After a minor setback with a nasty but brief cold last weekend, this week marked a new high spot for the training program.  No, not in miles (though that will come with tomorrow’s 20-miler) — it was the first time this year for outdoor running in just shorts and a singlet.  A business trip took me to one of my favorite places, Richland Center, Wisconsin, where the rails-to-trails offers very peaceful, scenic training.  It was 61 and sunny the afternoon I arrived — glorious weather for my 8 mile run.

The next morning, for my 5-miler, was a bit different.  Foggy and 30 degrees, so it was back to tights, long-sleeve jersey, vest, gloves and headband.

But we’re getting there…