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Interview with TrailLevel: a performance scoring system for trail running
Trail running is much more than distance and finish time. Elevation gain, technical terrain, and mountain conditions make comparing performance between races a real challenge. This is exactly why TrailLevel was created — an innovative trail running platform and performance evaluation system designed to measure runners’ level in a fairer and more accurate way, both in races and during training. To better understand this project, we spoke with Juan Fuego, one of the founders of TrailLevel, who explains how this trail running scoring system works, how it differs from well-known rankings such as ITRA or the UTMB Index, and how it can help both runners and race organizers plan their seasons and events more effectively. An essential interview for anyone who wants to better understand
Trail running 101: a beginner’s guide to your first off-road run
Trail running is one of the most accessible and rewarding ways to discover endurance sports outdoors. Unlike road running, it takes you away from traffic, into nature, and onto varied terrain that challenges both body and mind. However, your first off-road run can feel intimidating if you do not know what to expect. This trail running for beginners guide is designed to help you start safely, build confidence, and enjoy your first experiences on the trails without unnecessary mistakes. What is trail running, really? At its core, trail running means running on natural surfaces instead of pavement. This includes: Forest paths Dirt and gravel tracks Mountain trails Coastal and desert routes The terrain is rarely flat or predictable. Roots, rocks, mud, and elevation changes are
Multi-Day Ultra Trail Training: 10 Expert Tips from Gareth Jones
Preparing for a multi-day ultra trail race requires more than endurance. Unlike a single ultramarathon, stage races demand smart pacing, back-to-back recovery, nutrition strategy, mental resilience and flawless gear preparation. In this expert guide, experienced ultra runner Gareth Jones shares his most important multi-day ultramarathon training tips to help you prepare properly and avoid costly mistakes. If you’re wondering how to prepare for a multi-day ultra, this guide will give you practical, field-tested advice. 1. Forget Speed – Train for Sustainable Effort When training for a multi-day ultra trail, speed should not be your priority. “Multi-day races aren’t about racing anyone but yourself,” Gareth explains. “Your goal is survival and consistency.” In a stage race, energy management is everything. Running too fast on day one
Conquer New Zealand’s wilderness: the ultimate Tarawera Ultramarathon 2026 guide
The Tarawera Ultramarathon 2026 is not just another ultra on the calendar. It is a deep immersion into New Zealand’s wild heart, combining runnable forest trails, volcanic terrain, lakeside paths, and the unique Māori cultural backdrop that defines this event. For many international runners, Tarawera represents both an athletic challenge and a once-in-a-lifetime experience. This Tarawera Ultramarathon 2026 race guide is designed to help you understand the course, prepare the right strategy, and avoid common mistakes that can compromise your race in such a unique environment. What makes Tarawera Ultramarathon unique Tarawera stands out from many European and North American ultras for one key reason: it is relentlessly runnable. While elevation gain exists, the course rarely demands sustained technical climbing. Instead, it rewards efficiency, patience,