The first is the difference between paved road and unpaved trail (mountain path). There is a huge appeal in running through trails where you can see a variety of scenery that is different from the one you can see on the road. Since it involves running on a rugged mountain path, attention must be paid to where and how you step on to prevent injuries such as sprains. It is good to prepare specially made shoes that match your feet. When you are going to run through nature, prior investigation and planning are more important than when you run on paved roads. In addition to physical condition management and weather forecasting, it is also necessary to wear clothing in anticipation of mountain weather that is prone to change, and prepare your supplies such as food and water. Furthermore, trail running courses are often overlapped with areas designated for the preservation of nature, such as national parks, so please do not run in places not along the designated course.

Yes, anyone who can hike may attempt this sport. The age of runners ranges from youngsters to seniors, and there are female runners as well. You can start by walking in the mountains and try running little by little. Choose to walk again if you feel too exhausted to run. Once you get used to running on mountain path, try attempting to finish a short course.

Yes, you may enter a competition. It is popular because you can aim for clear goals in terms of time and distance, and you can run with your friends. As the distance of the course varies depending on the competition, you should start with a short course. If you can reach the finish line, you can then attempt the longer course.