{"id":2052,"date":"2021-09-23T04:56:10","date_gmt":"2021-09-23T04:56:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/ultimatehealthreport.com\/how-to-start-running-off-road\/"},"modified":"2021-09-23T04:56:10","modified_gmt":"2021-09-23T04:56:10","slug":"how-to-start-running-off-road","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/ultimatehealthreport.com\/how-to-start-running-off-road\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Start Running Off-Road"},"content":{"rendered":"
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If you think trail running only happens in the mountains, you\u2019re mistaken.<\/span><\/p>\n Running off-road is about leaving the streets and running on a natural surface. We\u2019ll give <\/span>you 5 tips<\/span> to make it easier to ditch tar for <\/span>off-road running<\/span>. <\/span><\/p>\n You don\u2019t necessarily have to go into the wild for your next trail run. <\/span>Look for a route that takes you through parks, on gravel paths, or across fields.<\/strong> You\u2019ll find new areas away from where you usually run and get an introduction to running off-road. If you\u2019re not that familiar with your surroundings, take a look at the map and get an idea of where you might find some trails.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n Expert Tip:<\/strong><\/p>\n Be free and run without a plan. Decide where you want to go according to how you feel; be spontaneous and try different running surfaces. Trail running is not necessarily about setting a PR; it\u2019s also about experiencing your environment.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n The biggest challenge you have in trail running is the different terrain you run on. It\u2019s a good idea to <\/span>develop your leg muscles<\/span> if you want to run trails. Exercises <\/span>to improve stability and balance<\/span> help prevent injuries. You should also strengthen your ankles so you don\u2019t end up twisting or spraining them.\u00a0\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n <\/p>\n Where does trail running happen?\u00a0<\/strong><\/p>\n In trail running, only 20% of the route should be on paved surfaces like asphalt and cobblestones. The rest is run on rougher terrain. The different parts of the route can be on gravel paths, trails in the woods, and single-track trails.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>\n1. Look for the right trail running route<\/h2>\n
2. <\/strong>Train for new conditions<\/strong> <\/span><\/h2>\n