A Beautiful Run Through Newbury, MA & The Power of Nature
By jenny on Jul 21, 2011 with Comments 11
Sometimes I have to kick myself for not bringing my camera with me…
After a little hemming and hawing I decided that today’s fun workout would be a 4 to 5 mile run around Newburyport with stair repeats at the park…
Followed by some strength training back at home. Wanting to try a different route than the yesterday’s self guided Newburyport walking tour, I headed southeast on route 1A. My running plans changed because I soon found myself leaving Newburyport and entering Newbury.
Now I know what you’re thinking because I was thinking the same thing: How different could Newbury and Newburyport really be? Quite different actually. The houses in Newburyport are a bit older and sit quite close together whereas Newbury is full of rolling hills, and sprawling farmland.
I cruised along the generous shoulder on route 1A for a little over 2 miles and then turned back with the intention of running out and back on a few of the side streets so that I could see more of the farmland. I only had to turn off the road once because Pine Island Road lead me to the most beautiful place…
Old Town Hill, Newbury, MA courtesy of The Trustees of The Reservations
The marsh grasses seemed to go on for miles. I took of my sunglasses and breathed in the salty sea air that blew across the landscape and thought ‘How on earth did I end up here??’ (both on my run and life in general.) If it had not been for the heat, lack of water, and ever growing to do list, I think that I simply would have kept running. Next time I run to Newbury I’m going to bring my camera, my camelbak, and some Clif energy shots so that I can…
I cruised back home to finish my 6 miler with a big sweaty grin. After showering, I refueled lots of water, a wonderfully juicy peach, and some delicious leftovers.
And now I simply feel at peace.
Isn’t the power of nature simply amazing??
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Yes! Sometimes I simply turn off my Ipod when I walk to work so I can take everything in…sights, sounds. It really starts my day off on a relaxing note!
It’s so wonderful that you can walk to work Alexa, so much better than being stuck in traffic!
oh wow, thats breath taking! I would have be able to run forever there. Gorgeous. Nature does wonders for the soul.
It really does doesn’t it, I’m just so glad I decided to run today
Hope all is well!
what a beautiful view, I love nature it so soothing!
It really does soothe the soul
This post relaxed me
Nature is such a wonderful and powerful thing (<– is there a better word than thing to describe this? lol) Glad you enjoyed yourself 
That’s breathtaking, Feather! Being outside and coming upon beauty like that really does restore the soul. Love, m
Scenic runs are always my favorite. That picture is wonderful, I can only imagine how peaceful it felt!
I am so glad you found me on Twitter so that I could find you! Running through beautiful scenery is THE BEST. It’s a little harder in the middle of the desert (where I live) and I miss the beauty of the east coast. Looking forward to following your blog!
For me, it just clears my mind, heart and soul. What an amazing Creator to have done things the way He did….to go such a short distance and see the lands be totally different.
Enjoy your Friday!