Townshend Performance BLOG

Ultra runners don’t need gels — but they’re a powerful tool when paired with real food. From potatoes and wraps to homemade pouches inspired by baby-food prep, this guide explores how to fuel long days on the trails without wrecking your stomach. Learn what works, what doesn’t, and how to balance comfort with performance.

Off-road running reshapes every part of how you move, think and train. Hills demand strength, technique and judgement—yet give back confidence, resilience and long-term enjoyment. When you understand why the mountains change everything, you can train for decades of rewarding, sustainable running.

A clear, no-nonsense guide on why gentle stretching, mobility, and foam rolling matter after running, cycling, or strength training. Learn how fatigue makes tissues more vulnerable, why a calm cooldown protects muscles and tendons, and which key areas benefit most. Perfect for anyone wanting smarter, safer recovery and better movement for the next session.