List of the most popular hashtags for theme #GAPTRAIL

When you bike 2 miles past this and then realize your mistake after a long pause and a U-turn. You scramble up a little trail just to let your entire body just calm down and cool off. Nothing else matters when you find spots like this. Meanwhile i just acquired my first ever poison ivy rash on this trip. Surprisingly taken with an iPhone 7

30 miles on the #gaptrail today, maybe not the best decision, considering how sick I've been. . When you grow up surrounded by the 'walk it off' and 'rub some dirt on it' generation, it becomes ingrained in you.‍♀️ It's a part of me that'll probably never change... . I think that's why I have a hard time admitting defeat, even if it's from injury or illness, I always try to 'soldier on.' (And usually end up worse for it.) . I'm managing though, taking it easy, and feeling much better today than I have since last week! And this weather! What a wonderful respite from the heat! . Get #outdoors if you can! Go #playoutside ! Enjoy it! Who knows how long it will last!☘ . . . #biking #bikes #optoutside #nature #greatoutdoors #ridelikeagirl #rideallthebikes #endorphinjunkie #enduranceride #fitfam #fuckyeahbikes #crosstraining #endurance #training #greatalleghenypassage #training #whstrong #goaldigger #naturetherapy

A wonderful evening at #theruinsproject an abandoned coal mine now a huge cement canvas for unique mosaic art. The unveiling of #thelittlegiant a 66' long #mosaic #train by Stevo & #theminer by @margycottingham Photos by @neeters. Thanks to #sagermosaics as the amazing host. The Ruins Project, a true hidden treasure in #westernpennsylvania, worth the trip, it sits next to the #greatalleghenypassage bike trail. #glass #trees #tile #smalti #andamento #412project #mural #muralart #coal #mine #art #steamengine #gaptrail #bike

These hours spent on trails, whether #biking or #running, have become my lifeline. I've come to need that feeling of freedom as much as I need water. . The freedom from the confines of societal expectations. No social grace necessary (to be honest I'm terribly lacking as it is). No need to be a 'lady'. . It's my belief that we are all animals, though I've come to find it's unacceptable to act like one... . Except in my solitude. On trails. It is there that I can get sweaty and dirty. I can spit and hoot and holler if I want to. The other animals and trees don't seem to mind. . 30 miles on the Canal today, my glutes and hamstrings were not having any hills, and it's much flatter in that direction.‍♀️ . Would've taken the day as a rest day but the feral animal in me wanted out. What could I do but comply?! . Happy humpday insta-peeps! . . . #gaptrail #bikes #optoutside #nature #greatoutdoors #playoutside #naturetherapy #fuckyeahbikes #crosstraining #endurance #training #greatalleghenypassage #ridelikeagirl #rideallthebikes #endorphinjunkie #enduranceride #fitfam #iamananimal

The Ohiopyle Low Bridge crosses the Youghiogheny River on the Great Allegheny Passage Trail! This trail goes from Pittsburgh to Cumberland Maryland I rode my bike to Frostburg, Maryland on this trail last year...but many come from all around the world to go the distance. You can actually take this to DC...335 miles from Pittsburgh #gaptrail #greatalleghenypassage #ohiopylelowbridge #ohiopylestatepark #laurelhighlands #pennsylvania #nature #getoutandexplore #nikond7500 #nikonphotography #nikon #hiking #bicycling #bridge #youghioghenyriver

"Nature heals. Being in nature, or even viewing scenes of nature, reduces anger, fear, and stress and increases pleasant feelings. ... Research done in hospitals, offices, and schools has found that even a simple plant in a room can have a significant impact on stress and anxiety." . All the more reason to #playoutside ! 23 miles into my 46 mile ride ‍♀️, made it to the Divide today on the #gaptrail from Cumberland. Determined to beat Barry!⛈ . Figured I'd share a picture of #nature to help reduce stress, ease anxiety, etc. (My being in it is an added bonus ). You're welcome. . Have a terrific Tuesday friends. . . . #biking #bikes #optoutside #gains #endorphinjunkie #enduranceride #fitfam #fuckyeahbikes #crosstraining #endurance #training #greatalleghenypassage #ridelikeagirl #rideallthebikes #rideallthebikesdrinkallthebeers #outdoors #naturetherapy #goaldigger

Im soaked through, covered in gnats? Dirt? I don't know... . I'd planned another 46 mile ride today, but I got rained on pretty hard for a rather large portion of that, so it turned into 30 miles. ‍♀️ . Why 46 miles all the time you may wonder? Why not 50? Well, my favorite part of the #gaptrail to ride is Cumberland to the Eastern Continental Divide and back. 23 miles up. 23 miles down. Swipe to see what I'm talking about.⬅️ . It is the steepest part of the whole trail. It's a bit of a challenge going up for 23 miles, but back down is fast and fun...I thoroughly enjoy the challenging part as well though. . But today mother #nature had other plans, and I didn't check the weather, so I was not prepared. I only made it from Cumberland to Frostburg and back. But it's all good. It was an enjoyable day of #biking regardless. . Im determined to keep my legs in top shape for when my toe heals. Feeling better each day! Still no #running though.‍♀️ . Now, time to get out of these wet clothes and dress like a girl for dinner. Happy Thursday all! . . . #bikes #optoutside #gains #endorphinjunkie #enduranceride #fitfam #fuckyeahbikes #crosstraining #endurance #training #greatalleghenypassage #ridelikeagirl #rideallthebikes #rideallthebikesdrinkallthebeers #biking #greatoutdoors #playoutside #naturetherapy #goaldigger

@feeltrip.us day 6 is all done! It was us against Mother Nature, and while I mentioned how I couldn’t wait for a shower, these were not the showers I was looking for! I had a stand off with a Geese who was protecting it’s little geese, I tried telling it I was a vegetarian, but they weren’t having it, so, I waiting it out. Then later on the trail we passed a snake and that was fun figuring out how to navigate around them! I love how cycling forces you to be in the here and now, and focus on what’s right in front of you!!! #feeltrip #feeltripride #bikeride #bikelife #fun #goodtimes #adventuretime #adventure #pennsylvania #gaptrail #namicommunicate #nami #endstigma #mentalhealthmonth #mentalhealthawareness #bikeacrossamerica #happy #love

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