Peak Bagger Simulation

Workout - Peak Bagger Simulation

• 10min @ 8'30''/km
• 75min @ 7'45''/km
• 10min rest

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Here’s a breakdown of Yorkshire Three Peaks Solo. Pen-y-ghent. Ribblehead Viaduct. Running the 3 Peaks – Part 1 of 2 by Nicola Runs. The video has plenty to motivate you to attempt the route yourself. Below are the essentials.

Key points:

• Expect around 24 miles (around 25 mi with filming) on this loop, with more than 5,000 ft (around 1,500 m) of climbing.
• Navigation matters. The trail is signposted but bring a map or GPS, conditions can shift.
• Hydration and fuel are critical. Nicola ran dry partway through and grabbed water from a stream.
• Break the route into sections (like the 10 km Pen-y-ghent loop) to pace yourself and take in the landscape.
• Watch for litter and pack out what you find. The paths can accumulate more than you’d expect.

Workout example:

1. Start from Horton-in-Ribblesdale, tackle the around 10 km Pen-y-ghent loop (around 6 mi, with the peak less than 2 mi in).
2. Head to Ribblehead Viaduct, another around 7 km of trail and road with gradual climbs.
3. Full route around 24 mi (around 38 km), best at a “conversational” pace (around 12-13 min/mi or 7:30-8 min/km), walking the steep sections.
4. During the run:
   • Pause at streams to refill water.
   • Eat simple foods (cheese sandwich, chocolate bar, trail mix).
   • Trail markers are enough; no compass needed.

Closing note: Lace up, plan the route, and head out on the Yorkshire Three Peaks. Adjust distances and intensity in the Pacing app to your fitness. Check out Nicola’s full video for more.

References

• Yorkshire Three Peaks Solo. Pen-y-ghent. Ribblehead Viaduct. Running the 3 Peaks - Part 1 of 2 - YouTube (YouTube Video)