I didn't mention it, but I actually do run on grass whenever possible and I don't ever (or very rarely) see anyone else doing that (and am glad they don't or there wouldn't be any grass left

) So it seems I'm not the only one LOL!
When I run on the rare occasion on the city streets I go for the strips of grass
between the sidewalk and street, and when that's not available the asphalt street, and last, the sidewalk. Course, always got to watch out for those unexpected holes in the ground covered by the vegetation (only had a few mishaps with those, nothing serious

). You're right about the asphalt and wood providing a bit of bounce, it's noticeable. Alas here in Texas we're I'm at no boardwalks on the beach

....but we do have the ladies often running on the trails at the lakes and they are due to that fact often in the best of shape!
I don't care what the scientist say about fast walking, I think running is one of the best all around workouts there are.
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