trail running

Trail running can be a lot of fun. Nobody gets shot out of a cannon or anything, but it can still be a lot of fun in its own right.

Trail running is just a different version of running. It's not unlike road running or track running, except you do it on trails instead (usually hiking trails). These trails can traverse varying types of terrain; hills, mountains, deserts, forests, narrow passages, etc. are all fair game when it comes to trail running. Also it is not uncommon for trail runners to ascend and descend thousands of feet in one run.

As of 2009, there were over 7 million regular trail runners in the United States and over 50 million worldwide. A trail run can be something as simple as a 10-minute run up the canyon for exercise every day to backpacking trips that last a week or 10 days.

Bloggers speaking about trail running can be found at sites like runtrails and trail-running-blog.

by outdoorsurvivalguy Are you a writer, passionate about this or any other topic? Join Blogcritics!

Latest blogosphere posts tagged “trail running”

 

• Trail Running 101: 10K & 16K Runs

  
  Bald Runner — Authority: 107
  If you have been joining road races for the past months and years and had never tried running on mountain trails, then this is the time to start a new experience. I have come up with short distance runs on where I had been doing my trail runs for the past years and it is about time that you have to try to experience ...
  1 week ago

• Heavy Medal

  
  Adventures In Running — Authority: 98
  If you’re like me you run for fitness, a sense of accomplishment and yes, the hardware.  I would like to speak today about finish medals.  Some runners think that you should ONLY receive a medal for placing and others believe that they have trained for a 13-26 mile race and deserve something symbolic of their ...
  1 week ago

• Merrell Sonic Glove Review

  
  GEAR.com — Authority: 99
  I’ve been sold on minimalist running shoes for about a year now. The Merrell Sonic Glove Running Shoe is a nice addition to your running shoe arsenal. Merrell Sonic Glove Running Shoe Features UPPER/LINING Microfiber footbed treated with Aegis® antimicrobial solution resists odor Merrell Omni-Fit™ lacing ...
  1 week ago

• Trail Running 101: Part #2: “Rules On The Run”

  
  Bald Runner — Authority: 107
  Now that you are ready to embrace trail running, there are some rules and regulations; protocols; etiquette; or “GMRC” (Good Manners & Right Conduct) things/actions that every runner should know and follow. These rules boil down to the preservation of the environment and “common sense” in treating our ...
  1 week ago

• Gear Box: Nike Livestrong Hypercool Running Shirt

  
  The Adventure Blog — Authority: 495
  Over the past 15 years , Lance Armstrongs Livestrong organization  has raised millions of dollar to help fund research on how to improve the quality of life for cancer survivors. Much of that money was brought in by sales of the extremely popular yellow armbands that are so closely associated with the Livestrong ...
  1 week ago

• Trail Running 101: Part #1

  
  Bald Runner — Authority: 107
  This is an excerpt from the book, “The Ultimate Guide To Trail Running” by Adam Chase & Nancy Hobbs. Lisa Goldsmith, two-time USATF Mountain Runner of the Year says: “Trail running requires such an athletic style of running that a lifelong athlete will probably adapt better, say someone who has soccer or ...
  1 week ago

• Im Home! Im Home!

  
  Banff Trail Trash — Authority: 89
  Travel.  Holiday.  Vacation.  Ive had friends return from lengthy trips, only to be befuddled, depressed and unable to deal with the realities of their "real world".  In our case, the opposite is true.  Keith and I are literally overflowing with love, for this place that we call home. Keith loves Banff!! ...
  1 week ago

• Regrets? I’ve had a few……….

  
  Adventures In Running — Authority: 98
  My friends, I would like to be serious for a moment and talk about something that I believe to be very important and goes virtually unnoticed by most runners.  In my first post you read about my roots in running and where I came from to where I am now.  Many of us have our stories and tend to allow our memories of ...
  2 weeks ago

• Gary Robbin’s 215km East Coast Trail Speed Record

  
  Trainharder.com — Authority: 98
  In August 2010 North Vancouver’s Gary Robbins set a non-stop speed record for the 215km long East Coast Trail. Here’s the official video from Erik Nachtrieb of  1iOpen Productions .  
  2 weeks ago

• group run at rockefeller state park

  
  rundangerously — Authority: 103
  it was a rare weekend where there werent any local races to run. but there was plenty of socializing on our group run at rockefeller state park (a/k/a "rockies). i got in a solid 12.5 miles at an average 10:15 pace. it never ceases to amaze me how many hills can be crammed into a given route at rockies! to even ...
  2 weeks ago

• Team inov-8 2012: Sian Turner

  
  Team Inov-8 USA — Authority: 106
  1) Primary sport (s):   Xterra/Off road triathlon 2)   Team member since: 2012 3) City/state of residence: Redwood City, California 4) Occupation: Engineer 5) Goals for 2012: Podium finish at Xterra US National Championships 6) Notable achievements/memories/PR’s in your sport: ...
  2 weeks ago

• Team inov-8 2012: Mark Lundblad

  
  Team Inov-8 USA — Authority: 106
  1) Primary sport (s): Ultrarunning 2)   Team member since: 2005 3) City/state of residence: Asheville, NC 4) Occupation: Manufacturing Manager 5) Goals for 2012: Establish a couple new FKT’s, try a couple new ultra races, and stay consistent and healthy. 6) Notable achievements/memories/PR’s ...
  2 weeks ago

• Team inov-8 2012: Anne Lundblad

  
  Team Inov-8 USA — Authority: 106
  1) Primary sport (s):   Ultrarunning 2)   Team member since:   2007 3) City/state of residence:   Asheville, North Carolina 4) Occupation:   Counselor at Warren Wilson College 5) Goals for 2011:   Have as many adventures in the mountains as possible!   This summer I plan to run 550 miles ...
  2 weeks ago

• Let It Snow, Let It Snow, Let It Snow!

  
  Adventures In Running — Authority: 98
  Now that the introductions are over let’s talk about getting through the winter.  So far most of us have enjoyed unseasonably high temperatures until now.  It is time to toughen up and continue to run outside.  Even if you use a treadmill during the really cold days, try to make it a point to get outside for at ...
  2 weeks ago

• Earn A Wild Card Entry For The UTi Rhodes Run in South Africa

  
  The Adventure Blog — Authority: 495
  Looking for a new challenge for 2012? Then look no further than the UTi Rhodes Run , a grueling 52km (32.3 mile) race through the beautiful Drakensberg mountains of South Africa. This years race will take place on July 14, in the heart of winter in the Southern Hemisphere, and as always, the course will wander ...
  2 weeks ago

Comments about trail running