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Trail Running: Tips and Techniques for Elevation

1,490 views · Published 25 October 2017 · 0:28 · Indexed 12 November 2026

Channel: DICK'S · 2017 · Sports

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The art of trail running allows you to challenge yourself by tackling tough landscapes as you cut through the natural beauty of the outdoors. On the trail, you will undoubtedly come upon some uphill climbs, and knowing the right techniques to conquer elevation can help you push yourself to newfound heights.

When facing steep hills on your run, it pays to have a plan in place to help efficiently conserve your energy for future challenges along the path. Director of Toughness at Columbia Sportswear Faith Briggs has two tactics she recommends for approaching those daunting climbs.

To crush your goal and keep moving forward, Briggs recommends either using trekking poles or employing a technique known as power hiking. This tactic calls for you to put your hands on your thighs and distribute your energy by using your arms as an extension of your legs on the way up. Power hiking can help take some of the strain off of your legs and help you recharge for the next obstacle.

Briggs adds that you should not be afraid to walk or slow your pace when trail running, either. Not having to run the entire time is one of the beauties of the activity and that even the pros are walking on the uphill.

Take power hiking at your own pace and it can help you conserve some energy for later in your run. Try this trick out on your next excursion to make that uphill battle a bit easier. 

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