Lost Poundage Motivation

Along the same lines as Adrianne's "Lost Poundage" report, I wonder if it would be fun for volunteers to participate in a physical fitness challenge. No, not to compare the number of pounds we lost, or even the percentage of our beginning weight (like "The Biggest Loser" on NBC). Rather, I propose a goal of an activity.

Since most of us will gather in Utah this summer for the family reunion, I propose a challenge of a jog to the bottom of the "Y" on Y Mountain. It's .94 miles as calculated in Google Earth, goes from 5,153' to 6,067' in elevation (a change of 914 feet in elevation over 4,963 feet in distance - or a slope of 18% if I'm doing my rise over run calculation right). There is little shade on this hike, but the view is excellent once you're on top. Actually, the view is nice from the parking lot, but you'd have to watch out for lip-locked lovers if you stayed there.

We could do it one evening as a sunset hike/jog for those interested. Hikers could begin and go at their own pace, while joggers make their way up at their own pace. There wouldn't be an award given to the fastest, but rather this could be an attempt to get some of us in better shape.

Date: Early August
Location: Provo, UT
Who: Anyone and everyone who wants to participate

Any feedback? Would this interest anyone else? I'm not a big hiker because of foot, back, and knee problems, but I wish I did more of it. This may help me get back on track.