The Five Most Read Trail Runner Articles in November 2022
Curious what's trending? Here were the five most popular Trail Runner articles last month.
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1. 12-Week Intermediate/Advanced Base-Building Training Plan
by David Roche
Long-term fitness growth relies on aerobic development, and focused base periods are an opportunity to lay the groundwork for breakthroughs. This 12-week plan builds training volume while developing top-end speed. Breakthroughs await.

2. Trail Runner’s Gift Guide: Best Trail Running Shoes 2022
by The Editors at Trail Runner
Bring a smile to the face of your favorite trail runner this year with a pair of our favorite trail running shoes from 2022.

3. An Open Letter to the Trail and Ultra Community From Non-Binary Athletes
by Multiple Authors
On November 14th, a coalition of non-binary athletes published an open letter to the trail and ultra-running community to take steps in greater inclusivity.

4. Why Running at Night Feels Harder
by: Alex Hutchinson
How well you can see your surroundings matters, but subtle gait changes also burn more energy.

5. ‘Allie Mac’ Wins World Championship, Leads Team USA to Gold
by Brian Metzler
Joe Gray finishes 6th as U.S. men place fourth.