Well, we’ve reached the time that there are no more tomorrows. No more oh it’s next week. No more one more run. This is it. Tomorrow I will be tackling the trails to head up to 14,110 feet before descending back down to a measly 6,300 feet . I kid. Although coming back down gaining oxygen will be a welcome addition:) Tomorrow I tackle America’s Ultimate Challenge: Pikes Peak Marathon.
Today I was able to take the cog train up to the top of Pikes Peak and experience true altitude. I didn’t feel sick more of a “slow” feeling. It was definitely helpful to know what type of feeling I may feel at the summit. I definitely noticed coming back down the cog train I was gaining oxygen. So, I suppose that will be nice? 🙂
Overall, I’m excited. I’m ready to conquer. The work is done. This is my celebration. I feel honored to be able to tackle this race tomorrow. Thanks to everyone for your support – you’ll be in my head as I go through the highs, lows and everything in between. This is what it’s all about – experiencing and living life to its fullest. This is a part of it for me.
So with that I’ll see you at the finish line.

pikes ascent finish

and i thought the nj stairs were intense,...these are the colorado version (not part of race). 41 degree incline at one point!

Here she is all 14,110 feet of her! Pikes Peak - what helped inspire the song America the Beautiful!