Elite Runner Teaches Me to Bomb Down Technical Trails

Elite runner Vlad puts Chris to the test in a fun and slightly sketchy downhill running training session. Rather than going after an FKT himself, Vlad switches things up and coaches Chris down a steep, rocky and very technical descent to see if he can take the crown. Over a series of timed attempts, Vlad breaks down my downhill running technique and teaches the exact skills elite trail runners use to move fast on technical terrain. We cover line choice, flow, scanning ahead, cadence, fast feet, arm control, stability, commitment and how to use the terrain to manage speed. These are the fundamentals of confident and efficient downhill trail running, and they can make a huge difference to your speed and safety on the trails. If you have ever wondered how elite trail and ultra runners bomb down technical trails so smoothly, this video gives you a clear look inside the process. Whether you run singletrack, rocky descents, switchbacks or loose fire trails, these downhill running techniques will help you run faster and descend with more control. 📍Segment Featured: https://www.strava.com/segments/14575642 🤝 Sponsor Thanks to COROS for sponsoring this video. To learn more and grab your own APEX 4, head to: https://au.coros.com/apex4 Use the code RUNLAB for a free strap with any APEX 4 purchase. 📌 Chapters 00:00 Intro 01:04 First Attempt 01:48 Elite Tips on Line Choice and FLOW 03:19 Second Attempt 03:52 Elite Tips on Fast Feet and Body Positioning 05:06 Third Attempt 05:40 Our AWESOME Sponsor 06:16 Elite Tips on Committing to the Descent 07:20 Fourth Attempt 💀 08:27 FINAL ATTEMPT 09:21 Did he get the CROWN? 🎥 Related Videos Run Uphill for Longer: The UTMB-Winning Method: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LfuEJIu9q8o Are Poles the Secret Weapon You're Missing in Ultra Running? https://youtu.be/yHcQc63bpaU 🏔️ Follow Vlad Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/12387974 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/vlad_protrailrunner/ 🏃‍♂️ Follow Chris Strava: https://www.strava.com/athletes/28291087 Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/chrisbeavon/ 🎬 Follow RunLab Media Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/runlabmedia/ 📩 Business Inquiries info@runlab.media