Summer is best for Iwana Cross-Country

Running on the road in midsummer drains your energy.
When that season arrives, my feet naturally head toward the Iwana Cross-Country course.
The woodchip course, enveloped in the shade of trees, feels cooler than the actual temperature and is gentle on the legs. It is an ideal environment for long runs in the summer.
Today, I met up with five friends, and we each ran 7 to 8 laps at our own pace.
Even if we aren't running together, just having friends sweating in the same place makes me work harder for some reason.
Since it was a Sunday during summer vacation, it was bustling with many runners, from students to local enthusiasts.
Seeing people enjoying youth baseball and tennis made me feel once again how great sports are.
After the workout, we washed off the sweat at a hot spring and had our customary pasta lunch.
It's not just the running; the time spent with friends is one of the important reasons I continue to run.
There are about two months left until the Akita Nairiku 100km.
Turning last year's frustration into strength, I will continue to move forward one step at a time today toward my goal of 10 finishes.

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