WATCH: How to start trail running
REI provides tips on gear, fuel, and routes for beginner trail runners
If you’re new to trail running, or itching to get back into it, this video by REI may help simplify things. Perhaps you’re unsure of what you need, where to go, or how to move efficiently on the trails. The company has put together a brief checklist for those new to trail running. They cover shoes, gear, fuelling, types of trails, technique, and general tips. These are just some of the things to consider when starting out on the trails:
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