The Gerês Marathon 2025 is one of the most exciting trail running events in Portugal. Set in the heart of the Peneda-Gerês National Park, this race combines breathtaking landscapes with the challenge of mountain terrain. For many road runners, it is the perfect opportunity to take the leap into trail running and experience the unique […]
...In trail running, the final weeks before a big race can make the difference between feeling sharp on the start line or dragging heavy legs through the mountains. This phase, known as tapering trail running, is about carefully reducing training volume while keeping just enough intensity to stay fast, coordinated, and confident. Done right, tapering […]
...When you sign up for a coastal ultra like Cap de Creus, you quickly realize that the biggest challenges are not only the distance or the elevation gain. The constant exposure to sun, wind, and humidity can turn even the most experienced trail runner’s adventure into a real survival exercise. That is why having the […]
...Trail running training is a journey that requires much more than just running long distances. As a trail runner who has spent years preparing for races on rocky and demanding terrain, I have learned that success depends on a complete approach. Because the Guara Somontano Ultra is known for its dry conditions, sharp rocks, and […]
...Some journeys begin with a single step, others with a leap across borders and into the unknown. This is the story of Fatima Painda, a woman who fled Afghanistan as a child, carrying nothing but memories of her mountains. In the UK she rediscovered freedom through running, first on the track and then on the […]
...The Diagonale des Fous (literally, “Diagonal of the Mad”) is not just another ultra-trail race. For many runners, it represents the ultimate test of endurance, resilience, and mental toughness. Every October, the island of Réunion in the Indian Ocean transforms into a global stage where thousands of athletes attempt one of the hardest ultramarathons on […]
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