12 Top Tips to be a Better Trail Runner

The popularity of running away from the hustle and bustle of towns or cities is booming but if you fancy a change of workout scenery, make sure you're prepared.  

Hitting the trails to run strengthens and tones the hard-to-work muscles that aren't always tested on smoother ground.

In this article I wrote for Women's Running Magazine, I make suggestions on how beginners can build a trail runner's body to cope with the demands.

Top tips covered:

• Hill training
• Strength training
• Activate your core
• Drills
• Improve your posture
• Flexibility
• Agility
• Circuit training
• Skipping
• Speed play
• Stability
• The importance of regular training

 

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10 Commandments for New Runners

In the February edition of Men's Running Magazine we outline 10 things that are essential for both new and experienced runners.

Keep these guidelines in mind throughout your running career and you'll always be on track for success.

You can read the full article by clicking the pages below to explore:

1. It's a marathon not a sprint
2. Learn to listen to your body
3. Develop a support team
4. Variety is the spice of running
5. It's not just about the running
6. Challenge yourself
7. Train with a partner or join a club
8. Regularity if everything
9. Running makes the world a brighter place
10. The right kit is essential

There's also a 4-week plan to help you get set up for your first 5K.

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