Till toppen av berget: Born To Run Trail Team

PRESS RELEASE

Born To Run Trail Team is a collection of individuals united by trail guru and Art of Running creator Anders Nordström. The concept is unique; a team which inspires people to run, move and live the way nature intended.

Anders' philosophy is; "we love running through forests, across mountain ranges, over marshes and along wonderful winding trails - enjoying all aspects of nature. Our motto is GUIDED BY NATURE, in both life and running."

But it's not just about where, but how we run. Natural running is about moving in a way that is both natural and sustainable. It's not reinventing running, but looking at human biomechanics and returning to a running technique that is natural, reduces unnecessary injuries and is more efficient.

Every member in the team is from a very different background but at the same time shares a passion for running in its purest form and a goal to inspire others and spread the natural running philosophy. According to Anders; “When I decided to start the team I knew that it had to be an exciting mixture of people. A group of individuals that together and on their own, will inspire others. It was important that we found a variation of ages and genders that are personalities in their own way. I am both proud and delighted that I have found exactly that.

There are 10 members in the international team: Eleonor Dalhäll, Caroline Egnerfors, Sophie Resare, Jennifer Asp, Ola Nyberg, Ola Wallström, Darryl Ball, Lars Björk, Peter Forsberg and Henrik Pilvinge.

Meet the Team:

Darryl Ball

Professional skier, natural runner and airline pilot. Darryl has never been afraid to follow his dreams. Born in England and residing in Stockholm, Sweden. "Running frees the mind and the soul from pressures of day to day life-it's both exciting and challenging!" He says. Darryl competes in all distances, but ultra distances are his favorite.

Eleonor Dalhäll
Eleonor discovered her love for trail a year ago and it has become one of the biggest passions in her life. “It is magical to run and enjoy what Mother Nature brings. The calmness, peacefulness and curiosity creates such freedom.”

Eleonor is married with three young children who are as exuberantly happy and full of energy as she is. Currently pursuing her dream to work full time teaching natural running and trailrunning, especially to children. ”Every child has a right to be in motion and enjoy the forest and nature as if it were a playground.”

Ola Wallström

Speaker and author. Ola’s speciality is: “More power, more joy more flow – How to prosper in a changing world”. He works internationally teaching people how they can have more fun and at the same time perform in a changing world. “I do that because I think there are too many people who work too hard, stress and break – when they don’t have to.”

“I want to demonstrate that anyone can put on a pair of running shoes, leave the asphalt, the clock and the prepared running tracks, and experience the pure joy of running and nature.”

Sophie Resare

Sophie discovered trail running when she saw the trailer for Åda Wild Boar Race and thought, "This is something for me!" Sophie’s running history is not long. She has done other sports before and she also had a long gap with no exercise at all due to too much work when she was self employed.

Sophie’s vision as a team member is that she wants to show others that if she can do it, then you can do it as well; discovering new places and enjoying nature. At races people are really friendly and helpful, and Sophie feels that they are like a big family.

Henrik Pilvinge

Multi-athlete with running as major interest, likes to run on all types of surfaces but prefers to run in the forest as Mother Nature intended. Married and a father of two daughters. Whole family likes to spends time training or just relaxing in the nature.
Works as a senior consultant in mechanical engineering.

Peter Forsberg
Enjoys life most when physical challanges are combined with fantastic scenery and good company. In addition to running, he likes to spend time mountain biking, cross country skiing, kayaking and performing martial arts. His most epic experience in running shoes so far is the UTMB. At the same time the most beautiful and demanding race Peter has ever ran. Demanding to the degree that he never finished! Since then Peter bears a dream of one day completing the UTMB. He lives with his family south of Stockholm and works as a policeman.

Caroline Egnerfors

Caroline lives in Stockholm and has a very active lifestyle. She loves all aspects of running but also varying her training with other activities such as crossfit and swimming.

She runs everything from 5 km to Ultras. She likes to race and push her limits; the more challenging a race is the more fun it is! “Almost nothing can beat that feeling when you reach the finish line in a tough race.” Her passion is to run straight into the forest or over the mountains and absorb the surroundings, enjoying nature.

Ola Nyberg

Ola is a trail runner with a very bright future. Among other merits, he won Åda Wild Boar 22km in 2014. He hopes to travel the world and inspire more people to run trail. He works full time with Art of Running, as well as being a part of the team.

Jennifer Asp
Jennifer is a living whirlwind with a genuine love for running. To run is to feel entirely free. But even though spending many hours in the mountains on small trails is unbeatable, it is steep hills and lactic acid that appeal to her most.

Bless, and keep on running!

Lars Björk

Found the passion with running after years of problems with feet, incorrect running shoes and improper running technique. Read the book Born to run, started running again and debuted in the trail race Sweden Sky Race 24, which became an unforgettable experience with new friends for life and the start of something new.

Lives in Eskilstuna and have a daughter who is 11 years who also loves trail running. Owner and CEO of the recruitment company Addilon, which is also a proud sponsor of Born to Run Trail Team.

”Running gives me a freedom and positive energy. To belong, represent Born to Run and develop both as a person and as a runner, together with team members with great personalities is a great privilege.”

Teamet består av Peter Forsberg, Lars Björk, Ola Wallström, Sophie Resare, Caroline Egnerfors, Eleonor Dalhäll, Darryl Ball, Henrik Pilvinge, Jennifer Asp och Ola Nyberg.

Team Art of Running är en del av kompetenscentret Art of Running.

Vår ambition är att inspirera till Natural Running, Trailrunning och ett liv i rörelse.

Teamet består av löpare med olika erfarenhet av löpning och trail.

Vår gemensamma nämnare är kärleken till naturen.

Born To Run Trail Team kommer att deltaga i ett stort antal lopp under kommande säsonger. Däribland AXA Fjällmaraton, Sweden Skyrace, Höga Kusten Trail, Kullamannen.

Först ut är självklart Åda Wildboar Race 2015!