Trail Culture

Author: Emily Robertson

Welcome to Trail Culture, the podcast set against the stunning backdrop of the mountains in the Jonkershoek Valley. The mission is to share stories, research, and insights sourced from the wealth of knowledge within the trail running community, spanning both South Africa and the wider world.Trail Culture explores the heart of trail running and outdoor adventure. From interviews with coaches, athletes, and researchers to discussions on training tips, gear recommendations, and tales of triumph, our podcast covers all aspects of this great sport.Every trail has a unique story to tell. Whether you're a seasoned trail runner, a nature enthusiast, or simply curious about the world of outdoor sports, "Trail Culture" has something for you.So, come along as we venture through the Jonkershoek Valley and beyond, guided by the stories we find along the way. Lace up your shoes, tune in, and embark on a journey of inspiration and exploration.
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Genres: Fitness, Health & Fitness, Running, Sports

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Trail Science: Physiological durability in trail runners | Simon de Waal
Friday, 17 April, 2026

The topic of this weeks trail science episode 💭 Simon de Waal & I sat down to discuss durability in our sport. Should trail runners focus on developing resilience & how does that happen? 📈 Think UTMB, two victors, one coach & a whole lot of weighted vest sessions 🏆 this is what got us thinking about the concept durability within our sport & do we test under conditions of real fatigue?Chapter Markers: 0:00 - Welcome & catch up - the arc of attrition 09:25 - Scientists who run - what we learn from doing the thing 13:18 - Research - what is Dr de Waal immersed in currently? 16:04 - The 4th dimension - physiological resilience and endurance sport 25:04 - Fatigue narratives - physiological fatigue resilience vs mechanical fatigue resilience32:38 - General to specific - Where to start with building your base/making these gains 47:19 - Current research - gaps in study design and what can we hope to see in the future51:45 - Uphill running capacity - the metabolic cost of uphill running 55:04 - Further exploration - better research design 01:01:40 - Closing remarks