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Trail Walking and Running

Cardiovascular / Beginner

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  • 4.3 mi
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  • 4.3 mi
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Average Sitewide Trail Walking and Running Distance

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Average Male Trail Walking and Running Distance

  • 4.3 mi
    average distance
  • 4.3 mi
    best distance
  • 1
    times logged
  • #545
    popularity rank

Average Female Trail Walking and Running Distance

How to do Trail Walking and Running:

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trail walking and running is a cardiovascular exercise that primarily targets the quads and to a lesser degree also targets the calves, glutes and hamstrings ...more

trail walking and running is a cardiovascular exercise that primarily targets the quads and to a lesser degree also targets the calves, glutes and hamstrings.

Learning proper trail walking and running form is easy with the step by step trail walking and running instructions, trail walking and running tips, and the instructional trail walking and running technique video on this page. trail walking and running is a exercise for those with a beginner level of physical fitness and exercise experience. Watch the trail walking and running video, learn how to do the trail walking and running, and then be sure and browse through the trail walking and running workouts on our workout plans page!

Tips

  1. It is a good idea to invest in a decent pair of running shoes for trail walking, trail jogging, or trail running.
  2. If you are new at trail walking or trail running, start on an easy trail with even terrain.
  3. Keep your knees bent and shorten your stride when walking or running down hill to reduce risk of injury.
  4. Use headphones with appropriate music to motivate you.

Variations

  1. Try various trails with different terrain to keep your routine fresh and challenging.
  2. Walk or run with a partner to help set a pace.

Types

  • Force Type: N/A
  • Mechanics Type: Compound

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Tips

  1. It is a good idea to invest in a decent pair of running shoes for trail walking, trail jogging, or trail running.
  2. If you are new at trail walking or trail running, start on an easy trail with even terrain.
  3. Keep your knees bent and shorten your stride when walking or running down hill to reduce risk of injury.
  4. Use headphones with appropriate music to motivate you.

Variations

  1. Try various trails with different terrain to keep your routine fresh and challenging.
  2. Walk or run with a partner to help set a pace.

Types

  • Force Type: N/A
  • Mechanics Type: Compound