Trail Running was the UK's first magazine devoted to the exciting, adventurous world of off-road running. Escape boring treadmills, knee-jolting tarmac and traffic fumes and join us in the fresh air as we help you discover Britain’s most awesome trails. In each issue you’ll find... - Mapped off-road routes - Inspirational places to run throughout the UK - More gear tests than any other running magazine - Expert training advice and fitness plans We also feature and interview record-breaking mountain runners, along with the best trail, obstacle and adventure races.
START AS YOU MEAN TO GO ON
THIS ISSUE’S CONTRIBUTORS
RUNNING INSPIRATION • BE HERE, RUN THIS, FEEL FANTASTIC
A matter of time • When you train can make a big difference, according to recent scientific studies
Under the microscope: Blood-flow-restricted training
TEAT DEFEAT? • Which is best for you: moo milk or a non-dairy alternative?
Feeling rusty?
Superfood Spotlight: SPINACH
Music to your ears
PEP TALK
CLEAN AIR IN THE BIG SMOKE
Why do we feel better in the summer? • Experts at Smart TMS explain the science behind why sunnier weather can improve our mood
Es does it • Tresidder scrapes new Charlie Ramsay Round record
60 SECONDS WITH... ANNA TROUP
INSTAGRAM QUOTE
ADKIN ACES IT • Gold medal for Jacob at Euro championships
Finally nailed it! • Joss Naylor completes a race he DNFd 57 years ago
McNuff is enough
THINGS TO DO NOW
YOU MUST BE MADSEN
HURRAH!
ARGH!
Running poles • An invaluable tool or dangerous weapon? The jury is out
Jonathan Albon • The World Trail Running champion cites obstacle racing as one of the surprise secrets of his success
TIPS FOR GETTING INTO OCR
‘Do you listen to music when you run?’ • We surveyed our #Run1000Miles Facebook group, who added their comments on the subject of music on the move.
YOU WATCHED...
#TrailShoeSelfie • Send us your shoe selfies and hashtag them on social media for a chance to feature in the next issue
Trail Running
Finish line is almost in sight! • Make the final months of the year count by digging in for glory
WIN! A Montane Via Gecko Pack!
WIN a full set of kit!
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Never too late • Set yourself a personal goal
MY favourite HILLS • While exploring Somerset’s Limestone Link trail, a slow runner bumbles from Cotswolds to Mendips and into the record books
My first... • Broaden your running horizons with a life-affirming trail experience
My first... trail race • I’m 43. I’d never run before 2017. I live in Britain’s flattest and most featureless region. Would 10km through the Peak District turn out to be magic, or madness?
My first... fell run • Lowlands-dweller Paul Halford turns his attitude towards altitude on a rare social visit to the Lake District. With only a few minor navigational mishaps along the way...
‘PREPARE YOURSELF’
My first... ultra race • TR editor Paul piles on the miles to prepare for one of the toughest races of his life
My first... Skyrun • Road runner James discovers that Skrunning’s descents are almost as precipitous as its climbs. And despite his race’s short distance, the thrills are enormous
WHO IS TOM EVANS?
MOUNTAIN RUNNING TIPS FROM Tom Evans • THE BRITISH WINNER OF THE 2018 CCC REVEALS HOW ANYONE CAN CONQUER AN ULTRA MARATHON
TO USE POLES OR NOT?
Extend your Summer • Break new ground in your search for adventure, because summer doesn’t need to stop when the rain starts
The Sierra Nevada mountains, Spain
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