Vertical Gain

The total elevation gained during a run

What Does This Mean?

Vertical gain measures the amount of elevation a runner climbs during a run. This is a crucial aspect of trail and mountain running, where elevation changes are significant and can affect pace and effort.

Reference:

https://www.runnersworld.com/trail-running/a20811434/how-to-run-uphill/

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