are generally flat or gently rolling, and are made of dirt, gravel or wood chips. Double-track trails, created for vehicles, are found in forests and multi-use areas, often have a gravel surface and may feature steep climbs. Single-track trails are narrow dirt
of an individual matter, varying from runner to runner just like favourite shoes, the following guide will clear up the merits of the various alternatives so that you can make the very best of whats available to you. (Ratings are out of 10.)1. GrassAt its best
) in length.Medium (M) Between six and 12 miles (19.3K) in length.Long (L) More than 12 miles in length.Thus, a race listed as "AM" will be steep but of medium length. Most fixtures will also include a reference to their total distance and elevation –3m/400
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rather than a rocky fell. And always look 10-15 metres ahead – not down at your feet.Workout ideasRecovery runTrails slow you down, so they are the perfect place to do your recovery running. Aim for 20-45 minutes on an easy trail at a pace that is two
have gone smoothly, the move up to 50K should be completely possible. The two big differences from a marathon will be: (1) youll be running for an extra hour or two; and (2) your race pace is likely to be significantly slower.If youve trained
for those with limited time to spare. Plus, with links to five longer related articles, there’s always plenty more to print out and read later…Trail RunningFor stunning scenery, near-perfect running surfaces and liberation from the urban rat race, take
-country 3%Triathlon 2%Trail races 2%Fell 1%Adventure 1%Ultra 1%I take part in races... Never 21%1-11 times a year 68%12-24 times a year 9%25-52 times a year 2%More than once a week 0%I also do these sports... Gym 16%Swimming 18%Walking (hill walking
with 10-15 minutes of easy running before picking up the pace. Combine that with stretching for optimum results.5. Dont start too fastBeginners usually err on the speedy side of speedwork. Hold it steady, and dont run so fast that your breathing
Q I have an identity crisis. As a keen runner for the last 20 years, I have recently retired, but now I just cannot find the motivation to train properly. I climb into my car rather than my running gear. When I do go out for a run, any uphill
