I have been an avid trail runner for the last 7 years and without a doubt it remains my all-time favorite athletic activity. I wasn't born a runner, but the trails have a way of transforming even the most unlikely athletes.Surprisingly to me, last month the IAAF (International Association of Athletics Federations) declared trail running an official sport. Validating an outdoor activity like trail running isn't life changing to most people, but it does mean something.There is a growing crowd of fanatics who love nothing more than to spend as much quality time as they can in nature, pouring their heart and souls into the dirt. From my experience, walking, hiking, running, or even just standing on a trail can become a powerful habit, one that is sure to help you dominate your day.