BlogHide Reblurtsultratrain in # actifit • 13 hr. ago • 1 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 27 2026My legs were dragging today and I struggled to run 5 km on the trails but my diet was good and I was working hard cleaning out the hatchery ponds for over 3 hours. I never really found my groove for running so I figured I'd just enjoy a quiet run through the oak scrub and hope tomorrow is a better day. Lots of heavy dragging and lifting pond…ultratrain in # actifit • 18 hr. ago • 1 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 26 2026I had to get out earlier for my run so that I could do a few hours of pond weeding at the hatchery before the heat rolled in. It quickly hit the new bike trails for a steep up and down couple of miles before leveling off onto the more mellow trails. As I started down onto the new trail literally ran into Avery unhappy Prairie Rattlesnake…ultratrain in # actifit • 2 days ago • 1 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 2026I had to go out early this morning to avoid the oppressive afternoon heat but it was still an uncomfortable but good trail run. The trail was free of cyclists so I could get in a mile and a half going up and down the winding single-track route before joining back up with the cement for a bit and then onto the more mellow and…ultratrain in # actifit • 4 days ago • 1 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 23 2026As expected my legs were tired after my hard run yesterday and a long volunteer shift on my feet so my run was only 3 slower miles today. I stuck with a simple looping route along the easier bike trails with one hilly section along the first mile. The dry weather has made the trails dusty but the footing was good and the scenery definitely…ultratrain in # actifit • 5 days ago • 1 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 22 2026A much milder morning for a run up and down the new and more extreme biking trails on the hillsides rising above the campground. My legs felt good and strong for a change and I'm happy that my endurance is beginning to return (although a ways to go yet before I'm ready for an ultra). The trails are designed for bumpy and twisting…ultratrain in # actifit • 7 days ago • 1 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 20 2026A little bit cooler today but my running was so much better as I hit almost 6 strong morning miles. I planned on a fewhours cleaning weeds out of the hatchery ponds so I got out to run fairly early. My legs felt nice and rested and I was happy to see that my weight had dropped nicely over the past few weeks. A nice mile out on the path and…ultratrain in # actifit • 9 days ago • 1 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 18 2026I was able to get out for an earlier morning run and thus was able to avoid the oppressive heat that came later on Still, it was a tough day to be exercising outdoors. I ran into town and then UP a long climb to the old cemetery overlooking the area. It was close to a mile of steady ascent but my legs handled it well and I was treated to…ultratrain in # actifit • 11 days ago • 1 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 16 2026I was able to get running early in the day so the heat was still moderated but it would soon be another scorching day. My route was the usual recreational path for an easy mile before turning onto the new (but now being utilized by both cyclists and runners) for a much more productive and rewarding 3 miles looping through the scrubby oak…ultratrain in # actifit • 12 days ago • 1 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 15 2026More heat with even Spearfish Canyon baking in almost 100 degree heat so not much of a day to get outdoors. Had bloodwork done in Rapid City in the morning and then some shopping so it was after noon when we got back to Spearfish and I figured it wasn't time for any run. So Lulu and I headed up to the canyon for a few slightly cooler miles on…ultratrain in # actifit • 13 days ago • 1 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 14 2026Still hot and miserable for exercising but getting out early in the morning helped me to avoid the extreme heat that rolled in later on (up to 106 in the afternoon). It was a tough grind climbing the long hill up to the beautiful development above the hatchery and I was panting hard when I leveled off for a few yards before continuing…ultratrain in # actifit • 15 days ago • 2 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 13 2026Another brutally hot day at the hatchery with the temperature once again over 100 degrees with lots of sun and NO wind - really lousy conditions for exercising outdoors. Fortunately my volunteer shift was in the afternoon so I was able to hit the pavement before the heat became oppressive as well as dangerous. The first mile on the path let…ultratrain in # actifit • 16 days ago • 1 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 11 2026Yet again it was a brutally hot day to be outdoors and it made for a tough morning run, even if the thermometer hadn't yet reached over 100 degrees. There was a 5km community race/walk taking place early this morning but my route along the new biking trails kept me clear of the crowds and I enjoyed the trails in peace. It was over…ultratrain in # actifit • 18 days ago • 1 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 9 2026I hit the recreational path and bike trails early today before the forecasted hot weather rolled in, plus I wanted to do a few more hours of pond weeding as well. Two days of hauling weeds really tired out my upper body so I was pretty stiff starting my run. Fortunately the first mile is flat and easy with just one short but steep climb before…ultratrain in # actifit • 19 days ago • 2 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 88 2026Not too strenuous a day running-wise as I spent 3 hours dragging weeds out if one of our trout ponds so my run only covered a bit over 2 miles. Lots of upper body work pulling the weeds so it was a decent workout and my run was at a good pace as we. Lulu and I did have a great hike up in the canyon along the Savoy trail up to an old pond used…ultratrain in # actifit • 20 days ago • 1 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 7 2026A bit cooler today but it was still a warm morning for another 4 miles on the new biking trails before my hatchery work. My legs are tired now so it took a mile on the concrete path to really loosen up before heading onto the dirt section. At least my pace didn't slow too much on the winding bike section and it's a very enjoyable new area for…ultratrain in # actifit • 24 days ago • 1 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 4 2026Back to the heat and humidity which made for a slower 5 km morning run into town and back. I figured a run along the creek path would be a nice change of pace but I would still prefer the dirt trails - just so much more relaxing and fulfilling. Mostly flat with just a short climb up and down at the local college before a long pavement…ultratrain in # actifit • 24 days ago • 1 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 3 2026A busy "day off" front hatchery work but the volunteers took part in the Spearfish 4th of July parade with a float which was a nice couple if miles extra steps undercloudy skies (but still a fun event). First things first I had to get out for a strong 4 mile loop along the new and not worn in bike trails. The rolling and curvy…ultratrain in # actifit • 25 days ago • 1 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 2 2026Glad that I was able to get out early before the 90+ degree weather hit and put in a good 5 miles on the dirt. Fortunately the humidity hasn't been horrible but it's easy to really work up a good sweat. I've been wearing my Hdrop sweat meter again to check my sweat rates and sodium/potassium loss rates so that i can plan for my races later…ultratrain in # actifit • 26 days ago • 1 min readMy Actifit Report Card: July 1 2026I had to get out early this morning to put in my running miles as I was working the morning volunteer shift today and the forecast was for another hot afternoon. It was already humid but my legs felt pretty good so my pace was good and I covered 4 miles well. It was a warm and busy day at the hatchery with another 3 miles of walking around…ultratrain in # actifit • 29 days ago • 1 min readMy Actifit Report Card: June 28 2026A good run day as I put in a strong(er) 4 and a half miles on the new bike trails this morning. Still a lot of improvement is needed but things are looking better these days. The recent rains have packed down the diet on the new trails and the running is fairly smooth as only a few rocks are present. Much nicer than the easy but monotonous…
