Here are some of my thoughts and concerns regarding my first attempt at a 50k trail run. If you’re an ultra-runner I would love to hear your feedback and suggestions. https://youtu.be/kRv7YAV8Kio My Plan: After separating my shoulder last year, I have once again started training. Every week I have been slowly increasing my miles and … Continue reading Plans for running my first ultra… so many questions
With every new version of a shoe you can expect some changes, and as someone who loved the original Torrents, I was excited to try out Hoka’s latest release of the Torrent 3. So far I’ve logged over 50 miles on them, testing them in different situations and conditions, and sadly I have been less … Continue reading Hoka Torrent 3 – I wanted to like these trail running shoes, but they have not worked out for me
The ride is unlike anything I’ve tried before! If you're looking for a fast long run shoe that also works well for speed days and training, I would put the Endorphin Speed 3 at the top of your list. https://youtu.be/wb3jrLUqI58 From the moment that I tried these on I felt the difference and all I … Continue reading Saucony Endorphin Speed 3 – This marathon racing shoe blew me away!
The Salomon Advanced Skin 12 is a good hydration pack that will work well for most runners unless you're planning to use it with a bladder. Trail running is my passion and I needed a hydration vest that could accommodate a bladder since most of my runs are self-supported. I’ve heard a lot of great … Continue reading Better than you think, but worse than I thought. Salomon Advanced Skin 12 for Trail Running
The Impact Run and Accelerate tank tops have been amazing to run and workout in, but which one is better? I have owned both of mine for over a year and they perform amazingly, in fact it’s hard to decide which top is better. I created some tests and laid out the similarities and differences … Continue reading Beat the heat with the Impact Run and Accelerate athletic tank tops from New Balance
If you struggle on trail in technical sections here are 4 tips to help you advance your trail running skills. https://youtu.be/5knlg5vAdCs Last year I did a video on “3 Steps to improve your technical trail running” (see below). In this video I tried to take it one step further by taking a deeper look at … Continue reading 4 Tips to help you get better at trail running
The Hoka Rincon 3s have been great on my shorter runs and training days, and the springy, but comfortable midsole combined with the light weight makes this an absolute blast to run in. https://youtu.be/7n2bK9k-L7M One of my favorite things about the original Rincons was the weight and I am happy to report although a tad … Continue reading Hoka Rincon 3: Fast, light, comfortable road shoe
I’d highly recommend the Everyfun M3 Pro to runners and cyclist looking for an effective recovery tool that won’t break the bank, it’s been amazing! As a serious trail runner and mountain biker I have always relied on vibrating rollers and stationary massagers to help with my recovery. And if I am being honest, I … Continue reading This Everyfun massage gun got me back to trail running and mountain biking
The New Balance Impact 5” shorts are lightweight, moisture wicking, durable and reasonably priced. I have owned two pairs and recently just purchased my third because I love them so much. They are great for road and trail running, with plenty of pockets, and a comfortable breathable inner brief. The elastic waistband and drawstring allow … Continue reading Men’s New Balance Impact 5” Shorts – Comfortable durable shorts for trail running
I’ve recently been watching some Freerunning / Parkour videos online and got inspired, so I decided to try and incorporate some trail side features into my local trail run. And while I am far from calling myself a Freerunner, I did enjoy experimenting with a few obstacles. In part two of “Spice up your local … Continue reading Might as well jump! Spice up your local trail runs – Part 2
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