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Trail running in Verbier: off the grid and away from the grind in Swiss mountain huts
By Julia Clarke published
We took to the trails for a 40 km run around the mountains of Verbier to explore the amazing benefits of the Swiss hut system

When does a hill become a mountain? We consider this contentious question
By Jonathan Manning, Alex Foxfield last updated
We consider the attributes an elevated mass must boast before it can confidently call itself a mountain

I don’t consider myself a mountain runner but I ran 40km across the Alps – these 6 tools helped me do it
By Julia Clarke published
At best I’ve been maintaining a base level of fitness that’s lower than normal for months now – would I be able to do this?

"I trained and slept in a hypoxia chamber for 20 days" – Swiss runner finally breaks impossible record on Pikes Peak
By Julia Clarke published
The previous record was set by Matt Carpenter back in 1993

The pros and cons of 8 different types of running surfaces
By Julia Clarke published
We run you through the highs and lows of running on surfaces, from gravel and grass to roads and sand, plus the best shoes for each type

Technical mountain running vs trail running: know the difference
By Julia Clarke published
Understanding the four key differences between technical mountain running vs trail running could save your life

Mountain running series set for summer return
By Fiona Russell published
Ourea Events confirms line up of four major UK races in August and September

La Sportiva Bushido II review: a rugged trail running shoe that's perfect for skyracing
By Pat Kinsella last updated
The La Sportiva Bushido II is a full-on mountain-fit trail-running shoe, ideal for skyracing, with its feet firmly on the ground and its head in the clouds
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