Trail Running

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.

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MEET THE TEAM

YOUR PERSONAL COACH • Trail Running ’s expert team shares its decades of wisdom to help make you the best runner you can possibly be...

HOW TO HYDRATE BETTER • Follow these five golden rules from top Swedish ultra runner, Mimmi Kotka...

THE UK’S BEST RUNNING TRAILS RANKED • New research commissioned by Hoka reveals the most popular off-road spots

Global habits • Scientists recently looked at different hydration customs from around the world and reviewed the evidence around their use in exercise*

HEALTH NEWS

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60 SECONDS WITH... CARL MORRIS • Carl’s Trail Ultra Project is studying the growth and evolution of trail running in the UK and USA...

Mountains of festivities • Keswick bash bounces back with a bang!

UK TRAIL TOWNS TO VISIT THIS SUMMER! • Looking for somewhere on home soil to get your shoes muddy? These are our top choices...

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INSTAGRAM INSPO • Trail Running ’s regular series shines the spotlight on a fresh theme every issue

MATT WHYMAN • How he finally embraced the fear of getting his running shoes dirty... and opened up a new world of possibilities!

MARA YAMAUCHI • The Olympic marathoner recalls her first experience of trail racing

? WE ASKED YOU... What’s your favourite type of run? • Our #Run1000Miles challengers clearly like to log plenty of their miles in one go

TRAIL Running

#Run 1000Miles is for you! • Our Facebook group is packed with runners of all abilities, united by a common goal...

Achieve a goal! • How to get involved in our 2022 challenge

The Perfect Fit • How one married couple strikes the perfect balance in the running paradise of north-east Scotland

YOUR PERSONAL COACH • Take the time to adapt to heat

THE SCIENCE BEHIND SWEAT • TR discovers exactly what running in extreme heat takes out of you

How to measure how much you sweat • Testing in a lab is always the ideal but it’s not too difficult to get a good estimate of your sweat rate at home. Here’s how...

BAREFOOT ON THE 'DOOMWAY' • A trail run along Britain’s deadliest path

Plight of the navigator • Learning how to find your way is a crucial skill for anyone seeking adventure. TR sent an orienteering novice to find his bearings

YOUR PERSONAL COACH • Planning is the key to success

HOW TO RUN THE STAVELEY VIRTUAL COURSE

TOP ORIENTEERING TIPS – FROM A BEGINNER

TESTING THE PASS • When lockdown cancelled Scotland’s races, Sam Harper devised her own marathon on the Cairngorms’ Lairig Ghru pass

Start planning • How to experience the wonders of Lairig Ghru for yourself

TRAINING Q & A • Answers to your questions and training tips from the top running experts

Sharing the Load • There’s more than just safety in numbers... TR explores the latest scientific research into the benefits of running in a group

YOUR PERSONAL COACH • Consider hooking up with a club

Down to the core • Trails present a unique challenge to the body, but maintaining a strong core is a sure-fire way to improve your...