EP 63: Trail Running 101

In this episode Andy and Crystal get the opportunity to talk to Sarah Lavender Smith and she answers listeners’ questions on trail running.  Sarah is a long-distance runner, coach, writer and mom of two teens. In 2017, she released her book, The Trail Runner's Companion: A Step-by-Step Guide to Trail Running and Racing, from 5Ks to Ultras.   Links from the episode: 4-Day San Juan Running Camp with Sarah More on Sarah’s coaching Sarah’s Blog post Lessons from Ultras that Help in Real-Life Struggles   Trail running topics we cover include: How to get started How to avoid falls Trail safety (watch out for any cows) Shoes Gear Fear of animals Injury prevention Getting faster Hill running Training when you don’t have easy access to trails What to eat Difference between road running and trail running culture Where to find Sarah: Website, Blog, Amazon, Facebook, Twitter, and Instagram Where to find Heartland Running: Website,  Facebook Group,  Instagram,  Strava Club Call or text us at 513-486-4636 Save 20% on SWORD Performance Products by using discount code:HEARTLANDRUNNER at checkout Check out Steve Durbin’s races at Durbin Race Management and use discount code HRP15 to save 15%. A special thank you goes out to The Ozark Mountain Daredevils for allowing us to use their music on the show.