Well the summer if officially over and this is when the fall running season really kicks in. The weather is usually perfect for running and I know the Dukes are going to be out there and running. Our first run for the fall season will be this Saturday in Central Park -  fitness® Mind, Body, Spirit 4-mile run: 8:30 a.m. 

On a personal note, I am finally getting back into running form, even though I am still well behind in my training for the NYC Marathon. This past week I finally ran over 30 miles, and most importantly a long run of 13 miles.

The long run was done at the Dukes of Flatbush retreat and wellness center in Shelter Island. I wish I had been injury free this summer to take advantage of the great terrain and fantastic views out on Shelter Island and am happy I was able to get a final long run in before the end of the summer.

Here is the obligatory end of summer, sunset picture from Wades Beach on Shelter Island to close out this season. Hope to have pics from the race up next week