Birds chirp, sunlight filters through the trees, and a cool breeze hits you as you pick up the pace…When it comes to mood-boosting workouts, trail running is near the top of the list. From remote wilderness trails to the woodsy paths in your neighborhood park, trail running offers unique challenges for runners at every level. Before you leave the sidewalk behind, make sure your sneakers are up for the journey.
The key difference between running and trail running shoes is the type of running terrain they’re designed for. Imagine running on the road: For the most part, you can run in a straight line on an even surface for miles and miles. Now imagine hitting the trails: You’ll run into switchbacks, rocks, slopes, puddles, roots—the list goes on.
