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Technical trail running is characterised by the terrain being quite difficult to traverse. This may include obstacles such as rocks, loose surfaces, roots, mud, water, steep climbs and steep descents. Some technical sections may also require the use of the upper body in order to negotiate. Technical trail running is usually significantly slower than running on …
It's not long ago that I was new to trail running. Here are some tips that I think would have helped me to keep things in perspective. There's no shortage of beginner tips out there already, so this is my unique perspective on it. Keep it simple You don't need any special gear to get …
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Running at night is sometimes necessitated by life filling up the daylight hours. It can also be a lot of fun, either with others or by yourself (if the silence and darkness don't freak you out). Here are some of the benefits and challenges of running at night. Benefits Here are some of the benefits …
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One of the most exhilarating parts of trail running is the rush of the downhill sections, especially the technical single-track. Being able to tackle them with confidence is a trick that takes a bit of practice and a little testing of your boundaries. Use these simple tips and you'll be smashing the downhills in no-time.
