No matter where you are, there are new paths to run and trails to discover. Join HOKA fan Anne Englebert as she takes us for a run along her favourite trail route in Hérault, France.
I fell in love with running in California while I studied there for a year at university. After returning to France, my passion really grew. I started a blog Anne and Dubndidu, became a sports coach and eventually wrote several books on sports and nutrition.
Combining the values of different sports, including running, fitness and yoga, with a healthy and positive lifestyle, I’ve united a beautiful community of runners all around France named the Dubndiduteam.
Why it’s important to run in new locations
After suffering a stress fracture, which is a fatigue-induced fracture of the bone, I can finally slowly start running again this summer. Slowly but surely.
Summer really is my favourite season for running. Yes, it is hot, but the days are longer as well. During the summer holidays, we often have more time to run and discover new routes, so if you go on holiday (unless you’ve already come back), don’t forget to pack your trainers and set new challenges for yourself.
What I love about this run
Because of my injury, at the moment I am allowed to run, but only on the trails. This pushed me to look for new running paths in the Montpellier region. One of my favourite spots is along the Salagou lake. Located at the heart of Hérault region, the beauty of this artificial lake will take your breathe away.
“One of my favourite spots is along the Salagou lake. Located at the heart of Hérault region, the beauty of this artificial lake will take your breath away.” Anne Englebert
You can run there, but also simply take a walk or do some mountain biking. I am delighted to share this route because I first started to share my runs on Instagram specifically to share the paths that I adore, the landscapes of the south of France, these precious moments in harmony with nature and my environment.
How the Speedgoat 2 help me on my run
I wore the Speedgoat 2 trail shoes during this run. They are a little different from what I usually wear. It’s the first time I’ve tried them, but they’ve come highly recommended. They have more cushioning and are adapted to the trail path. Their upper mesh is very light for summer, which is good to keep your feet cool.
“What I like about the Speedgoat 2 is the comfort they give me, which reassured me enormously during my recovery and return to running.” Anne Englebert
What I like about these shoes is the comfort they give me, which reassured me enormously during my recovery and return to running. They are not aggressive but, in fact, very stable and comfortable, even when the path is made of small pebbles. Of course, they have been designed for rougher trails, but they are suitable for other types of route as well. In the end, they allowed me to regain my confidence while running.
Learn more about the Speedgoat 2 shoes Anne wears.