Beginner Trail Running: How to train for a 25K race in 3 weeks

[@karleebladt]

Yay! Fitness Friday! I have missed your fitness Fridays. You are such an inspiration. Keep it up! Love watching you.

[@TonyRed549]

I was just thinking that! The Fitness Friday's really made me want to get moving!

[@jenmatt1923]

I agree! I enjoy them the most. I know all the food tips after a few years of watching. 😁

[@alexis_reloading6194]

I started doing the Couch to 10k app, I am currently at running 3.4 miles and it is insane how much my body can do now. I am not athletic by nature but running gives me piece of mind

[@mariam.1721]

I really admire people that can exercise consistently as a way of life. I've come to the conclusion it's not something I enjoy. Wish I was that personality type.

[@pattywilliams788]

Major congratulations to you (and Dave), Christine! That was awesome and I love seeing the whole family biking together. Scout is such cutie and a trooper, too. Thanks so much for sharing.

[@stacieward1557]

Love the fitness Friday videos! I also love your sunglasses!! Congrats on the race to you both!

[@kimbarbeaureads]

I love that you and Dave do these things together. I should marry a paramedic so I can go on a trail run. 😁

[@andriakeller523]

Oh my goodness, paramedic! 🤣🤣🤣 I need one just to hike! 😜

[@pianokey731]

Thank you for continuing to do Fitness Fridays! I love them! It's so great that you and Dave did this together!

[@joannaazar7396]

Your family is in amazing shape, very impressive. I love watching. LV. NewJersey 👍🏻👍🏻

[@starkillertoys1599]

You’ve just been getting stronger! Congrats Christine! You’re amazing 🧡

[@FrugalFitMom]

Thank you so much!!

[@starkillertoys1599]

😊 I love your fitness videos and can’t wait to see more. You are such an amazingly strong lady. Keep being amazing! You and your family are all wonderful people😘 I wish you the best of luck on the 70 mile bike race! I know you can do it! Go Christine!

[@angelashowsyou]

I did a half trail at Zion in early April. I can relate to how you're feeling. I've never done a trail half before. It was SO challenging. But beautiful. And I conquered it! Took a long time, but I also stopped for bathroom break, photo opps and I walked a lot too. YOU GOT THIS!!

[@FrugalFitMom]

I bet that was SO beautiful!

[@angelahawkins8069]

I just have to say it again...thank you Christine for being such an inspiration, and for being real, living a good healthy life, and feeling like the friend that you can't wait to see! Bless you and your family!

[@ChaoticAeris]

It's amazing what you can push your body to do. I hope to be doing long runs someday once I get my butt in gear. Good job on the race, and I'd happily watch you geek out over your new bike!

[@BillandKelleyAdventures]

I (Kelley) hike not run usually do around 12 to 14 miles. Our doodle pulls me the whole way. Your puppy is so cute. Congratulations on your 25k.

[@suzyrichins7958]

This is really inspiring. Well done! I missed your fitness Fridays!

[@marymarysmarket3508]

Wow...you..and your family...are really something else. Super impressive distance. You are always smiling, too.💥

[@itselsanichols]

Congrats! I am not a runner myself so the thought of running a 25k on a track is beyond me, much less a trail run.

[@cookshackcuisinista]

I admire athletes, but I don't understand them. I wish I had that urge inside of me.... Only took phys ed in high school because it was a required course and I just passed. Have never been physical other than for playing outside as a child! Walking now and again at my own pace!

[@rebekahbiever]

Loves this video! Please do more running/fitness videos on your channel. It makes me happy 😊

[@annswann1941]

You are an inspiration! I keep sending your videos to my daughter for financial and fitness inspo. Thank you sharing

[@msstraightupnochaser4836]

You (and Dave) ROCK!! Thanks for taking us along.❤

[@LJ-be3sm]

Well done! So cool that you raced with your hubby!

[@EvanescenceFreak22]

We definitely need the what's in my bag race day edition ! Loved this video ! Made me want to get out there and get determined. 👏👏👏 cheers from NYC !! ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@uzmaawahid]

Yay Christine you did it girl! You inspire me to be more active. Would love to get a bit more info about your new bike?

[@craftyShirleyG]

Great job. You should be proud of yourself that is a major accomplishment. Now I'm headed to Dave's channel to see more of you awesome people

[@lisastjohn3056]

Congratulations. You are an inspiration. So important to have a partner who cares about fitness

[@coutmae]

I've missed your fitness content. I'm glad to see it's back!

[@heathertaylor4884]

Absolutely love your fitness and adventure videos! Way to go!

[@psymompa]

You are awesome. The only time I ran was when I was in the Air Force and that was because I had too, ha! Love your grit and determination.

[@starkillertoys1599]

😊 I love your fitness videos and can’t wait to see more. You are such an amazingly strong lady. Keep being amazing! You and your family are all wonderful people😘 I wish you the best of luck on the 70 mile bike race! I know you can do it! GO CHRISTINE!!!!!!

[@sarahlopez80]

Bloody hell lady you are inspiring! Well done 🎉

[@nunusky3942]

I'm a good hiker I don't like running. I use to run track so I know how difficult it is to build the body up. Please rest and enjoy yourself. How exciting please keep us updated on this journey.

[@elizabethmaxwell2267]

Well done that’s amazing congratulations to you both.

[@emilykarls6698]

Nice work!!!! Trail running is a whole different beast than road running :)

[@FrugalFitMom]

I completely agree 😜

[@SwavyCurlyCourtney]

The DRONE FOOTAGE! *chef’s kiss*

[@kathleenlacelle6671]

Is there any chance you could do a video with Dave about how you keep your kids active and your fit lifestyle? I struggle with this because of our age gaps (our boys are 8, 4 and 1) and it's tough to find things we can all do. I also have fairly uncoordinated kids (but maybe that is a positive feedback loop with not pushing them). I also struggle with fear of them getting hurt because they are clumsy. Do you have tips for setting a better example and pushing through the fear of your kids getting badly hurt? I look up to you guys a lot. Your kids seem really healthy and happy and I want that for my kids too.

[@vlmellody51]

Congratulations on finishing your run! My biggest fairly recent accomplishment concerning my legs has been moving from needing a wheelchair full-time to only needing it sometimes when we go out. I haven't been able to run like that since 1971, when I was 12 years old. BTW: have you ever heard of the Barclay Marathon?

[@christineasby6790]

Congratulations Christine! Good job!

[@MelissaGrayum]

My husband is an ultra runner, it truly is incredible what the body can do. You got it girl!! 👏🏼

[@dancieteague6854]

You did awesome. I use to run cross country loved it. Practice was run 10 plus miles up and down winding roads. Congrats

[@heidijenkins4968]

Yay! I have missed these fitness videos.

[@justplaintara9028]

I really don't know why I watch you. I can hardly walk 100 yards let alone run. You are a superwoman! (I'm just glad you're funny)

[@elizabethloper1870]

I have my first ultra endurance gravel bike race for this year tomorrow. It's 110 miles. I'm so ready and excited!

[@FrugalFitMom]

That’s amazing!

[@otter930]

When you're going on longer distance runs like this race, what do you carry with you and how do you do it? You are an inspiration!

[@pacempire5046]

Amazing inspiration, thank you!

[@randijohnson3806]

I have recently picked up running again, I have been doing crossfit more or less exclusively the last 4 years. Trying to get my mile times lower now, but I did my first 5k it quite some time about a week ago! I've started using playlists based based on the beats per minute to keep my pace, and it's working so well to help me go faster.

[@jenniferbeeman3737]

Such a good job! And beautiful views

[@crybebebunny]

Super Hero MoM ! Congratulations !!☆!☆!☆!☆!

[@adriennedull332]

You're amazing! I'm trying to get inspired to get back into training.... the pandemic totally derailed me and I'm just not feeling motivated to get back, yet..... but I am thinking and trying to...

[@glendacorr8556]

Congrats on finishing your race, it must have been rewarding to you.

[@intuitive_duck]

I’m so inspired by you!! I’m an obese woman who was raised in an obese household, I really want to change that for my babies. Seeing your family have so much fun makes me want to do it too. 😊

[@cynthiagilbert]

Congratulations to you both Awesomeness 🎈🍾🎊🎉

[@lorettauppercue6400]

Congrats on your amazing accomplishment

[@samjam1859]

You got this! You're amazing!

[@donnamullins2089]

You are amazing. Congrats. Well done.

[@monicahumphrey5621]

That was awesome! Way to go!

[@jenniferwinsor7740]

I watched to the end. Great job!

[@kathleenbolanos]

Yayy fitness friday! And a trail run!!!! Eeeck!

[@bree4174]

My neighbor has just done her 2nd 100 mile race so far this year. It blows my mind. I can't even run a mile. How does not every little thing on the body just hurt. Inspiring!

[@homestatzfarmher8919]

Please tell me more about your full suspension bike! I have a hard tail, but my husband has the full suspension. I come from a road/tri background, so mtb is more of a hobby (I am a big chicken descending), but it’s super fun! Love all of the race/training footage!

[@FrugalFitMom]

I have the Scott Genius which has a suspension lock out on the handle bars for climbing and you can quickly switch to full suspension for the descent. It just ROLLS over obstacles and it's so smooth. My hardtail was very jarring to ride any bumps.

[@brandi1719]

Congrats💪💛🌻

[@carolwalters4953]

Beautiful scenery

[@stacyrussell460]

Wow!! Fantastic job!! I'd attempt it if I got to see those amazing views as well.

[@stephanielibby3240]

Loved the fitness vlog.

[@marceitamartin8279]

Congratulations

[@oliviagreen8853]

I love trail running! In July I have a trail half marathon and two weeks after that a 12 hour ultra trail run haha I’m a little crazy 🤣

[@capecodder8655]

Wow!!! Great job!!

[@maryjohnson2k15]

Love running video!!

[@FrugalFitMom]

Thank you!

[@maryjohnson2k15]

@@FrugalFitMom on my way to go watch Dave's video now. ❤

[@tonipancoast5491]

Please make your new merch say "the downhill always makes the climb worth it" ❤️❤️❤️

[@anastasiab5980]

Congratulations 👏 👏 👏

[@dmh]

That’s awesome!! I’m doing a 50k race with 7200ft of elevation gain in two weeks. 😱 Will channel your energy to get me through it (longest training run has been only 32km. Ugh)

[@FrugalFitMom]

Wow!!! That’s amazing!

[@Greens5511]

U r all AMAZING!!!👍👍

[@lorenalopez-re4cb]

Wow fitness goals for sure and here I am training for a lil 5k 😉

[@allinotte4263]

Great job 👏🏻

[@cindydaniel6125]

Congrats

[@lisanemeth2254]

What???? Snow in May??? That scenery is spectacular but girl do you ever get heat?

[@FrugalFitMom]

Maybe once in July. HA!

[@aprilok440]

It was snow flurries this morning.I live in Pocatello Idaho.like she she said we could get some snow in July.

[@nikkib9904]

The body achieves what the mind believes...what region are you in? It looks stunning take care guys x

[@ndickie]

signed up for a 25K trail in SE Asia rain forest mountain, it's in 2 days, only done 12K....not sure what I've got myself into...

[@carolwalters4953]

Looks amazing

[@CookiesandBacon22]

What type of mountain bike do you have? I’m interested in getting one and thought I’d ask you first.

[@ydoowj]

Your arms and legs are looking jacked!

[@HighlyKhoalified]

i love your vlogs!

[@julieridenhour545]

Good luck.

[@kimeverhart6253]

Christine! You and Dave are so inspiring!! 🤩 Congratulations on a well run race!! Please tell me, what kind of shoes do you wear for trail running?? Thanks!

[@FrugalFitMom]

Our shoes are linked in the description!

[@kimeverhart6253]

@@FrugalFitMom , thanks Christine! I just bought some Brooks trail running shoes!! I’m so excited!! ( of course, I’ll be walking, but NOT falling!! 😂 Maybe, I’ll work up to some running, hopefully!!)

[@sarahshort2911]

I never got into running but I want to!

[@liliamrodriguez3020]

Great video

[@nicholebarnett9306]

I think you need to find more "fun" things to do!! Lol.. you do you girl!!🤣

[@juliet6101]

Wonderful 👍 👍

[@liz83lds]

Whats your favorite shoes? What shoes did u wear?

[@suenewson997]

You rock girl x 🇬🇧

[@katieshaw6693]

I enjoy your videos. What state do you live in?

[@RedZerstorer]

Nicely done So tell me full suspencion mountain bike. Any specificic brand you switch to?? I wanna upgrade mine to one but lost in what to look for.

[@ambernible9760]

Was this Robbie Creek?

[@dianajogvansdottirhansen6461]

Congrats Christine !! Im so motivated to go trail running. Only ever done rode running. So my plan is to go my first trail run this weekend. What shoes do you recomend ?

[@angiegibson3092]

I’m love watching your videos they are my favorite, I’m trying to lose weight and get in shape do you drink lots of water

[@mypet7p9]

Your a go getter and what counts is your wiling to challenge the course good luck

[@puddlesplasher7]

Yo what is your new bike? I used to race bikes and work in bike shops, fell out of it for 10 years, now want to get back in with a new bike. I had full sus in past and will want that again lol... I'm small 5'... so I used a smaller travel xc race bike on all mountain stuff with no issues lol ... I even did downhill on this in collegiate omnium lol

[@fyrelily8]

Good morning!

[@cookinthekitchen]

Could you maybe tell us how you fuel up for a race like this

[@FrugalFitMom]

Carbs, carbs, and more carbs.

[@jenniferwinsor7740]

Christine, the old, wiser and more viewer that I am, is trying desperately to keep from offering unsolicited advice about overtraining. Despite that I do enjoy your videos. Take it easy.

[@FrugalFitMom]

Don't worry, I've been training for endurance races for over 12 years now and take the appropriate rest. Thank you for your comment!

[@aprilok440]

I was wondering what type trails you would suggest for someone who wants to get into hiking more.I will be bringing my kids with me.they are 7 and a almost 10 year old.I live in Pocatello.if that helps you out any

[@FrugalFitMom]

City Creek Trails are excellent! Tons of options for all ages and ability levels.

[@aprilok440]

@@FrugalFitMom thank you

[@atdepaulis]

Oh my gosh:.. I wish I could run 10 miles haha I definitely would be much thinner haha but my back issues do not allow me to run… the effects of hitting the ground as it does when running makes me not able to walk for day… but I guess I should try to walk 10 miles since I can walk… but dang that would take 3 hours haha