Promoting the use of trails for Running, Biking and hiking to help with mental and physical wellbeing.
Recipes
NUTRITION FOR THE TRAILS:
This is excellent for breakfast. A snack on the run or when you just have a craving for something sweet.
Microwave chocolate protein and rice bowl
An excellent snack after a gym workout to help with recovery, or an afternoon snack between meals, when you feel hungry but don't have the time to prepare a proper meal.
This recipe is made in the microwave in 1 bowl. Quick, easy and healthy.
Trail Therapy: Embrace Nature and Conquer Your Worries!
Do you find yourself hesitating to step outside due to nervousness or worry? Or are you just not sure where to start when it comes to exploring the trails? Fear not, for trail therapy is here to soothe your soul and dispel your apprehensions. Unravel the delightful benefits of trails and learn how to embark on a relaxed and safe outdoor adventure.
Healing Power of Trails: Trails are more than just paths; they are gateways to rejuvenation and tranquility. Nature's therapeutic embrace can reduce stress, boost your mood, and elevate your overall well-being. The great outdoors holds the key to inner peace.
Start Small, Feel Big: Begin your trail journey with ease by opting for well-marked and popular routes. Choose trails suitable for your comfort level and duration preferences. Starting small allows you to build confidence and gradually embrace more challenging paths.
Seek a Trail Buddy: Embarking on this journey with a friend can make it doubly enjoyable and reassuring. Share your worries and aspirations with a close companion who can be your trail buddy. Together, you'll conquer uncertainties and create cherished memories.
Nature's Bounty: Trails unveil nature's breathtaking beauty, with lush greenery, majestic mountains, and calming water bodies. Immerse yourself in these scenic wonders, and feel your worries melt away as you savor the wonders of the natural world.
Present-Moment Bliss: Let the trail be your sanctuary of mindfulness. As you travel, focus on the present moment - the rustling leaves, the chirping birds, and the gentle breeze. Absorb the simple pleasures of the outdoors to find inner peace.
Equipped and Prepared: Boost your confidence by coming prepared for your trail exploration. Wear comfortable attire and sturdy footwear. Carry essentials like water, snacks, a map, and a fully charged phone for added security.
Progress at Your Pace: Remember, the journey is yours to savor. Progress at your own pace, celebrate each step or push of the peddle, and relish the moments of self-discovery. Trails are a canvas for growth and personal triumphs.
Embrace trail therapy, and unlock a world of comfort, courage, and contentment. Nature holds the remedy for your worries, and the trails are your gateway to tranquility. Take that first step and relish the outdoors' embrace. 🌿🚶♂️
#TrailTherapy #EmbraceNatureNow
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Strategies to Improve Performance on the Trails: Unlocking Your Full Potential.
This article emphasizes the importance of nutrition and sleep in optimizing trail performance. While training and physical conditioning are crucial, nutrition and sleep are often overlooked factors that significantly impact performance on the trails.
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In conclusion, to maximize trail performance, a comprehensive approach is necessary, including attention to nutrition and sleep. Proper nutrition fuels the body, aids in muscle repair, and supports overall health. Quality sleep promotes recovery, mental clarity, and injury prevention. By considering these often overlooked factors, trail enthusiasts can unlock their full potential.
For more detail about the importance of nutrition and sleep see my blog titled: The Crucial Role of Nutrition and Sleep in Trail Performance.
What is a trail when we are talking run, bike and hike?
A trail is generally any path that is not made of a tarmac or smooth concrete. A path or track that is typically narrow and designated for walking, hiking, biking, or other recreational activities. Trails are often found in natural or outdoor settings such as forests, mountains, parks, or wilderness areas, although they can also be constructed in urban areas. Local parks often have tarmac paths through grasslands. So move onto the grass. That's a trail surface. Trails may be marked or unmarked, and they can vary in length and difficulty level. They are commonly used for recreational purposes, exercise, exploration of nature, and enjoying outdoor activities. Trails can provide access to scenic views, landmarks, wildlife, and other points of interest. Some trails are part of a larger network, such as a trail system or a long-distance trail that spans multiple regions or countries.
Remember. The important thing is we get out there and enjoy the trails at what ever pace or capacity that suits.
A STUNNING COASTAL ROUTE IN THE SCOTTISH BORDERS
Pease Bay Leisure Park, Cockburnspath, out towards Torness power station and back again.
This is a hilly route. Part road and part trail. Verry narrow in places and if doing it an a bike you will certainly have to lift the bike up and over obstacles in places. But some stunning views and very rewarding.
PRO TIPS
When you start on the trails get an app on your phone or a watch to record your progress.
It is great to look back and realise how much you have improved.
Always carry a map!
More important. Know how to read it!
Click here for a great introduction to map reading from OS Maps website.
Warm Up
Work Out
Cool Down
Correct nutrition before the trails is so important.
Take it easy for the first 10 minutes of your trail a a warm up.
Pace your workout to make sure you can get to the end.
Correct stretching and a good cool down routines are important. They will help you to get the most out of your trails and improve your endurance. Correct nutrition is also very important for recovery
When on the trails please remember
There's no need to fight over the trails. Just be sure to be courteous to each other and share the space. And most importantly, have fun!
Yield to uphill traffic.
Be aware of your surroundings and be on the lookout for other trail users.
Be respectful of nature and leave no trace.
Be aware of any signage on the trails and please follow their direction / advice.
Motivation
Remember: When on the trails…
Be realistic.
It it is better to get home wishing you had done more than getting home and never wanting to go out again!