Sassquad Trail Running Webinar Series
The Sassquad Trail Running Webinar Series is a lineup of live chats for trail runners/hikers navigating real life alongside the miles. This series is great for both seasoned and newbie runners/hikers, folks who don’t always see themselves reflected in the sport, and anyone who could use a little extra support or reassurance right now. All ages, all paces, all people are welcome. All webinars are free and live-streamed on the Sassquad YouTube channel. Can’t make it live? No stress. Replays stay on YouTube so you can watch whenever it fits into your life.
About Sassquad Trail Running
Sassquad Trail Running is a trail running community and race organization with the mission to welcome all peoples, all paces, and all ages. We host "trail parties" with distances ranging from 1M up to 100M throughout northern NJ and the Hudson Highlands of NY. To learn more about us, please visit our website.
March 18 - The Postpartum Trail Runner Webinar
Join us on March 18 at 7 PM for a free livestream with Pelvic Floor Physical Therapist Dr. Colleen Drahos of Drahos PT! This session will cover how to return to the trails safely, rebuild strength, prevent injury, and understand the unique needs of postpartum trail runners. Whether you’re newly postpartum or years into your parenting journey, you’ll walk away with practical guidance to support your running goals.
March 25 - Mind/Body Connection for Trail Runners Webinar
Join us on Wednesday, March 25th at 7:00 PM ET for our free webinar on Mind/Body Connection for Trail Runners. In this webinar, The Trail Therapist Sarah Strong, LCSW, will guide you through practices to strengthen the connection between your mind and body, including mindfulness techniques, breathwork, and strategies for scaling your efforts safely and effectively. This webinar is designed for trail runners of all levels who want to improve focus, endurance, and overall well-being on and off the trails.
April 15 - Mental Strategies for Smarter Trail Running Webinar
Join us on Wednesday, April 15th at 7:00 PM ET for our free webinar on Mental Strategies for Smarter Running. In this webinar, The Trail Therapist Sarah Strong, LCSW, will explore practical strategies to enhance your trail performance, including how to manage distractions, engage in complex thinking while on the trail, and apply mental skills to your training. You will also walk through a sample training plan, using a couple of techniques at a time, integrating mind-body connection, and scaling exercises to assess effectiveness. This webinar is ideal for trail runners looking to develop actionable strategies and practice them ahead of future runs!
June 10 - Trail Run With Confidence: Harness Your Inner Coach Webinar
Join us on Wednesday, June 10th at 7:00 PM ET for our free webinar on Trail Running With Confidence: Harnessing Your Inner Coach. In this webinar, The Trail Therapist Sarah Strong, LCSW, will guide trail runners in managing their inner dialogue by building positive self-talk and challenging negative self-talk. This webinar is perfect for trail runners, outdoor enthusiasts, or anyone looking to learn practical techniques to strengthen their inner coach, boost confidence, and maintain motivation both on and off the trails.
June 24 - Strength Training for Trail Runners Webinar
Join us on Wednesday, June 24th at 7:00 PM ET on the Sassquad YouTube Channel for a free webinar: Strength Training for Trail Runners, led by Carly Fleischer of Moxie Barbell. In this session, Carly will show you how strength training can improve climbing efficiency, descending control, trail confidence, and reduce injury risk, all without overcomplicating your training. RSVP and submit your questions! ...Carly Fleischer is a strength, nutrition, and behavior change coach and the founder of Moxie Barbell. She helps high-achieving women and busy humans bridge the gap between intention and follow-through by building consistent habits that hold up in real life so progress doesn’t depend on motivation or white-knuckling.
July 8 - Trail Running with Confidence: Facing Fears with Focus Webinar
Join us on Wednesday, Wednesday, July 8th at 7:00 PM ET for our free webinar on Trail Running with Confidence: Facing Fears with Focus. In this webinar, The Trail Therapist Sarah Strong, LCSW, will guide you through exploring your trail fears and developing strategies to manage them effectively. We'll work with the circle of control to focus on what we can influence and learn how to distinguish between actionable tasks and what is best to let go. This webinar is ideal for runners who want to build confidence, reduce anxiety, and approach their training and adventures with a clearer, calmer mindset.
August 5 - Finalizing Your Race Day Plan Webinar
Join us on Wednesday, August 5th at 7:00 PM ET for our free webinar on Finalizing Your Race Day Plan for Trail Runners. In this webinar, The Trail Therapist Sarah Strong, LCSW, will guide you through the process of preparing mentally and strategically for race day. In this webinar, Sarah will show you how to use visualization, balance process-focused and outcome-focused thinking, and tackle mental strategies. Sarah will also cover smart communication with your crew and pacers, including what to say and what to avoid. This session is perfect for runners who want to enter race day confident, focused, and fully prepared.
August 19 - Nutrition/Hydration Webinar for the Wild Goose Trail Festival
Join us for a special webinar at 7PM ET on Wednesday August 19th with registered dietitian The Nutrition Mechanic, Dina Griffin, as we dive into all things nutrition and hydration for the Wild Goose Trail Festival! Whether you're gearing up for the 10K, 100 miler, or anything in between, this session will help you build a practical fueling plan to support your training and race-day performance. No matter your pace or distance, having a plan can make the difference between surviving and thriving out on the trails. Come ready to learn, ask questions, and leave with a personalized plan to help you squatch your goals at Wild Goose Trail Festival!
September 2 - Race Day Anxiety and Post-Race Blues for Trail Runners Webinar
Join us on Wednesday, September 2nd at 7:00 PM ET for our free webinar on Race Day Anxiety and Post-Race Blues for Trail Runners. In this webinar, The Trail Therapist Sarah Strong, LCSW, will help you recognize and manage the mental ups and downs that come with trail running. You’ll learn strategies to prepare in advance for pre-race nerves and how to handle anxiety or stress if it pops up during the race. The webinar will also cover tools for coping with the post-race blues, so you can recover mentally as well as physically.
