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With the support of Merrell we offer six $500 grants to women who want to chase their dream trail run adventure!

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Trail Sisters’ mission is to increase women’s participation and opportunity in trail running through inspiration, education and empowerment.

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Featured Articles

7 Reasons Why Working with a Coach Isn’t Just for Elites

Ana Hinz December 5, 2019

For the longest time I thought working with a coach was for “real” athletes, not a middle-of-the-pack runner like myself.

A Recipe for Confidence

Jenni Hulburt December 4, 2019

I was in the middle of hill repeats and had been feeling pretty low. My motivation for running was in a slump, even though I was training for an upcoming race.

Defined by Experience, not Results

Jill Sudhoff-Guerin December 3, 2019

One week out from my first 50 mile attempt and I still wasn’t over the annoying itch on the back of my arm where a wasp had stung me on the course. I also wasn’t over the sting of not finishing the race.

Holiday Gift Guide

Heidi Kumm November 27, 2019

‘Tis the season of gift-giving…to family, friends, running buddies and yourself! We have spent the year reviewing amazing running gear and adventure essentials, so it only felt right to bring together some of our favorites in a gift guide for the year. Below you’ll find some of our favorite things and why we love them.

10 Tips for Running during Hunting Season

Chickpea November 26, 2019

Hunting season is in full swing and will continue in many states until the end of November, and in other states for a few months longer. Many trail runners take this time period off in order to avoid safety concerns. This is not strictly necessary.

M-Powered Adventures

Aneta Zeppettella November 21, 2019

Jennifer and I are M-powered runners (Midpack, Middle-Aged, Midwest Moms). We met at a 100 mile race a few years ago and discovered that we lived not too far away from each other. We also have a similar, somewhat flexible schedule.

7 Reasons Why Working with a Coach Isn’t Just for Elites

Ana Hinz

A Recipe for Confidence

Jenni Hulburt

Defined by Experience, not Results

Jill Sudhoff-Guerin

Holiday Gift Guide

Heidi Kumm

10 Tips for Running during Hunting Season

Chickpea

M-Powered Adventures

Aneta Zeppettella

Gear Reviews

Holiday Gift Guide

Fastpack Review - Part 2

Fastpacks (Overnight) Review

Running & Trekking Poles Review

Meet Moxie the Mountain Lion

Trail Sisters encourages women to embody and embrace the spirit of a mountain lion. We want women to understand that they are a force of nature not only on the trails, but also in society. We want women to appreciate their strength, to recognize their importance and to utilize their power. As mothers, we want women to cherish their ability to nurture, teach and lead. And finally, we want women to fearlessly speak up and use their voices… with reckless abandon if they choose! 🙂