STUFFMOUNTAIN

Trailguides have a number of new publications planned for 2009 that are aimed at the fell and trail runner . As a continuation of their "Coaching Off-Road Running" series two new booklets will be released during the course of the year, "Speed Training for Off-Road Runners" during summer and "Strength and Conditioning for Off-Road Runners" towards the end of the year. Speed Training as the title suggests will cover all aspects of improving a runner's speed from the principles of why speed sessions work to how to construct a speed session and just as importantly how to balance a speed session to suit the specific needs of the fell and trail runner. As well as the theoretical aspects of this type of training the text will also cover practical examples and will include the outline of a number of suitable sessions that will put the buzz into your running. Strength and Conditioning will come into its own during the winter months when the hard work starts in ...

I will publish on the blog regular product tests, this one appeared in Durham Fell Runners Quarter 1 2009 Newsletter. RAIDLIGHT – Trailrunner Short Sleeve Shirt This top has a nice feel, looks good and comes in a variety of colours. A three fabric construction, mesh for ventilation, stretch for fit and breathable for performance. Four pockets, one of which I would like to have seen which a fixed closer to keep for example a key in. The pockets are easily accessible, with or without a bumbag, but with a back pack totally inaccessible. This top is at home on long runs in hotter climbs or UK summer. Strange fit as I took a large and I am a standard medium. The collar annoyingly ‘flops’, possibly Raidlight should consider using the mesh fabric on the outside to give it more stability. Small issues really, as this technical top is good to run in, performs well keeping you dry and cool, has a very good price tag and still after many outings looks new. Can be purchased at Track n Terrain for...

“Terrain Training for Off-Road Runners” the latest publication in the series of coaching books specifically aimed at the fell and trail runner by the Darlington-based publisher Trailguides, is proving to be a hit with runners across the country. Over the last three years this expanding range of books has been highly acclaimed and received rave reviews from the governing bodies of fell, hill and trail running in England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland with the biggest specialist magazine The Fellrunner even calling these books “unique”. Spokesperson for Trailguides, Lyn Shevels, said “It’s a little bit ironic really, the North East has never really been a traditional hotbed of fell running such as the Lakes, Lancashire and parts of Yorkshire and yet here we are producing instructional books on the sport that are rapidly gaining an excellent reputation with a firm following. Part of that is due to the knowledge and skill developed over the years by the two writers, Stuart Ferguson and Keven...

A regular question. So where does STUFFMOUNTAIN come from ? STU art F erguson F elland MOUNTAIN .

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Review in November TRA Newsletter. This book is one of a series of Guides in the course of publication by Trailguides. The author is a UK Athletics coach specialising in endurance running in the fells and mountains. It's an interesting read for trail runners, particularly those who tend to stray off the trails and out into the open countryside. How many of us understand fully the nature of the flexible running style we should adopt to cope with the enormous variety of conditions underfoot that will be encountered ? This book offers guidance on how we can run more effectively and minimise the risk of injury on a variety of treacherous surfaces. There is also advice on how to strengthen one's legs and ankles to cope with the stresses imposed by varied terrains. The book should be of particular use to someone starting out on off-road running. It is the distillation of a lifetime's experience. Even an old hand like myself found it helpful to have such good sense so clearly expr...

To be able to run more confidently and smoothing, and knowing what hazards to expect ,through diverse range of terrain will only help the enjoyment over the run but also to conserve valuable energy. Being able to understand the aspects that various types of terrain has on your running style and being able condition the body both physically and mentally only helps towards a safe traverse. Our terrain and environment is precious – so look to protect by running sensibly and taking heed to all environmental codes of conduct. On your next run off road you will now look at your environment with a different perspective Published Summer 2008 and available from a number of outlets or on line from www.trailguides.co.uk .