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**Workout Wednesday ⚡🐶💥**

Mari is mixing strength training with a little canine assistance this week! 😄

Introducing the **"Kettlebell Drake Squat"** — where Drake steps in as the weight of choice while Mari works on squats to build lower-body strength and stability. 🐾🏃‍♀️

Strong quads, glutes, and core help power climbs, improve endurance, and keep you moving strong on the trails.

Bonus points if your workout partner has four legs. 🐶🌿

👉 Would your dog make a good workout partner? Tell us their name below 👇

**Trail Tip Tuesday 🌿⚡**

Overgrown trails can hide rocks, roots, and uneven footing, so don’t be afraid to slow down and stay alert. 👀🏃‍♂️

Keep your eyes a few steps ahead, shorten your stride, and use your arms for balance when the trail gets tight. A little extra caution can go a long way. 💥

Remember: the goal isn’t just to move fast — it’s to move smart and keep the adventure going. 🌲

👉 What’s the most challenging trail condition you’ve had to run through? Overgrown trails, mud, rocks, or creek crossings? Tell us below 👇

**Workout Wednesday ⚡💥**

Mari is back with another **Swiss Ball core workout**! 🌿🏃‍♀️

This week’s exercise starts with the ball between your feet, then you pass it to your hands and bring it overhead while lying on the floor. It’s a simple movement that challenges your **core strength, coordination, and control**.

A strong core helps you stay stable, efficient, and powerful whether you’re climbing, descending, or grinding out the final miles. 💪⚡

👉 Core workouts: love them or survive them? Let us know below 👇

**Trail Tip Tuesday ⚡🌿**

This week, Josh talks about one of the biggest differences on the trail: **smooth vs. technical terrain**. 🏃‍♂️⛰️

Smooth trails let you settle into a rhythm and focus on pace. Technical trails demand more attention, balance, and foot placement.

The key? Adjust your effort to the terrain. Don't chase the same pace everywhere — run the trail that's in front of you. 💥

Smart trail runners know that efficiency beats speed when the terrain gets tough.

👉 Which do you prefer: smooth flowy trails or rocky technical terrain? Drop your answer below 👇

🏔️ Technical
🌲 Smooth

**Featured Friday 🎙️🔥 (Part 2)**

In Part 2 of our conversation, Trail Gains Brand Ambassador **Bailey** shares her advice for anyone getting started with **marathons, triathlons, or trail running**. 🏃‍♀️💥

Her biggest tips?
💪 Don't skip strength training.
🍽️ Make sure you're eating enough to fuel your runs and recovery.

Building strength and properly fueling your body can make a huge difference in helping you stay healthy, perform better, and enjoy the journey. 🌿

Bailey also shares how she incorporates the **Trail Gains Endurance Stack** and **Electrolytes** into her routine to support hydration and training throughout the week. ⚡💧

👉 What's one thing you've learned that improved your training? Share it below 👇

**Workout Wednesday ⚡🐶**

Mari is back with another **Swiss Ball exercise** — this time focusing on **Hamstring Curls** to build stronger hamstrings, glutes, and core stability. 💥🏃‍♀️

And making a special guest appearance... **Drake** 🐾 who clearly wanted to be part of today's workout! 😄

Strong hamstrings help support powerful strides, better stability, and stronger running on the trails. 🌿

👉 Does your pet ever join your workouts? Share a 🐶 or 🐱 below 👇

**Trail Tip Tuesday ⚡🍕🏃‍♂️**

Josh's tip this week: **Don't try anything new the night before a race or long trail run.**

Why? Because Josh decided to test out a new pizza spot... and let's just say it's not sitting too nicely with him right now. 😅

Race week is not the time to get adventurous with food. Stick with what you know works, so your stomach isn't the one calling the shots on race day. 💥

Train hard. Fuel smart. Learn from Josh's mistakes. 😂

👉 What's the biggest race-day mistake you've ever made? Share it below 👇