Angelique Tostee has 15 years of experience as a senior business analyst and project manager, with background in retail, financial services, and sports. In her free time, Angelique Tostee enjoys trail running and mountain biking.
In recent years, trail running has become an increasingly popular pastime, as it is mentally relaxing, provides multiple health benefits and provides an opportunity to enjoy our natural surroundings. Trail running often leads to fewer injuries because the trail surface tends to be softer than asphalt or concrete. A softer surface means a lower impact and stronger muscles, which provide more support and absorb more impact. Studies show that trail runners have an improved technique as the uneven terrain forces runners to take shorter and quicker strides while also landing on the forefoot rather than the heel. This technique requires less energy and also leads to a faster acceleration. Also, trail runners tend to breath in cleaner air in a more oxygen-rich environment and enjoy shade provided by tree coverage. Running on trails provides an opportunity to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of life and reconnect with the peace and tranquillity of nature.
In recent years, trail running has become an increasingly popular pastime, as it is mentally relaxing, provides multiple health benefits and provides an opportunity to enjoy our natural surroundings. Trail running often leads to fewer injuries because the trail surface tends to be softer than asphalt or concrete. A softer surface means a lower impact and stronger muscles, which provide more support and absorb more impact. Studies show that trail runners have an improved technique as the uneven terrain forces runners to take shorter and quicker strides while also landing on the forefoot rather than the heel. This technique requires less energy and also leads to a faster acceleration. Also, trail runners tend to breath in cleaner air in a more oxygen-rich environment and enjoy shade provided by tree coverage. Running on trails provides an opportunity to disconnect from the hustle and bustle of life and reconnect with the peace and tranquillity of nature.