Healthy Runner Podcast 225. Trail Running Tips for the Road Runner with Coach Cat
Are you a road runner who is considering venturing into the trails? Are you thinking of transitioning into trail running primarily?
If you're looking to start trail running but don’t know where to begin, you've come to the right place! Trail Running is a fantastic way to get those mental clearing miles surrounded by the beauty of nature!
If you're looking to kickstart your trial running journey, coach Cat from our Spark Healthy Runner team has done the transition herself and some lessons she has learned that will help you as you start to run on the trails!
We chat about all of this and more in this episode!
What is trail running
What are technical trails
Common terms road runners should know about trail running
Strength training tips for trail running
What gear do you need for trail running
Trail running safety tips
Major differences between road running and trail running
Running efforts and workouts for trail running
Nutrition and fueling differences for trail running
Trail running headphone etiquette
Timed or looped races
Trail racing tips
Misconception of trail and road running
There are six steps to growing in your trail running journey so you can enjoy it and stay healthy!
Learn them here
Get coach Cat’s previous trainings
Listen to our previous episode on trail running terminology
Listen to our previous episode comparing road running to trail running
Want structured guidance on how to start running with full accountability and support from our team? Learn more about our program here
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