Trail Running

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  • 5 Things You Need to Know About Trail Running

    ...you can expect to encounter during your runs. Of course, many runners relish the challenge of dashing up dirt-choked switchbacks, but be warned: any trail, no matter how docile or subdued it may...

  • 5 Things You Need to Know About the Trail Running Series

    ...n biking and hiking, you might like the trail running series. Of course, if you like running at all, you might also enjoy the trail running series. For those unfamiliar with trail running, think...

  • 5 Things You Need to Know About Trail Running Safety

    The terrain challenges of trail running require a gradual introduction to the sport. Runners should start out on trails that are as level as possible before progressing to rocky trails or uneven p...

  • 5 Things You Need to Know About Trail Running Equipment

    ...r, getting the right equipment for your trail run keeps you safe and protects you from injury. You might be tempted to hit the trails in your regular running duds, but be forewarned--heading off...

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Bicycling: BMX or mountain

...ountain biking that are more similar to trail running than regular bicycling. Because riders are often far from ci...

Conversations On Trail Running

  • Trail Running is fun!

    Any trail/ultra runners out there?

    • Posted On September 3, 2009 05:41:07 PM

      trail running is fun.  I've done a couple of ultra's, and I'm getting ready to start a trail run series in a few weeks. Read More

    • Posted On September 4, 2009 05:39:00 AM

      ...ed the group, so I'm looking forward to running with all you guys! Read More

  • trail running in jersey?

    Does anyone know of any trail running in new jersey? I'd like to do something different besides road running....

  • Trail Running

    I tried trail running for the first time yesterday. Normally I can run for about 25 min and be ok. But yesterday I could only do about half, my calfs were burning and I couldn't keep it up. Can any...

    • Posted On October 3, 2007 07:18:46 AM

      ...ith some authority in saying that trail running is dramatically different from road running. Because of all the rocks, gravel, ruts, ditches, etc. your lower body has to make tiny adjustments w... Read More

    • Posted On October 3, 2007 11:34:04 AM

      ... didn't realized that your ultra was on trails! That makes it even more impressive. My next run is a trail run at a 10K distance and I usually don't race those for speed at all. I jsut try an... Read More

  • Running at the Trail

    ... for 5K and set out running at the trail.  Having issues with my left shin feeling painful when running.  At the halfway point I turned around and ran back to the start.  Com...

    • Posted On August 21, 2009 06:14:06 AM

      ... happens to me too when I'm not used to running on pavement (instead of a cushy treadmill :)  There is a yoga move for that if you have a yoga mat, and even if you don't, just roll up a thr... Read More

    • Posted On August 21, 2009 10:17:07 AM

      ...bsp; Good work!  I really envy you runners.  I just need to put my head down and GO but I seem to fall (or jump) off the wagon just when I'm about to break out of jogging.  Good l... Read More

  • Two topics: Trail running and Chi running

    ... my running routine and want to explore trail running and/or chi running.  Anyone out there who has experience in either of these -- and if so, do you recommend any reference that provides ...

    • Posted On May 8, 2009 10:59:37 AM

      ... when i'm achieving my goals ;) as for trail running, i'd love to do some, and probably will in the near future. just put your shoes on, pick a trail, and go! your pace will be slower than runn... Read More

    • Posted On May 8, 2009 10:59:37 AM

      ... when i'm achieving my goals ;) as for trail running, i'd love to do some, and probably will in the near future. just put your shoes on, pick a trail, and go! your pace will be slower than runn... Read More

  • trail running :-)

    Hey all, how many of you are trail runners? I decided to enter this race as a substitute for my long run next Saturday: http://www.psychowyco.com/id50.html It does not sound like much, but ha...

    • Posted On August 1, 2008 06:40:45 AM

      ...d have said the LR was 12-14 miles. NOT running 8 minute miles yet :-( Read More

    • Posted On August 1, 2008 06:40:45 AM

      ...d have said the LR was 12-14 miles. NOT running 8 minute miles yet :-( Read More

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Trail Running Blogs

Video - How to Trail Run

Tips for trail running training exercises. Learn how to run trails in this workout video by ultra marathoner Tim Borland. This post talks about trail running 101 Related posts Video - Get Inspired: Try Trail Running Trail Running Tips Trail Running 101...

U.S. Forest Service National Trails Map

I agree with  Alicia MacLeay at trailspace.com : I love maps too. All Kind of maps: climate maps, political maps, road maps, Tolkien maps, topo maps and, of course, trail maps. And the U.S. Forest Service website has a great one: a map of...

August 22nd, National Trail Running Day

The day to celebrate trail running is close!The first  National Trail Running Day is coming up this Saturday. If we have a National Running Day, why not a day to run on trails? That’s what Chris Barber of  SeriousRunning.com thought...

Happy Trails

Credit: Joe M500 Sick of running the same old high school oval track? Had it up to here with jogging around your block every night? Trail running might be a good option for you! There are, of course, different types of trails to run, from groomed trails...

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boggsXl: @syedc Not good. I plan on running that trail on Sunday..

TrailrunningLiz: http://bit.ly/3KxhpM Trail running - how often should you run? Know any inspirational streak runners? (no, not naked runners!)

VelliMisu: *trails fingers down @JasonStckhouse back, running them along his butt sighing s he kisses her neck. fingers trail behind to @aislynthefae >

LAM4M: Running on the Industry trail - m4m (City of Industry/La Puente) 25yr: hey bro, I saw you running at th.. http://bit.ly/6zNURf #misdme

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