Introduction to Trail Running Racing

Field trip: Introduction to Trail Running Racing

Introduction to Trail Running Racing - Tiger Mountain Lowlands

Practice trail running skills and build your milage base at a local frontcountry trail.

  • Easy
  • Moderate
  • Mileage: 4.0 mi
  • Elevation Gain: 600 ft
  • Pace: 13-15 min/mlle

This session focuses on building your base milage. We will meet at a location suitable for practicing trail running. Here we will introduce the concept of hill repeats as a part of your training for building speed and endurance.  Don't be intimidated - this is for all paces!

A suggested gear list will be provided at the classroom session.

5:30PM Highpoint Trailhead: https://maps.app.goo.gl/6DjbF7qjwyfdscK98

Route/Place

Tiger Mountain Lowlands


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Required Equipment

Required Equipment

Please wear layers of breathable, technical clothing suitable for outdoor aerobic activities.

  • Waterproof jacket, hat, buff, gloves, and sunglasses
  • Trail running shoes
  • A small day pack or belt 
  • Bring snacks and water
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