Trail Running Tips for Beginners - essential kit, awesome routes & mistakes to avoid!

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Whether you're new to trail running or not, this video will give you some basic info and tips plus lots of useful resources so you can plan some epic adventures and maximise your enjoyment on the trails!
Chapters:
0:00 Intro
0:46 What is trail running
1:08 Trail running benefits
2:58 Kit
4:58 Finding trails
8:17 Bonus tips
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Kit featured in video...
Hydration pack: Salomon S Lab 12 Set amzn.to/2ZzZdM4
Watch: Garmin 945 amzn.to/33XIEN5
Shoes: Nike Pegasus 36 Trail amzn.to/31C17fc
Useful resources...
UTMB qualifying races: utmbmontblanc.com/en/page/87/...
National trails: www.nationaltrail.co.uk/en_GB/
Long Distance Walking Association: www.ldwa.org.uk/
Trail running in London: tfl.gov.uk/modes/walking/top-...
Garmin route builder: connect.garmin.com/modern/cou...
Strava route builder: www.strava.com/routes/new?v2=...

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@marklishmael 4 жыл бұрын

More reasons trail runs in the forest are great include, when running within the forest, the trees are pumping out oxygen, not CO2 as happens adjacent to motorways, so it's better for your lungs, your brain, and your whole body, everything that is dependent upon having oxygen to operate. Also, there's evidence that scents of the forest reduce stress, and that being in the forest may trigger certain biological responses such as a lowering of blood pressure, boosting the production of serotonin, and boosting of the immune system. And as you stated, each foot placement and foot strike is different so you're building stronger connective tissues in the feet, ankles, knees, and hips. And this avoids repetitive stresses associated with running on uniform hard surfaces, that becomes more acute as we age. Last... it's way way more fun, ignore your pace, and just run for the joy of running, it's like being a kid again.

@lederppz6202 3 ай бұрын

Humans don’t need that much oxygen. The air is mostly nitrogen. R u high ?

@twalton 4 жыл бұрын

I definitely agree with your point about slowing down and enjoying the view from time to time. I've discovered so many wonderful trails around where I live (Helsinki) as a result of not focusing on pace or distance. Running can be so much fun if you take the pressure off yourself.

@SarahPlace 4 жыл бұрын

definitely! would love to visit finland one day, there is a race called nuts yllas pallas which looks incredible!

@alancook2503 4 жыл бұрын

Another great video, keep up the good work! Can’t wait for the next one already 😀

@richardbrown1573 4 жыл бұрын

Quality vid Sarah, on point and really well done 👌. Keep up the great content + looking forward to your next vid 👍.

@garybriggs5094 4 жыл бұрын

Loved the video, nice and relaxed. Looking forward to the next one 👍🏻

@elijahsargent6778 4 жыл бұрын

So glad I found this channel, you seem genuinely happy to be talking about the sport we love, keep up the amazing content

@heavyt5702 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video full of great tips! Looks like you had great fun filming it. Nice one, Sarah 👍🏼

@Nickswolves 4 жыл бұрын

Great video Sarah - loving the smile and thumbs up after each tip 😊👍🏼

@ioanparry 4 жыл бұрын

Sarah, these videos are a really good strong start to the channel, seems you're a complete natural at this, and great editing! This channel will grow pretty quickly I reckon! Great tips, and brilliantly delivered. Keep up the awesome work and promoting trail running, one of the very best soul fuel activities....

@MikeSzekely 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video! Thank you so much for taking the “edge” off getting onto the trails. And I like what you said about no one caring about your pace on Strava👍🏻😃👊🏻

@jamiexavier6654 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video Sarah! Thanks for posting.

@AncoraImparoPiper 4 жыл бұрын

Just what I was looking for. Especially, how to find trails and the tip about socks! Thanks!

@jamesshelley6478 4 жыл бұрын

Loving your channel! Glad u and Ben both have one x

@paulfrank73 4 жыл бұрын

Great video!! So many useful tips, Its inspired to add some more trail runs in the future!!

@debbiepriest8123 4 жыл бұрын

This was a really helpful video Sarah, loads of useful information. I will be hitting the trails soon in my local area now I know about LDWA. Thank you :)

@davebrown1100 3 жыл бұрын

What a great video, thank you. I'm just starting my journey and absolutely loving it and the community.

@guillaumesperlich5749 4 жыл бұрын

Already a big fan of your videos, great job !

@macau.friend 4 жыл бұрын

Wow, brand new channel on running, awesome! I haven’t had much interest in trail running in the past, but now that you’ve made a video for beginners, may give it a try some day. Thank you.

@davekirkwood9076 4 жыл бұрын

Great video Sarah, your tips are really helpful... Keep it going, the nerves will soon disappear 👍

@Hung-Tien 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you Sara for all your advices and informations. That’s really helpful. 🙏💕✌️

@mattlee8420 4 жыл бұрын

Woop 🙌 great work Sarah!

@evlsv620 4 жыл бұрын

Great video Sarah. I'd agree with those tips for the most part. Keep up the good work.

@Margbear 4 жыл бұрын

Definitely an important tip to stay safe out there! Enjoy everyone! Thanks Sarah

@michaeldavid3720 4 жыл бұрын

Love the content and your confidence in front of the camera increasing, would be nice to have your opinion on the shoes you run in and why

@wiscflank248 4 жыл бұрын

Very good vid, sound advices, solid content. Keep them coming.

@djspin808 3 жыл бұрын

Really enjoyed your tips on running my first ultra, I've done a 32 miles, planning to do my 50 mile run on my 50th birthday this August 2021, greetings from San Francisco California...

@jonathanperkin 2 жыл бұрын

Great to see my local trails! Almost impossible not to love trail running when the North Downs Way is on your doorstep. Thanks for the videos Sarah, found them via Ben via FMR/R4A, you're all inspiring me to push further and get out more. The dream would be the AoA as I absolutely love running the coast path, just not sure I have the mental toughness to push through the pain like you guys can! It's amazing what some people are able to do, and it's always really helpful seeing that it's not easy for anyone, but that you can push yourselves beyond what you thought possible.

@RosserRuns 4 жыл бұрын

Those are great tips. You have some cool areas to run in. Keep up the great videos.

@ourchannelofthisandthat 3 жыл бұрын

Thank you for making this helpful video, I am new to trail running and so nervous to try and find some as I am used to just running out of the front door on road runs. I am excited to get going! x

@CharlieChip 4 жыл бұрын

Got to say, great vide! Been road running for ages and I’ve been wanting to get into trail running for while and with the info on where to find the best routes, it’s going to be a fun weekend! Thanks

@rustneversleeps3 4 жыл бұрын

Very engaging and informative video! Subscribed, and looking forward to following the channel as you add content!

@LuisBecerra79 4 жыл бұрын

Just takes us on your journey, running is joyful and any topic that you consider useful is good for everyone. Experience is the best teacher. Good video Sarah. 👍🏼 see you in the next one! 😁

@crazydaysss2546 Жыл бұрын

Very useful video thanks Sarah, I admire you for all your trail running and the effort you put on top of those super difficult runs to document and spread the joy of the sport. Keep going ❤💪🏻🙂

@SoulQuJo Жыл бұрын

Very cool and relaxing video! Thanks for the info.

@KarlBrownTV 2 жыл бұрын

Looking forward to putting this into practice in the next few weeks :) I've got Man vs Mountain in Snowdon in just over a month, I've been totally a paved runner with prepping for marathons so hitting trails is going to be an interesting challenge. Great video, Sarah!

@faaizabashir3935 2 жыл бұрын

What a great video, thank you! Keen to try TR but nervous to! This was helpful thank you.

@YuennyLam Жыл бұрын

Great advice Sarah. Thanks for sharing!

@guitarman7575 4 жыл бұрын

Great hints...I always tend to look always on my pace even for trail running.. it's better to ignore it definitely take some time to take a short break and enjoy the scenery. 👍

@john1boggity56 2 жыл бұрын

Wonderful vid - thank you for sharing !!! I sleep so well after a good trail run and mental health is at its peak.

@lizzypicardi Жыл бұрын

Thanks! I have my 1st 15 mile race tomorrow so stoked. Subbed !

@deehultonsmith 4 жыл бұрын

That was good timing on the part of the algorithm, throwing this channel into my recommendations. I’m in the process of switching from road to trails (pending recovery from a heel injury) and I’d just run out of Harry Jones vids to watch, so I was in need of another source of motivation.

@dannygrays 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks for sharing the useful tips. Am just getting into trials after watching alot of stuff on UTMB. Not sure if I could do a 100 miler but there is something beautiful about running off road. We done in and around Virginia Waters over the weekend which was spectacular!

@kevinhughes8765 4 жыл бұрын

Loving the videos. Looking forward to many more. 😀

@kevingoza 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for the approachable commentary! I’m just getting back into running at age 65 and it helps to find an encouraging guide.

@pandanitas3312 4 жыл бұрын

Some great starting tips in there, thanks for sharing. 👌

@andreagordon7904 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video - love trail running - I live near to Wendover Woods in the Chiltern Hills so lots of amazing places to run - would love to see videos on nutrition and running - increasing your speed and strength training for running (plus best stretches) - great channel - excited to see what is ahead 👍

@billmartins5545 Жыл бұрын

I'm getting into trail running and this is my first video to learn about it! Thanks :).

@hippychicken82 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks this is super helpful, brought my first pair of trail shoes this morning! Im relieved to find out walking up hill is not considered a failure 😁😬

@alexoblak3441 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome video Sarah👏👏👏💪💪💪👍👍🙂♥️...keep up the good work 🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️🏃‍♀️

@ChrisFeeney 4 жыл бұрын

Great Video, just moving from long distance hikes to running 😄 , it's killing me . Keep the videos coming.

@samwis41979 Жыл бұрын

Lovely video. I'm off all round Guildford and North downs way tomorrow and certainly seemed to recognise the views and paths in this video.

@turkeysandwich001 4 жыл бұрын

I wish one day I fall in love with trail running!! But thanks a bunch for the nudge. Will start sneaking them in to my training.

@hikinged 2 жыл бұрын

Thanks for the useful tips, Sarah!

@markwalsh6714 3 жыл бұрын

I was so happy to hear you mention that the pace will be slower and you can relax into the run. I think I’ve become obsessed by the Strava minutes per mile, even if I’ve run across a very muddy and waterlogged field. I think I just need to forget about it during trail runs.

@adamsosa 4 жыл бұрын

Love you dropped a bit of country music at the end 👨🏼‍🌾👍🏻

@PZJBimha Жыл бұрын

I really needed this. Thanks Sarah.

@ered_lithui 4 жыл бұрын

After running an hour in the cold, wet dark this morning, your sunny attitude couldn‘t be more welcome. Also, great tip, I honestly never gave a single thought about my socks... it makes perfect sense, of course... Thanks! Greetings from the Bavarian Alps.

@claytonmetternich7814 Жыл бұрын

New to the sport… and your video told me exactly what I wanted to hear. I have only run 1x 50k and I was self conscious about needing to walk. Nice to hear it’s ok / encouraged to walk up hills. Truly a humbling experience and very fun culture. Can’t wait. I’m subscribed and playing catch-up on your videos. UTMB is the goal. 36 years old and I think the speed years are behind me.

@neilhaydock108 4 жыл бұрын

Another great informative video, Admire your passion for running. 👍

@randomize9642 4 жыл бұрын

As with Ben's videos... like before I even watch it. Sarah you're more and more comfortable every time in front of the camera! Awesome content!

@SarahPlace 4 жыл бұрын

thank you rudolph! :)

@redcloudmc Жыл бұрын

Helpful. Just starting out with trail running here

@mdny7788 4 жыл бұрын

You seem personable and have good screen presence, you are going to be a hit channel, keep making videos regularly.

@kathrynmoney4406 4 жыл бұрын

You're great inspiration for the ladies Sarah! Keep 'em coming!

@giantkidtiff 4 жыл бұрын

agreed - nice to see a lady on here!!

@colrunswild4adventure781 3 жыл бұрын

Hi I`m new to the channel and loving it. Almost as much as trail running. Cheers great video.

@apiyutsiyapan9582 2 жыл бұрын

I am new; starting this year. Thank you.

@solo.exploring5036 4 жыл бұрын

Awesome content girl, who would of thought at 1 stage you where afraid of the camera, you're smashing it now and seem so confident filming. Love it...

@SarahPlace 4 жыл бұрын

thank youuuuu, getting better! :)

@bassemb 3 жыл бұрын

Nice pacing and editing on the video, good stuff!

@leighkavanagh6567 4 жыл бұрын

Yes!! Perfect timing 👌🏼

@stevendavies4572 4 жыл бұрын

Brilliant video .I've been watching bens videos for a while and have been wondering how to start off trail running and hopefully incorporate them into my road running or half marathon training.i look forward to the next video!

@SarahPlace 4 жыл бұрын

ah good well hope this helped a bit! enjoy incorporating some trails into your training!

@tyemust4399 Жыл бұрын

Thank you. Great tips! I run quiet alot but never tried trail running. Just got my trail shoes and will be doing my first run tomorrow. I'm 10 min from epping forest and can't wait to run it as I normally walk it with my little boy.

@alexandruverzes5249 4 жыл бұрын

Hey! Nice job! I really like what you do and I follow you with interest. I can't wait for the next video...

@carlhole-maloney3249 3 жыл бұрын

Hi I'm running my very first trail race this Sunday. It's a 10 mile trail race, in South Derbyshire, brooksies bash. I was looking at doing a pb as my 10 mile pb is 1hr 28. But I think I will completely forget that, with the heat this weekend..and the hills. You have answered all my questions..thanks.

@DanRuns 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful, thanks!

@OWNAveal 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks Sarah, helped me a lot.

@TheAmericanAfrican 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video. Thanks!

@leeduffy9154 2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much. This was super helpful x

@JBKITE14 4 жыл бұрын

Great video Sarah! As a future video suggestion it would be great to hear about some of your current running goals both short and long term. If you could expand and talk about how you will modify your training to achieve the goals it could provide some useful insights for those of us who are self coached. Keep up the great work!

@SarahPlace 4 жыл бұрын

cool thank you! yes sure will put it on the list

@jSirBrickzAlot 2 жыл бұрын

new to trail running and loved this video, subscribed.

@jtsimaras Ай бұрын

Just got into trail running as a cross-training for mountain biking - I'm hooked - huge thank you Sarah for your content :)

@sophied7263 4 жыл бұрын

Great video and perfect timing as just bought some trail shoes and wasn’t sure how to find routes. Would be great if you did a video about ultra running, how to do your first one, top tips etc.. also a video on your running background so how you started running and how to get better.

@SarahPlace 4 жыл бұрын

thanks sophie, a few other people have said that too so will hopefully film something soon! enjoy the trails!

@jannievictor 4 жыл бұрын

Great stuff Sarah!

@Outdoorliving74 2 жыл бұрын

I grew up at the base of the pilgrims way in Maidstone and spent many hours running and cycling along it. Great memories.

@dhutchman 4 жыл бұрын

So I went and tried my first trail run over the last weekend after watching this video. I loved it and am totally converted! Thanks for the tips, and had 'stop and take it in' running through my head as I enjoyed my surrounds. Thanks so much, and hi from Australia.

@SarahPlace 4 жыл бұрын

ah amazing! glad you enjoyed it jonathon! wishing you many more happy fun runs on the trails in the future!

@hannahbazley3626 4 жыл бұрын

Great to see you with your own channel. 👍 I'm a recent convert to trail running and, though I can't afford a watch with mapping at the moment, I love the OS app. I make up routes, save them then check if I'm on track when I'm unsure which way to go. Training for my 1st ultra in October (hopefully!) but would love to to the North Downs Way 100 eventually, having walked it in sections pre kids.

@SarahPlace 4 жыл бұрын

yeah i've heard good things about that app. good luck with the ultra and great that you have aspirations to run the ndw100 such an amazing event!

@steveh9788 4 жыл бұрын

Another great video, you're just as positive as Ben 🙂Bet you can't wait to travel again to top up your fridge magnet collection 😄 Look forward to the next one 👍

@SarahPlace 4 жыл бұрын

haha thank you :) and yes i was thinking that a few days ago!

@willamightknow7639 3 жыл бұрын

Subscribing because of your “Trail running for beginners” video. More of a hiker, not a runner but I admire you guys so much and dream of being a part of that culture 👟👟

@rogereowen3 4 жыл бұрын

Ran my first ever half marathon around Greenwich Park and Blackheath today 😁. I guess running on the heath qualifies me as a fledgling trial runner hehe. Great video and full of useful information, well done Sarah👍

@SarahPlace 4 жыл бұрын

haha definitely! congrats on your half marathon, you chose a great place to do it!

@fibonacci3844 3 жыл бұрын

The navigation device advice is really important, especially when you are planning to do long runs (marathon/ultra marathon distances).

@dilberryplays 2 жыл бұрын

really useful thank you Sarah.

@JonsConsciousLife 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve just picked up my first proper pair of trail shoes and took them on some fairly technical stuff yesterday. Saucony Mad River TR. I love being in the forest, in tune with nature, and yeah the pace just doesn’t matter at all.

@sophiaskyers5574 4 жыл бұрын

I never usually give likes to You Tube videos but I have to give you a massive like Sarah. I am a novice runner, living in Greenwich and I have watched you and Ben. Absolutely love that channel. In your own channel you come across really well and the content thus far is excellent. You are in command of your material and you are inspiring and so interesting to watch, as well as informative. More please! Thank you so much! All the very best with this. I will be watching and promoting.

@SarahPlace 4 жыл бұрын

thank you sophia! means a lot!

@twofingers2034 4 жыл бұрын

Very nice and informatívne, keep going on 👌

@escoacorrere 4 жыл бұрын

Really nice video. Loved it.

@Mr.RafaTorres 4 жыл бұрын

Great Videos Sarah ! Regards from Mexico 👍

@michaelsutherland4656 3 жыл бұрын

Great tips been trail running for a year or so loved the sock tip ALWAYS getting grit in socks as only ever worn low running socks!! and the pace thing valid point, i'am always comparing to others probably flat runs and wondering why so different poorer thanks

@Joe-mans 4 жыл бұрын

I’m glad you mentioned Epping forest it’s so nice there

@SarahPlace 4 жыл бұрын

yeah love it there!

@squierstrat9502 4 жыл бұрын

I used to follow routes on my watch but now i find it more fun and adventurous to set coordinates on an older gps device and use a compass to get to those specific locations.

@gkmilne1 3 жыл бұрын

This was super useful! Thank you :)

@susanwiggins6309 4 жыл бұрын

You're a natural! This video was helpful as I have been interested in trying some trail running. I think I'd be nervous going on my own though. Were you when you started? It would also be interesting to hear about your running background - how you got started, races you've done, etc...

@SarahPlace 4 жыл бұрын

thanks susan! i've never felt nervous doing it alone but i think i would if i didn't know where i was going which is why i always have a route planned out on my watch, but you can just keep it local to start with and then you can start branching out when you're a bit more confident with it! enjoy!