Tag: CorsaInMontagna

Eccentric training for trail running: how to protect your quadriceps and knees on long runs

Written by Marco Mori on 8 April 2026. Posted in Training.

In trail running, descents represent one of the most underestimated yet demanding challenges for the body. While climbs test the cardiovascular system and muscular strength, descents place intense...

Coordination drills to improve speed in trail running

Written by admin on 25 March 2026. Posted in Training.

In trail running, speed is not determined solely by aerobic capacity or muscular strength. When the terrain becomes technical, uneven and unpredictable, more subtle and sophisticated skills come...

How to read an elevation profile and prepare for trail races

Written by admin on 2 March 2026. Posted in Training.

In trail running, it’s not just about distance: it’s about terrain, elevation gain, effort distribution and above all, the ability to anticipate what the course will demand by reading the elevation...

The best ultra trail running shoes for 2026

Written by Marco Mori on 18 February 2026. Posted in Products and Gear.

Ultra trail running is a discipline that challenges both body and mind over extreme distances, generally ranging from 45 to 167 km, often on highly variable terrain and with elevation gains...

Trail Runner on top of one peak of Tor Des Geants

TOR DES GEANTS, SWISS PEAKS, PTL: ENDURANCE TRAINING AND RACE GUIDE (2026)

Written by Cristina Tasselli on 26 January 2026. Posted in Training.

If you are participating or thinking of participating in a TOR des Geants, Swiss Peaks, PTL or any other Endurance Ultra Trail race, in 2026 this guide is what you need! You will find dozens of...

Injuries in trail running, comprehensive guide to prevention, treatment and rehabilitation

Trail Running injuries: a comprehensive guide to preventing, recognising and recovering from injuries

Written by Marco Mori on 5 December 2025. Posted in Injuries and Wellness.

This article explores how trail running’s variable terrain increases injury risks compared to road running. It emphasizes that prevention — through functional strength, gradual load progression,...

Trail running cramps: prevention, management and recovery

Written by Marco Mori on 4 December 2025. Posted in Training.

Muscle cramps are every runner’s nightmare, especially for those who venture onto the trails of trail running. Those sudden, involuntary and extremely painful contractions of the skeletal muscle...