Trail Running Features
Latest Trail Running Features

Spring is in the air: here’s how I update my trail running kit for the new season
By Fiona Russell published
A guide to what you should be wearing for runs in springtime on local trails and in the hills and mountains

Who is Katie Schide? The 'Trail Runner of the Year' who can't help breaking records
By Alex Foxfield published
Watch out Courtney! Here's everything you need to know about Katie Schide, the American ultra runner who won the UTMB in 2024

Should you size up on running shoes? Experts explain how to choose the perfect fit
By Lilith Hudson published
Finding the right shoe fit won't only prevent injury or discomfort, but it's also crucial to your running form

A bright idea: why I think hikers and runners should ditch dark colors on the trails
By Fiona Russell published
Experienced hiker and runner Fiona Russell makes her case for more colors – and the brighter the better – when heading into the hills and mountains

Jiayou! Jiayou! The rise and rise of trail running in China
By Alex Foxfield published
We look at the Chinese boom in trail running, including how tragedy has shaped the modern pursuit and what the future holds

Think the UTMB World Series is getting too big for its trail running shoes? It’s only just hitting its stride
By Julia Clarke published
There’s work to be done to make the renowned race series more inclusive and sustainable and the organizers say they’re rolling up their sleeves

Mythbusting: should you run the day before a race? Here's what experts have to say
By Lilith Hudson published
Some marathoners swear by "shakeout runs" before a race, while others would rather preserve their energy for the big day. The question is, which is best?

Who is Jim Walmsley? The American ultra running icon
By Alex Foxfield published
Holder of speed records for both Western States and UTMB, Jim Walmsley is one of ultra running’s all-time legends
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