Runner becomes fastest woman to complete the three peaks challenge on foot
Summary
Trish Patterson became the fastest woman to complete the Three Peaks Challenge on foot, finishing in five days and 21 hours. She ran between the three highest peaks in the UK—Ben Nevis, Scafell Pike, and Yr Wyddfa—covering 425 miles and raising money for a mental health charity.Key Facts
- Trish Patterson is from Hythe, Hampshire, and is 41 years old.
- She completed the challenge in five days and 21 hours, beating the previous record of six days and over five hours.
- The challenge involved climbing Scotland’s Ben Nevis, England’s Scafell Pike, and Wales’ Yr Wyddfa.
- Patterson ran between the peaks, covering a total distance of 425 miles with over 10,000 meters of elevation gain.
- She raised money for the charity Mind Over Mountains in memory of a close friend.
- She survived on just 90 minutes of sleep each night during the challenge.
- Patterson was supported by friends and family along the way.
- She plans to take time off after the challenge and return to lighter running activities.
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