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A touch of adventure<\/span> accompanies you along the way. Up the mountain<\/span>, down to the stream, into the forest, across the suspension bridge, behind the waterfall<\/span> \u2013 trail<\/span> running<\/span> means experiencing nature in all its variety in SalzburgerLand. It is a holistic practice in mindfulness. This is because running<\/span> quickly up hill and down dale, moving on unsurfaced ground \u2013 are things that cause all the senses to be activated.\u00a0 In this way trail<\/span> running<\/span> invigorates the entire body, from tip to toe, and kick-starts the brain.<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s true that hiking<\/span> and yoga also do this. But everything happens much faster when running<\/span>. The speed itself is secondary when compared to running<\/span> on the road<\/span>. It\u2019s much more important not to risk putting a foot wrong. Concentration and coordination are particularly required. \u201cThe running pace<\/span> should always be suited to the surface and the condition of the individual,\u201d advises Michael Mayrhofer*, a running<\/span> and fitness professional<\/span> from Salzburg<\/span>.<\/span><\/p>\n

It\u2019s also not about the number of kilometres that are completed when trail<\/span> running<\/span>. It is the route profile that makes the trail<\/span> into the experience<\/span>. Because no route is comparable with another, and all territory<\/span> is different. The constant uniqueness of the surroundings is also motivating; it automatically lifts the mood.<\/span><\/p>\n

Fun and enjoyment whilst trail<\/span> running<\/span> also depend on having the right technique, which in turn minimises exertion<\/span>. The steps<\/span> should be shorter when going uphill. If it gets too steep, it may even be more efficient to switch to walking<\/span>. When going downhill<\/span>, it\u2019s important to properly \u201cread\u201d the terrain, in order<\/span> to be able to react in an anticipatory manner and adapt your running<\/span> accordingly. In concrete terms, this means that to take pressure away from the knee and hip joints, you shouldn\u2019t step<\/span> down with the heel but \u201cslide in\u201d to the step<\/span> with the forefoot.<\/span><\/p>\n

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(c) M. Marktl adidas infinite trails<\/p><\/div>\n

Then there\u2019s also the matter of equipment. \u201cAppropriate trail<\/span>\u2013running<\/span> shoes<\/span> with a good grip and corresponding sole<\/span> structure are very important in order<\/span> to reduce the risk of falling and hurting yourself,\u201d Michael Mayrhofer advises. It can\u2019t hurt to take a map of the area with you to make orientation easier. That\u2019s not only the case when you\u2019re out on your own, but also when you\u2019re taking part in one of the many trail-running events in SalzburgerLand. There is a varied range on offer that spans from smaller and shorter runs to extreme challenges such as the adidas Infinite Trails<\/span>, a two-day event for single ultrarunners and teams. There is something for all runners there. You will find an overview below. <\/span><\/p>\n

Regardless of whether it\u2019s during a competition, whilst training<\/span> or you\u2019re simply running<\/span> for pleasure, if you\u2019re planning to run over a longer distance through the wonderful mountainscape of SalzburgerLand, it\u2019s important to note that both calorie and fluid intake requirements increase in the Alpine mountain<\/span> air<\/span>, and that the weather can also be unpredictable. Therefore, a well-fitting<\/span>\u00a0running<\/span> backpack<\/span> is recommended. It should contain a running<\/span> jacket, overtrousers, a sufficiently charged mobile phone, perhaps a headlight, a small first aid kit<\/span>, and a litre of fluid as well as an energy bar or gel. That ensures that it\u2019s an adventure<\/span>. But safe.<\/span><\/p>\n

*\u00a0<\/span><\/strong> Mag. Michael Mayrhofer is a training<\/span> scientist, state-certified trainer, a lecturer at the University of Salzburg<\/span>, but above all a Health Improvement Coach who specialises in \u201cMedical Training<\/span> Therapy\u201d. It goes without saying that as founder of the Jogging<\/span>-Akademie he is also a running<\/span> coach.<\/span><\/p>\n

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(c) Christian Waldegger \u2013 adidas infinite trails<\/p><\/div>\n

TOP TRAIL-RUNNING EVENTS IN SALZBURGERLAND<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Events in 2026<\/strong><\/p>\n