SportsShoes.com interviews mindful ultra-runner, Dan Lawson. Read the full interview now.

Trail running involves heading off-tarmac into natural environments such as woods or meadows and can offer a markedly improved sense of tranquility and clarity of mind.

Trail running means great scenery and a mental boost, but also has excellent physical benefits which can help boost fitness and performance

SportsShoes surveyed 4904 runners, including treadmill (gym) runners, road runners and off-road (trail) runners, on the physical and mental benefits of running.