Trail Running 101

Off-road running is catching. Specially in some areas around the North East of the US. Why? Well, Ian Parlin and Jamie Anderson pointed them out, together with a handful of tips to get anyone started on running trails. The presentation they did in a sports store has been put together on RunToWin.com, but here are the highlights:

• Technical vs non-technical trails
• Biomechanics
• How to become a trail runner
• The shoes
• Respect the Trail
• Eat & Drink
• First Aid Kits & Dry Clothes
• Run with a Friend
• Bring Insect Repellent
• Clean Your Shoes
• Follow the Left Hand Rule
• Hunting Season

Their presentation is also available on-line
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