The difference between off-road running and trail running is really that trail running may include a short section of road that leads to the trail and the trail itself is not intensively hilly. Off-road running is the hillier stuff and is also known as fell running. It's common sense to know that you should give these things a go before kitting yourself out fully just in case you don't like it. Once you know you want to continue it's then important to get the proper kit in order to protect yourself from the elements but more importantly to avoid injury...
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Off-Road and Trail running
Posted on 29 Apr 2010Run4It Sponsor Scottish Hill Runners for 2010
Posted on 2 Dec 2009Run4It are pleased to announce their support of [Scottish Hill Runners] [1] (SHR) by way of a sponsorship package for 2010. It is envisaged that the deal will continue for at least 2 further years thereafter. Although a key part of the package relates to sponsorship of the annual SHR Championship, the wider ethos is to support and develop hill running in Scotland at all levels (including juniors) and raise its profile generally within the running sector.
Mud, Sweat and Tears
Posted on 23 Nov 2009It's that time of year when the cold fingers of winter wrap themselves around our legs as we run headlong into wind and hail. For some this is a time to head for the gym or contemplate hibernation, but for others it's a time that puts a spring in their step; a time to awaken the senses and revel in nature's test of their mettle; a time for heading to the hills and playing in the dirt...
Off-road running - getting started
Posted on 2 Jul 2009Have you daydreaming of a new challenge? If the answer is yes then off-road running may well be for you… and it’s easier than you might think….!
Favourite Run - Monks Rigg, Ninemileburn nr Edinburgh
Posted on 17 Nov 2008A fabulous run in the Pentlands near Edinburgh. This run is approximately 3.5 miles in distance
Winter Fit - Don't Stop Running
Posted on 17 Oct 2008Running is great for you mind and body all-year-round. But during the colder, darker winter months it has even more benefits.
Your Favourite Runs
Posted on 15 May 2008Run 4 It customers Fi Russell and Vik Adam tell us their favorite run. What's yours?
Q+A with Angela Mudge
Posted on 14 May 2008Former World Champion hill runner answers questions and gives some tips.
Q+A with William Sichel
Posted on 14 May 2008Scottish ultra distance champion William Sichel tells us about his first memories of running, his greatest successes, his motivation and his tops tips for training. Plus a great deal more.