I’ve decided that anyone who needs to train for a 5K like me and Zack or just plain get some exercise should visit Carmel. If you stay somewhere close to downtown, as we did on our recent 3rd anniversary getaway, you’re within walking distance of anywhere you need to go. We were ideally situated directly between the beach and the rest of the shops and restaurants Carmel has to offer and were therefore able to walk along the beach in the morning, hike and shop in the afternoon, and eat at a great local restaurant at night, all without opening a car door.
Little did I know that our choice of lodging would unintentionally help prepare us for our upcoming 5K. On our second day in Carmel, my trusty pedometer reported that we had walked 7 miles by lunchtime! After lunch at a tiny yet delightful Mediterranean cafe called Demetra, where one of the waiters burst into song right after I entered, I shuffled back to our room and collapsed into bed. Two hours later, I woke up drooling (that only happens when I’m REALLY tired) and stretched my aching muscles. I was ready for more, though not quite as ambitious. We finished the day with a modest 9 miles to our credit. At this rate, walking a 5K will be a piece of cake.
Little did I know that our choice of lodging would unintentionally help prepare us for our upcoming 5K. On our second day in Carmel, my trusty pedometer reported that we had walked 7 miles by lunchtime! After lunch at a tiny yet delightful Mediterranean cafe called Demetra, where one of the waiters burst into song right after I entered, I shuffled back to our room and collapsed into bed. Two hours later, I woke up drooling (that only happens when I’m REALLY tired) and stretched my aching muscles. I was ready for more, though not quite as ambitious. We finished the day with a modest 9 miles to our credit. At this rate, walking a 5K will be a piece of cake.
Awesome! And great deep sleeps are a nice side benefit! You are amazing. Love, Aunt D
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