HOW TO START RUNNING OUTDOORS - Asics

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HOW TO START RUNNING OUTDOORS
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• For most runners, the road is where they start,
  and they continue to enjoy it for years.
  Adventurous runners, however, have blazed many
  other paths, from trail running, to fell running
  and mud running. These different types of outdoor
  running can add variety and excitement to your
  routine while providing the luxury and full
  experience of being outside, immersed in nature.
  Each one also offers its own distinct atmosphere,
  challenges and rewards
• TRAIL RUNNING
• What is trail running? The basic idea of trail
  running is to run off road. This can be anything
  from an unpaved path in the park to a long and
  steep hill trail, and the focus can be to enjoy
  the outdoor experience of nature or to conquer
  challenging trails. Trail running can mean fewer
  injuries as the running surfaces are softer, and
  it also allows for technique improvement and
  speed improvement as the trails offer terrain
  challenges and really put your endurance to the
  test. After some trail running, taking your race
  to the asphalt will feel like smooth sailing.
• Youll need specific trail running shoes that
  provide extra traction and durability. Moreover,
  they'll need to be either water resistant or
  provide total water drainage.

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• FELL RUNNING
• Fell running is like trail running but with an
  emphasis on inclines. Fell running introduces a
  wide variety of terrain that you may not be used
  to, and youll find yourself running in some
  places and potentially walking others. The
  inclines that really make up fell running will
  push your endurance and make a serious workout
  for your ankles and quads, so strength training
  is a big component of success here. The steepness
  of a climb or descent is central to the challenge
  posed by a mountain or fell race. Often runners
  who participate in official races must have
  navigational skills and must carry survival gear
  with them during the race, which is a testament
  to the fact that fell running is for those that
  want to experience outdoor running like never
  before.
• For mountain running, you'll need fell or trail
  running shoes with plenty of grip for steep
  descents. As weather changes can be unexpected,
  its important to be prepared with the layers you
  may need on your fell running expedition.
• MUD RUNNING
• What are mud runs? Rather than races to train
  for, mud runs offer more of a change of
  atmosphere and surface. Mud races are about
  enjoyment and 'surviving' the race, while times
  and Personal Bests (PB's) are much less a
  concern. They often feature obstacles, water
  ditches and climbing segments. Distances range
  from relatively short 5km to more demanding half
  marathons.
• Gear is going to be punished during a mud run, so
  you may want to opt for a used pair of running
  shoes. However, tight-fitting running clothes
  will work better in water segments. From what
  weve learned, the lighter the clothes, the
  better youre off for the remainder of the mud
  run.
• Original Source - https//www.asics.com/in/en-in/
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