trail running

Are you ready for the trail running challenge?

running around the mountain is a fascinating experience. be able to breathe pure air, connect with your mind and body, discover new routes every day and feel nature closer than ever. and the best thing is that it is not necessary to be an expert to enjoy and live this sport.

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What is the trail running?

the trail running consists of running in full nature on the mountain. can be practiced both during the day and at night in the night trail running mode and is not exclusive to the high mountain, but can be practiced perfectly by trails, secondary roads and mountains.

one of the key features of the trail running is the uneven and unpredictable terrain you face in every exit or race: mud, grass, type of steep terrain and even streams and streams. another particularity is at the bottom of the route, with steep climbs and abrupt descents.

in the trail running you don't always have to run fast, being able to combine the march with the run and the race. you can adapt the step depending on the difficulty of the journey, the inclination of the terrain, your physical capacity and/or your energy on that day. This is the best thing to run by nature, which always surprises you with different variants and every day becomes a new challenge.

It is a very complete sport, for men and women, to practice alone or in company, with which to connect with nature and with oneself. Once you start, you won't want to leave.

running vs. trail running

running around the mountain is a very different experience than doing it by asphalt and the main difference we find it on the ground. the asphalt is smooth, without just changes in the inclination or incidences. On the contrary, in the trail running the terrain is unexpected and much more arduous.

Therefore, if you come from the world of running, it is important that you do not compare your running marks at the time of running on the mountain, as the conditions are totally different and the results will also be different.

how to start on the trail running

If you are passionate about nature and you get to feel alive and be active, this sport will love you. running around the mountain requires more physical and probably mental effort, but the most important thing is to have motivation and much desire. to this we must add a good capacity of concentration, quite prudence and a proper sports equipment.

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checklist for trail running

Beyond our physical state and our passion for nature, when practicing trail running it is essential to have a good sporting equipment that facilitates the practice of this sport and, above all, ensures safety during exercise.

fromGrifonewe have prepared a basic check-list that any trail running lover should have available in his closet, starting with proper trail running clothing.

clothes trail running

trail running trousers, trail running t-shirts, trail running skirt, thermal t-shirts... there are more and more models and types of trail running sportswear. Now, what should he have, yes or yes, the trail running clothes?

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has to adapt to the climatological characteristics of each season and protect from extreme conditions: rainproof jacket, thermal t-shirts in winter, special trail running meshes and long t-shirts for cold times.

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the fabric must be of very good quality and resistant to scratches, falls, slips and scrapes.

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must be light, flexible and breathable.

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the clothes must adapt very well to your body and you feel comfortable.

other basic trail running accessories

In addition to the clothes, it is important to have good complements that ensure that your mountain pass is completely safe: good trail running sticks to get better on the ground, a trail running chaleco moisturizing to stay well hydrated throughout the exit or a pair of trail running sunglasses that protect you from the sun's rays and facilitate climbing to the top.

There are also other accessories such as a trail running belt, a light trail running backpack or a trail running rail to be able to transport your mobile, dni, keys and other personal items during the race.

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