The Ultimate Guide to Trail Running: Everything You Need to Know About Equipment, Finding Trails, Nutrition, Hill Strategy, Racing, Training, Weather, First Aid, and Much More

Chase, Adam W.,Hobbs, Nancy

ISBN 10: 1585742287 / ISBN 13: 9781585742288

Published by Lyons Pr, 2001

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Bibliographic Details

• Title: The Ultimate Guide to Trail Running: Everything You Need to Know About Equipment, Finding Trails, Nutrition, Hill Strategy, Racing, Training, Weather, First Aid, and Much More
• Publisher: Lyons Pr
• Publication Date: 2001
• Language: English
• ISBN 10: 1585742287
• ISBN 13: 9781585742288
• Binding: paperback
• Condition: Very Good

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Synopsis

Trail running is one of today's most popular fitness activities, combining the physical benefits of walking with the spirit of hiking adventure. This "how-to" guide that offers complete instruction on every aspect of the sport. Photos.

From the Back Cover

Combining all the health and fitness benefits of walking and road running, the outdoor adventure of sports such as hiking and mountain biking, and the spiritual renewal from a day spent communing with nature, is it any wonder that trail running is fast becoming one of the most popular fitness activities? Whether you're a complete beginner or have been hitting the trails for years, this fully illustrated, one-of-a-kind guide provides all the essential information including: finding trails and getting started; managing ascents and descents with ease; maneuvering off-road obstacles; strength, stretching, and cross-training; selecting proper shoes, clothing, and accessories; safety on the trail; racing and other trail events and more.