Trail Running | GTN's Ultimate Guide To Getting Started

Published on October 3rd 2017

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Trail running is a great way to train for triathlon! Varying the terrain you run on can keep tri training fun and exciting whilst developing your running skills. Subscribe to GTN: http://gtn.io/SubscribetoGTN Check out the GTN Shop: http://gtn.io/2l Trail running is fun and varied but has also has many merits to be included in your triathlon training plan. This is especially true if you are heading into the winter months and want to mix up your training. Trail running has many benefits including: - Becoming a natural fartlek session as the surface and incline vary throughout your run. - Practising the ability to change you cadence and contact time throughout a run. - Reducing the impact on your joints as well as teaching your body to stabilise on uneven terrain. You will need some slightly different gear if you are going to start trail running. This includes some offroad shoes to give you more grip whilst on the trails. As well as this it is a good idea to take a map/phone/GPS to avoid getting lost. Make sure to watch the full video for the rest of GTN's top trail running tips 🏃 Get out on the trails and enjoy! If you'd like to contribute captions and video info in your language, here's the link 👍 http://gtn.io/2k Watch more on GTN... 📹 How To Run Uphill - http://gtn.io/RunUphill 📹 4 Essential Swim Workouts - http://gtn.io/SwimWorkouts