{"id":11800,"date":"2021-05-01T08:50:52","date_gmt":"2021-05-01T12:50:52","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/sportinglifeblog.ca\/?p=11800"},"modified":"2024-02-23T09:32:39","modified_gmt":"2024-02-23T14:32:39","slug":"trail-running-101","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.sportinglife.ca\/blog\/trail-running-101\/","title":{"rendered":"Trail Running 101"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Want to take running to the next level? Give trail running a try! Trail running is a great workout, and you\u2019ll have plenty of options whether you\u2019re sticking to urban trails or heading out to the mountains for the day. Here\u2019s what you need to know before you head out to the trailhead.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>What is trail running?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Think of trail running as a combination of running and hiking. It\u2019s any run that takes place in nature and is on an unpaved path. Trail running hosts many benefits, including:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>It\u2019s a full-body workout. <\/strong>The uneven ground and varied terrain will work your legs while strengthening your ankles. You\u2019ll also improve your flexibility and agility as you spend more time on the trail.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It\u2019s also a brain workout. <\/strong>Because you\u2019ll be running on uneven ground and ascending and descending on the trail, your brain will need to be uber-focused so your body can react to what it\u2019s seeing and move accordingly.<\/li><li><strong>You\u2019ll get better scenery.<\/strong> Do you typically get bored when you\u2019re running in the city? One of the great perks of trail running is that you\u2019ll get to see a variety of nature, keeping your brain much more entertained.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It\u2019s low impact.<\/strong> Compared to running on pavement, trail running is easier on your body because you\u2019re often running on softer surfaces like earth, mud and grass.&nbsp;<\/li><li><strong>It can boost your mental health. <\/strong>Like many physical activities, getting outside and being active is a great way to clear your mind and help manage common challenges like depression or anxiety.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image is-resized\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/lh4.googleusercontent.com\/jYt6piFnmHz9UxCRKi7-V55anTjHiM-2WvT6de-kPLhLlE752ZA_INkSTWBqIQUmUPJVo-BazO5w2Qa2KXGlWvMXlmvlUQCTNIKuZ0SrgXXBmyspu8qjVZ3fk0vrY2hTXXyWF0V_\" alt=\"\" width=\"797\" height=\"1195\"\/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>How to find the best trails in your community<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">You don\u2019t need to be in the mountains to go trail running. Depending on where you live, there may be inner-city trails in public parks or other areas of the community.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">The easiest way to find trails near you is to use the AllTrails app. The app enables you to browse 100,000+ trails, read and leave trail reviews, create lists of your favourite trails and keep track of your activities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Tip: You can download the app now! <a href=\"https:\/\/www.alltrails.com\/mobile\">Click here<\/a> to get a download link texted directly to your phone.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"682\" src=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/patrick-janser-z4gd5hMys3c-unsplash-1024x682.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-11810\" srcset=\"\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/patrick-janser-z4gd5hMys3c-unsplash-1024x682.jpg 1024w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/patrick-janser-z4gd5hMys3c-unsplash-300x200.jpg 300w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/patrick-janser-z4gd5hMys3c-unsplash-768x512.jpg 768w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/patrick-janser-z4gd5hMys3c-unsplash-1536x1024.jpg 1536w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/patrick-janser-z4gd5hMys3c-unsplash-370x247.jpg 370w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/patrick-janser-z4gd5hMys3c-unsplash-270x180.jpg 270w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/patrick-janser-z4gd5hMys3c-unsplash-570x380.jpg 570w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/patrick-janser-z4gd5hMys3c-unsplash-770x513.jpg 770w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/patrick-janser-z4gd5hMys3c-unsplash-1170x780.jpg 1170w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/patrick-janser-z4gd5hMys3c-unsplash-870x580.jpg 870w, \/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2021\/05\/patrick-janser-z4gd5hMys3c-unsplash.jpg 2000w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><strong>3 trail running tips to remember<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Start easy and bring a friend. <\/strong>You might be eager to take on an advanced trail, but it\u2019s important to start off easy so you can get your bearings. Also, it\u2019s a good idea to make sure you\u2019ve got someone else with you the first few times \u2014 not only is it great to have some company, but you\u2019ll want someone there in case you get injured or lost.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"2\"><li><strong>Get the right apparel. <\/strong>If you&#8217;re already a runner you likely already have the basics like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportinglife.ca\/en-CA\/men\/clothing\/coats-jackets\/running-jackets\/mens-incendo-sl-jacket-25138868.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">a jacket<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportinglife.ca\/en-CA\/women\/clothing\/tops\/athletic-tops\/womens-kapta-top-25430075.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">running top<\/a>, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportinglife.ca\/en-CA\/men\/clothing\/pants\/joggers-sweat-pants\/mens-door-to-trail-jogger-pant-25472382.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">joggers<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportinglife.ca\/en-CA\/women\/clothing\/tights-leggings\/womens-movmynt-tight-25468745.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">tights<\/a>. You&#8217;ll also want some trail running shoes, like the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportinglife.ca\/en-CA\/shoes\/men\/running-shoes\/mens-supercross-blast-gtx-trail-running-shoe-25462755.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Men&#8217;s Supercross Blast GTX Trail Running Shoe<\/a> by Salomon or the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportinglife.ca\/en-CA\/shoes\/women\/running-shoes\/womens-vectiv-enduris-trail-running-shoe-25494576.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Women\u2019s VECTIV Enduris Trail Running Shoe<\/a> by The North Face.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\" start=\"3\"><li><strong>Keep the accessories light. <\/strong>You don&#8217;t want to be weighed down while you&#8217;re running so stick to basic accessories like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportinglife.ca\/en-CA\/women\/accessories\/eyewear\/flak-2.0-xl-prizm%23x2122--sunglasses-25337072_000_000.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">sunglasses<\/a>, a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportinglife.ca\/en-CA\/equipment\/more-gear\/all-bags\/hip-packs-belt-bags\/run-belt-bag-25493529.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">belt bag<\/a> and a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.sportinglife.ca\/en-CA\/equipment\/more-gear\/fitness-monitors\/versa-3%23x2122--smartwatch-25471319_000_000.html\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">smartwatch<\/a>.&nbsp;<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">What essential gear do you wear on the trail? Show us on social media by tagging @sportinglife on Instagram. We can\u2019t wait to see your adventures!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Want to take running to the next level? Give trail running a try! Trail running is a great workout, and you\u2019ll have plenty of&#8230;<\/p>\n","protected":false},"author":72,"featured_media":11808,"comment_status":"closed","ping_status":"closed","sticky":true,"template":"","format":"standard","meta":{"ngg_post_thumbnail":0,"footnotes":""},"categories":[871],"tags":[],"class_list":["post-11800","post","type-post","status-publish","format-standard","has-post-thumbnail","hentry","category-lifestyle","post-item","post-even"],"yoast_head":"<!-- This site is optimized with the Yoast SEO plugin v27.8 - https:\/\/yoast.com\/product\/yoast-seo-wordpress\/ -->\n<title>Trail Running 101 - Sporting Life Blog<\/title>\n<meta name=\"description\" content=\"Want to take running to the next level? Give trail running a try! 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