Event Information
Want to try mountain running? This event is led by Saki Nakamura, senior instructor with Aspen. Saki is one of the best female ultra-marathon runners in Scotland and a big enthusiast for mountain running. The aim is to introduce participants to mountain running and all that it entails, in terms of kit and equipment, pacing, and running technique. Generally, the uphills are walked up and the flats and descents are run. The course is suited to runners who are used to distances of 15-20km.
What to expect?
- Guidance on what to take
- Pace setting by Saki, walking the uphills and running the flats, and most of the downhills
- Rolling mountain terrain with a mixture of stony, grassy, and mossy terrain.
- Advice on nutrition
- Advice on running technique. Some guidance in this video!
Depending on the weather, Saki will aim to guide you around the four Glen Lyon Munros. A distance of 17.5km and 1330m ascent.
Kit and Equipment - What to bring?
Please bring the following:
- Hill running trainers, something with lots of grip. Something like the Innov8 Mudtalon with big rubber studs
- Small rucksack (e.g. 5 to 10 litres)
- Waterproof top and bottom
- Hat and gloves
- Warm layer (e.g. lightweight down jacket, easily packable)
- Food and water
- Leggings and running top
- Suncream, depending on the weather forecast
