052 Trail Running 101

Trails, Running, Fitness, Injuries, Strength   Summary   When you think of running, do you envision pavement, sidewalks, or other flat surfaces? If so, you’ll enjoy this episode featuring the benefits of trail running. Amanda and Vanessa share five reasons to get on the trails, which include: fewer injuries, improving your technique, mental breaks, breathing easier, and getting faster. You’ll be inspired to take some time away from the road and hit the trails.   You’ll discover:   Why Vanessa started running on trails. The benefits of trail running. The importance of using good judgment to avoid injuries on trails. How trail running improves your running technique. Exercises to help you warm up before a trail run. The mental benefits of trail running. Why it’s easier to breathe on the trails. How running on hills makes you stronger. The importance of good form, and good shoes, when running trails.   Click to Tweet   On this episode, discover how #trail running helps improve your #technique. Running uphill is the most efficient form of #strength training for #runners. Don’t fear the #hill--embrace it. #running #training Interview Links & Other Resources   Project Athena Foundation