Hillary Allen is an accomplished trail runner, gravel cyclist, author, and motivational speaker known for her indomitable spirit and resilience. Overcoming a life-altering fall during a race that resulted in severe injuries, Hillary has defied the odds to not only recover but also continue pushing the boundaries of her athletic pursuits. Early in her career, she earned the nickname “Hillygoat” for her love of the uphill and her ability to run fast on steep, technical mountain terrain – a style of running known as Skyrunning. She won the US SkyRunner Series in 2014 in her debut ultra-trail running season and since then, Hillary has raced all over the world, racking up wins and course records, establishing herself as one of the best mountain ultra runners in the world. Born with an innate passion for the outdoors, Hillary's journey into trail running has been characterized by determination and a love for the mountains. Her story is one of triumph over adversity, showcasing her unwavering commitment to pursuing her dreams despite facing significant challenges. Hillary maintains the belief that ‘your best athletic days are ahead of you,' if you’re willing to problem solve, and never give up on yourself. Hillary has a masters degree in neuroscience and physiology and structural biology.
Hillary Allen is an accomplished trail runner, gravel cyclist, author, and motivational speaker known for her indomitable spirit and resilience. Overcoming a life-altering fall during a race that resulted in severe injuries, Hillary has defied the odds to not only recover but also continue pushing the boundaries of her athletic pursuits. Early in her career, she earned the nickname “Hillygoat” for her love of the uphill and her ability to run fast on steep, technical mountain terrain – a style of running known as Skyrunning. She won the US SkyRunner Series in 2014 in her debut ultra-trail running season and since then, Hillary has raced all over the world, racking up wins and course records, establishing herself as one of the best mountain ultra runners in the world. Born with an innate passion for the outdoors, Hillary's journey into trail running has been characterized by determination and a love for the mountains. Her story is one of triumph over adversity, showcasing her unwavering commitment to pursuing her dreams despite facing significant challenges. Hillary maintains the belief that ‘your best athletic days are ahead of you,' if you’re willing to problem solve, and never give up on yourself. Hillary has a masters degree in neuroscience and physiology and structural biology.
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