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Our advice - Running
Whether you're a beginner or an experienced runner, you can find the answers to the questions you have on running and trail running. From choosing the best shoes to managing your training, we share our expertise through tip sheets so you can achieve your goals in style, comfort and safety.
How to choose your trail running shoes?
Before Running
The main differences between trail running shoes and road running shoes are in relation to the type of running surface. For trail running, it is best to have shoes with good tread as well as built-in protection, foot support and stability for uneven surfaces.
How to choose a running backpack ?
Before Running
Backpacks or hydration packs have become an essential item for trail running. However, they are hardly used at all in road running or marathons. Why is there this difference in usage? How do you choose your pack?
How to prepare your trail running pack?
Before Running
So you’ve found the right trail running shoes and chosen your trail running pack, now you just have to decide what to put in it. Try not to fill it to the brim and follow our advice to learn what gear you need to carry. The aim is to run light, the lighter the better!
How to run with poles ?
During running
Poles are a very efficient aid when running uphill. The poles themselves are becoming lighter and lighter as they are now made from carbon fiber and other light materials. They fold down into 2 or 3 segments and are easy to carry when not in use. Once you’ve tried them, you won’t go back!
How to properly dress in layers with the three-layer-system?
Buying guide
When practicing outdoor sports, you need to protect yourself from the elements (rain, wind, snow, cold temperatures etc.) by means of good perspiration management. The three-layer-system helps you choose the right clothes while taking into account the weather conditions and the sport practiced. Three layers of clothing will keep you dry and warm: a base layer for removing moisture, a mid-layer to keep you warm and an outer layer to protect you from the elements.
How to manage your effort in trail running?
During running
Have you put your name down for your first trail running race? Were you tempted by a longer distance or an ultra trail? With tips from Francois d’Haene you can manage your effort in a trail running race so you can enjoy it all the way to the finish line!
How do you run uphill?
During running
When you begin trail running, running uphill often seems too hard or even frightening. We often try to run too quickly and explode. How do you improve your uphill technique? With these few invaluable tips, you'll see that it's easier than it seems!
Trail running training in the city
During running
Do you live and work in the city? Are you looking to prepare for a trail run? Even with busy working weeks, you can define a suitable training plan. Here's our advice for planning and organizing your trail running training well. A few exercises on the stairs will also help you prepare physically.
What is trail running?
Before Running
Have you decided to take up trail running, but this sport seems difficult, technical or even dangerous? Do you think that you can only do it high in the mountains over long distances? What actually is trail running?
Running in the snow
During running
It's winter, the snow has turned the mountains white and yet you don't want to put away your trail running shoes? Are you looking to stay fit or simply keep on enjoying the pleasure of running? No problem! Here's our advice to go running in the snow. Why not? Preparing for a white trail?
Warming up before a race
Before Running
Race day You have been following your trail running training plan to the letter for months. You have taken care to prepare physically, to the point of adapting your diet for endurance. You have picked up your race number. There is only one step left before starting along the trails: the warm-up.
What equipment do you need for trail running?
Before Running
Have you found a good pair of trail running shoes? Are you used to your running apparel and do you know how to use your GPS cardio watch? When trail running, only bring the essentials to remain light without neglecting your safety. Here's our advice for preparing your safety kit!
Running downhill
During running
Have you acquired a good technique and endurance for running uphill? Climbing up and up, have you reached the summit? You are going to have to think about coming back down again. That's one of the joys of trail running! Here's our advice for knowing how to run downhill, while taking advantage of the terrain.
Recovery after a trail run
After running
Everything went well: you've finished the race! Whenever you cross the finish line, think about your recovery by hydrating and replenishing your energy. Are your legs a bit stiff? Feel sore? We are going to relieve it all.
Why adopt a trail running diet?
Before Running
Having a healthy and balanced everyday diet is always a guarantee of good health. A sports enthusiast's diet must also meet the needs of physical exertion. Adapt your diet for trail running using these few simple nutritional guidelines.
How should you drink when trail running?
During running
Good hydration when trail running limits cramps, avoids injuries like tendinitis, and prevents soreness. An endurance sport at the heart of nature, trail running requires correct hydration. Don't find it easy to drink when running? Here's our advice.
