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Tor des Geants - elite vs 'normal' runner training - Damian Hall & Basil Heaney's training secrets

Trail & ultra running from Wild Ginger Running

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The Use of Poles in Steep Mountain Races and Testing Terrain with Lekki Poles

This chapter explores the advantages of incorporating poles in trail running races, noting their usefulness in long steep climbs and referencing studies that support their effectiveness. The speaker also highlights their sponsorship by Lekki, a pole brand used in challenging races like Tor des Geants and the Spine for testing terrain and enhancing stability.

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