You will never forget your first time

A very exciting morning out on the trails…several runners in our group lost their Incline virginity! I love introducing runners to new trails, especially the steep ones. Incline is a bit of a legend in Maple Ridge. It’s only 1.2km in length but the name speaks for itself, it is an uphill grind that will leave your calves screaming and your heart beating out of your mouth.

As with any new experience, tackling Incline comes with some pretty high expectations and worries…Am I ready for it? Will it hurt? How will I do? Will I make it to the top? It can be quite overwhelming. But by taking the proper precautions like physically and mentally preparing yourself, bringing water, and doing it with someone who has done it before will make the experience that much more pleasurable.