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Does Trail Running Build Muscle?

Trail Running Build Muscle

When you think of training that builds muscle, running might not be the first exercise that comes to mind. However, trail running helps build muscle in a multitude of ways and is one of the most effective ways to build strong legs and define your abdominal muscles.

Below, we will go over all the ways that trail running will help build your muscles and get you ripped! Keep in mind that everyone’s bodies are different and build muscle in unique ways. However, trail running is still a great way for everyone to exercise and get strong!

How Does Trail Running Build Muscle?

If you’ve ever done any sort of running training, you probably know that it can do amazing things for your legs. Trail running takes this type of exercise to the next level with obstacle-like terrain and steep inclines. But if you think running on a flat surface is hard work, running on a trail is a next-level workout.


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Jordan

I have been a lifelong fitness student and enthusiast ever since winning the gold at conference in the 100 butterfly and 200 IM back in my “glory days.” I am also a writer and the marketing wizard here at My Top Fitness. I have an ever-growing list of interests, including swimming, running, golf, bowling, speedcubing, speed running (old Nintendo games), locksport, cooking, chess, tournament poker, fishing, hiking, camping, and sleight of hand, just to name a few. On some platforms, you can find me as the self-appointed “Jack of all Hobbies” I am a proud husband and father of 2 children, a.k.a. gremlins, and I am super excited to help as many people as possible on their individual fitness journeys.