans can be found in the park. It's almost like searching for wildlife. (I thought I needed to learn Spanish, but now I need to learn French.)
3) It is actually possible for someone to run a 5 minute mile. I ran a 10 minute mile, so I am of course not talking about myself. :)
4) I would consider anyone over the age of 60 and under 13 that is able to run a half, my hero.
5) The red rock is amazing! The views are awesome!

Here are a few of my favorite pics...

Tipi at Ruby Inn's Lake

2 Mile Mark of Bryce Canyon Half

4 Mile Mark

9 Mile Mark

FINISH LINE!!!
(Everyone wins a medal, so don't get excited for me.)

Bryce Point Hike
(Bella and Sofia)

Sunset Point

Sunset Point Navaho Trail

Navaho Trail
(Tata and Cheesy Boy)

Cannonville, UT
(Finishline of marathon)

Bryce Canyon Point

Taking a breather at the arch
on Bryce Canyon Point hike

Bryce Canyon Point

Bryce Canyon Point

The Boys on Bryce Canyon Point