#pikespeakascent

[ryanarmbrust]

Here’s another video of our Pikes Peak Ride! #bmwgs #bmwgsa #bmwmotorcycle #pikespeakascent #pikespeak #klim #bmwmotorad (at Pikes Peak, CO. Elev. 14,115) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2u9tIjAtVT/?igshid=7l8hv505eqs9

[ryanarmbrust]

Riding up Pikes Peak! #bmwgs #bmwgsa #bmwmotorcycle #pikespeakascent #pikespeak #klim #bmwmotorad (at Pikes Peak, CO. Elev. 14,115) https://www.instagram.com/p/B2u52logq7V/?igshid=gtennjwp60ea

[primaryinfection]

“Don’t be afraid to face challenges that you’ve never confronted, prepare well, but look to the lessons, opportunities & test of yourself after you’ve attempted to surmount that challenge.” — After climbing the proverbial mountain, many lessons were learned & a testament to resilience & character were also gained. Things happen in yourself when you push the limits, you’re not the same after; there is something more gained at the end than just a medal. Thanks for the opportunity #pikespeakascent ———————————— #pikespeak #colorado #trailrunning #brooksrunning #mountains #mountainview #nikerunclub #manitousprings #challengeyourself #highelevation #elevateyourself #instarunners #instatravel #runcation #getoutside #climbamountain #nooneleftbehind #inspiredbynature #landscapephotography #landscape #mountaintop #motivationalquotes #motivateyourself #doordonotthereisnotry #liftyourheadhigh look out into the #horizon #youcandoit (at Pikes Peak Marathon & Ascent) https://www.instagram.com/p/B1uDlIQHTs8/?igshid=1a9bx3f2t5g2g

[ivegottheruns]

Getting those hills done. Still 8 months out but it’s never too late to get those elevation gainzzzz in.

This workout it pretty easy in comparison to what I’ll be doing later on... the elevation maxes out at only 6,500 feet. That’s basically sea level compared to 14,000 feet.

[ivegottheruns]

Hi. Hello.

I’m back and ready to run some hills.

So I’ve been kind of absent from here for the past year or so and mostly that’s been due to laziness on my part and also due to my lack of focus in relation to my running goals. I ran a half marathon back in January of 2018, with my fastest time yet of 1:52:00! I was pretty jazzed about that performance and have been kind of sort of maintaining and just getting stronger in the weight room. Nothing too exciting just floating along, getting buff and running when the mood strikes. 

Very recently I have decided to do something crazy, some might consider me crazy for wanting to attempt this race. I used to be one of those people admittedly... BUT I have decided to officially start my training for the one and only PIKES PEAK ASCENT. It’s a race that takes place in Manitou Springs, Colorado at the base of Pikes peak. The total elevation gain is a little over 7,800 feet and ends at 14,115 feet up in the sky. The average grade is 11%. Which is steep AF.... but this is not exactly news to me as I’ve done my fair share of 14ers in Colorado. However I’ve never run all the way to the top of one, so this is a different beast. I’ve always been a lover of the uphill and (usually) welcome hills with open arms. I’m not a fast runner but I’m a tough runner. This mountain has been starting me down for four plus years, so naturally I have to go run to the top. 

It’s not until August of 2019 and I can’t even sign up until March of next year but technically I’ve begun training with a trail half coming up in less than a month. I figured I’d start sharing my training updates with anyone even vaguely interested in some average joe runner wanting to run up a big steep-ass mountain for the fun of it.

[orlivepro]

This always seems like a good idea in the spring! #pikespeakascent #fitfam #dadlife #freebeer #2018 #halfmarathon (at Manitou Springs, Colorado)

[orlivepro]

Who’s ready for race weekend?!? #raceweekend #fitnessmotivation #fitfam #pikespeakascent #2018 (at Castle Rock, Colorado)

[lilo-collections-blog]

✨New✨LILO running bracelets and matching earrings heading out to our new customer @coloradorunningcompany for this weekend’s @pikespeakmarathon ascent🏃‍♀️⛰🏃‍♂️⛰ Treat yourself or a friend! Get your bracelet before they’re gone! #pikespeakascent #pikespeak2018 #pikespeakmarathonandascent #trailrunner #trailrunning #trailrunnergirl #trailrunningmagazine #running #runninggirl #marathonjewelry #halfmarathonjewelry #coloradooutdoors #coloradorunning #mountainrunning #runningearrings #runnersofinstagram #coloradosprings #weareoutdoor #outdoorretailer #outdoorretailer2018 #outdoorblogger #pikespeakhillclimb #pikespeak #lilobracelets (at Colorado Running Compa)