THE ROAD RUNNER'S ESSENTIAL GUIDE TO BECOMING A TRAIL RUNNER

HONEST TIPS AND INSIGHTS FROM A FELLOW ADVENTURER

HELLO OUT THERE

I’m Elliot Matson. I live in Portland, Oregon, and am an avid adventurer and trail running enthusiast. I’ve run several ultramarathons and spend much of my time out in the wilderness.

WHAT THIS GUIDE IS

Honest, insightful and often humorous tips on how to get into trail running as a road runner—and fall in love with it! Find suggestions on hitting the trails, getting the right gear and some helpful exercises to incorporate into your workouts.

WHY YOU NEED IT

Getting into trail running can be an intimidating task. This guide is a positive approach to easing into it and having fun while doing it. It’s not a workout regimen or approach to running an ultra. It’s a guide to exploration and expanding your interests.

IN THIS GUIDE

HOT TAKES

Easy-to-follow tips and insights.

EXERCISE INSPO

Getting fit for the trails.

GEAR SUGGESTIONS

Getting fits for the trails.

SEE YOU OUT THERE