http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/ Places I've Run Preparing for a run on the "New Santa Fe Trail". http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96089468 96089468 Enjoying the New Santa Fe Trail in the brisk 38 degrees on a September morning. http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96090847 96090847 This was my most exhilarating run of the year. 4 miles through mountain canyons with wind chill temps in the 20's. I always keep a spare jacket in the trunk for those unexpected weather events! http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96249098 96249098 Couldn't run on this trail; I had to settle for the asphalt roads in the park...they were mighty steep! http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96093066 96093066 I don't remember the name of this great park. It wound around a peaceful little lake with panoramic views of the Rocky Mountains. Never run in an isolated area without letting someone know where you are. http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96094622 96094622 This path covers an old railroad track. It was very humid: I had to keep up the pace or else get a healthy dose of mosquito bites. http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96241767 96241767 One hot September day we turned off the GPS unit and just explored. As we rounded the corner, I said : "Wow, what a beautiful old farm road; I've got to run here!" These dirt surfaces are also easy on the feet. http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96244633 96244633 When choosing a location to run, we always look for roads "less traveled" with some great landscape for photos. This is one of my husband's best shots! Be sure to use caution when sharing the road with cars, trucks, or cows. http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96598387 96598387 A cool, foggy morning during a Thanksgiving trip to my brother's house. An after-dinner stroll around the block helps boost the metabolism after a big meal. http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96817938 96817938 Ah, Autumn is here. I can get out of the house and really turn up my own heat without fear of heat stroke. http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96817939 96817939 October is my favorite time of the year to exercise outside: cool temps, thinner air, and plenty of spooky decorations! http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96817940 96817940 Running on sand is a bit more challenging due to its unstable nature. But you do get some mid-section work in trying to keep your balance. http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96817941 96817941 This nice boy came out barking and then just shook his head back and forth. Glad he wasn't hungry. http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96817942 96817942 A peaceful, quiet day on the beach with views of Long Beach in the distance. http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96817943 96817943 Huntington Beach has small islands with marinas nestled inland that provide spectacular views of the water and surrounding homes. http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96817944 96817944 A clear fall day in Orange County with Saddleback Mountain in the background. http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96817945 96817945 One of the few remaining patches of undeveloped land in Orange County. http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96817946 96817946 This path through the woods was often occupied by horses from the local training facilities. http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96817947 96817947 A hot, humid September day in Georgia. Always be mindful of the dangers of exercising in extreme heat - especially if you've had health issues or are a senior citizen. http://www.michelejaco.com/apps/photos/photo?photoID=96825021 96825021