{"id":1094,"date":"2022-03-18T01:24:24","date_gmt":"2022-03-18T01:24:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/madaboutrun.com\/?p=1094"},"modified":"2022-03-18T01:24:26","modified_gmt":"2022-03-18T01:24:26","slug":"best-running-trails-in-new-york-city","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/madaboutrun.com\/best-running-trails-in-new-york-city\/","title":{"rendered":"Best Running Trails In New York City"},"content":{"rendered":"\n

When in a new place or at home, it can be important to try to vary the different trails you’re using to run on. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Alternating where you run can be good for a few different reasons – firstly it will test your body and skills as a runner against more difficult terrain, and secondly, it will allow you to have more interesting surroundings to look at and enjoy whilst you’re running. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

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New York – the Big Apple, the City that Never Sleeps. It’s hard to imagine that a place so urban could be so great for running. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

With such a large area, it’s easy to imagine that there might be multiple different running routes around the city – but New York has seen generations of runners set goals and meet them! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

If you find yourself looking for new running trails in and around New York City, then this is the article for you! <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Below is a list of some of the best and most unique trails for you to try. Some will test you, some have been picked purely for the iconic surroundings or classic routes – but there should be something for everyone!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

We’ve also included a short FAQ section at the end of the article, to answer some important questions about running. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Let’s lace up our running shoes and get running in the big city!<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Central Park Full Loop<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Let’s begin with a classic. Central Park is one of the most impressive places in the city – a forest and lake within the middle of endless blocks of houses and skyscrapers.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This full loop is a great trail to follow if you’re looking for something with nice views. Sometimes when you’re in the city running, constant concrete and tall buildings can get boring – so it’s nice to have a place that feels more like you’re within nature. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

It will take you up to 6km, which makes it a really good trail to focus on if you’re working towards a 10k. It’s worth noting that this trail is primarily pavement terrain, so make sure you wear good running shoes so as not to damage your feet, shins, or knees. <\/p>\n\n\n\n

Coney Island Boardwalk<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n