Trail Running Illustrated

Author : Doug Mayer
Publisher : Mountaineers Books
ISBN 13 : 1680515675
Total Pages : 259 pages
Book Rating : 4.71/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Trail Running Illustrated written by Doug Mayer and published by Mountaineers Books. This book was released on 1901 with total page 259 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Everything a trail runner needs to know, from training to racing Passionate authors and experienced trail runners Introduction by Brendan Leonard, creator of Semi-Rad.com Running through pastures and forests, hopping over rocks, and splashing through streams: trail running is humanity’s original form of play—an activity we’ve been doing for millions of years. Adventurous runners of all ages, shapes, and sizes are leaving the pavement behind and seeking new challenges. More popular than ever, trail running is growing rapidly around the world. Trail Running Illustrated offers clear, concise advice on how to get started. Created by two longtime trail runners with a passion for the sport, this book is your key to unlocking a lifetime of exploration and challenges, whether you’re running in your local park or through some of the world’s most remote regions.

Author : Lisa Jhung
Publisher : VeloPress
ISBN 13 : 193771666X
Total Pages : 186 pages
Book Rating : 4.60/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Trailhead written by Lisa Jhung and published by VeloPress. This book was released on 2015-04-09 with total page 186 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Trailhead is a witty, fun pocket guide to all things trail running. Veteran trail runner, triathlete, and adventure racer Lisa Jhung offers this illustrated guide to all runners curious about running off road or wanting to run farther into the backcountry. She offers authoritative advice on everything from how to find good trails to run, how to choose the best shoes and clothing, how to carry enough water, and how to stay safe from wildlife and weather. Trailhead includes: The allure: Why trail running is good for body and mind The essentials: Finding good trails, choosing the best trail running gear, handling trail and weather conditions, what you need to know about nutrition and hydration Safety: How to treat (and avoid) common trail running injuries, first aid, animal safety Etiquette: Right of way, preserving the trail, when nature calls Company: Running alone, with friends, with dogs--or burros! Stronger, faster: At-home exercises to enhance your running Going long: Preparing for longer trail runs or trail races Trailhead is a smart, entertaining read as well as a thorough resource for everyone from aspiring trail runners to those looking to get the most out of every trail run, whether in a city park or on a mountain adventure.

Author : Sarah Lavender Smith
Publisher : Rowman & Littlefield
ISBN 13 : 1493027751
Total Pages : 288 pages
Book Rating : 4.50/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Trail Runner's Companion written by Sarah Lavender Smith and published by Rowman & Littlefield. This book was released on 2017-06-01 with total page 288 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: The sport of trail running is booming as more runners seek more adventurous routes and a deeper connection with nature. Not only are runners taking to the trail, but a growing number are challenging themselves to go past the conventional 26.2-mile marathon point. The time is right for a book that covers everything a runner needs to safely and successfully run and race trails, from 5Ks to ultra distances. Like a trusted coach, The Trail Runner’s Companion offers an inspiring, practical, and goal-oriented approach to trail running and racing. Whether readers are looking to up their distance or tackle new terrain, they’ll find sophisticated, yet clear advice that boosts performance and enhances well-being. Along the way, they’ll learn: Trail-specific techniques and must-have gear What to eat, drink, and think—before, during, and after any trail run How to develop mental tenacity and troubleshoot challenges on longer trail adventures Colorful commentary on the characters and culture that make the sport special With an engaging, encouraging voice, including tips and anecdotes from well-known names in the sport, The Trail Runner's Companion is the ultimate guide to achieving peak performance—and happiness— out on the trails. "Sarah Lavender Smith has long been one of trail running’s finest and most insightful writers, and her first book, The Trail Runner’s Companion, ties everything together for all trail runners, from newbies to veterans and all abilities in between. She expertly and empathetically describes how one should train, eat, drink, and think while becoming a trail runner. But perhaps most importantly of all, she tells us what it means to be a trail runner—why this journey, in her words, 'all the way up to the summit and back down,' is worth the effort. If you already are a trail runner, The Trail Runner’s Companion will make you want to become a better trail runner. If you aren’t yet a trail runner, The Trail Runner’s Companion will make you want to become one.” - John Trent, longtime ultrarunner, race director, Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run board member, and award-winning sportswriter "The Trail Runner's Companion is a must-have for all trail runners, both new and experienced. It brings a wealth of knowledge and entertaining stories to keep you engaged in the valuable content of the book. If only I had The Trail Runner's Companion to read before my first trail race, I could have avoided so many mistakes! I highly recommend it.” - Kaci Lickteig, 2016 UltraRunning Magazine UltraRunner of the Year and Western States 100-Mile Endurance Run champion

Author : Jason Robillard
Publisher : Penguin Group
ISBN 13 : 0452298458
Total Pages : 225 pages
Book Rating : 4.53/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Barefoot Running Book written by Jason Robillard and published by Penguin Group. This book was released on 2012-08-28 with total page 225 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: For readers of Born to Run by Christopher McDougall, The Barefoot Running Book lends practical advice on the minimalist running phenomenon Ditch those cushiony running shoes—they’re holding you back and hurting your feet! You’ve heard about barefoot running and how it can reduce injury and allow for better form. Maybe you’ve even tried it and learned how shedding those heavy, overly- manufactured shoes can make running more enjoyable. Regardless of your expertise level, Jason Robillard—a leading expert on barefoot running education and director of the Barefoot Running University—synthesizes the latest research to ease you from barefoot walking to slow running to competitive and trail running vis-à-vis simple drills, training plans, and useful hints from fellow barefoot runners. Practical, easy-to-follow, and illustrated with black-and-white photographs throughout, The Barefoot Running Book shows how everyone can transition to barefoot and minimalist shoe running—safely and optimally.

Author : Joe Puleo
Publisher : Human Kinetics 1
ISBN 13 : 1450409032
Total Pages : 202 pages
Book Rating : 4.32/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Running Anatomy written by Joe Puleo and published by Human Kinetics 1. This book was released on 2010 with total page 202 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: Detailed, full-color anatomical illustrations have drawn over a million readers to this popular anatomy series. Now Running Anatomy is the ideal resource for fitness runners and competitive runners hoping to improve performance by increasing muscular strength and optimizing the efficiency of the running motion, while minimizing the risk for injury. Anatomical illustrations highlight the muscles in action during effective running exercises and help readers assess and rehab running injuries like plantar fasciitis and ITB syndrome. Original.

Author : Julie Freeman
Publisher : National Geographic Books
ISBN 13 : 0500295611
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.18/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Running Wild written by Julie Freeman and published by National Geographic Books. This book was released on 2022-06-14 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: An inspirational collection of the most scenic trail runs around the globe, from leading figures in the world of trail running and the editors of the cult independent running magazine Like the Wind. Trail running is as simple as it sounds: just put one foot in front of the other, somewhere unpaved and outdoors. The opportunities it presents are endless, with a wide variety of routes that stretch over mountains, forests, and deserts, in hot climates and frigid ones, through some of the most wild and beautiful places on Earth. Running Wild highlights the most exciting trail runs from around the world, from the heights of the Alps and the snowy expanses of the Arctic to the jungles of Latin America and the outback Down Under. Each destination is brought to life by a different trail runner, showcasing exactly what makes each location so spectacular, as well as providing practical information to keep you moving on the ground. Stunning photography provides inspiration in every chapter, revealing the breathtaking experiences that anyone can access with just a pair of shoes and the will to explore. The trails in this book offer unparalleled experiences. They encourage novices and experts alike to get into nature, create new physical experiences, be in the moment—and arrive in a different mental space.

Author : Scott Jurek
Publisher : Random House
ISBN 13 : 147353867X
Total Pages : 304 pages
Book Rating : 4.72/5 ( download)

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Download or read book North: Finding My Way While Running the Appalachian Trail written by Scott Jurek and published by Random House. This book was released on 2018-04-12 with total page 304 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: 2,200 miles. 47 days. One remarkable journey. In July 2015, ultramarathon legend Scott Jurek smashed the world record for running the Appalachian Trail, the sprawling mountain path that runs nearly the entire length of the United States. For nearly seven weeks straight, Jurek battled the elements to run, hike and stumble 50 miles every single day. A tale of mind-boggling physical exertion, pressure and endurance, North reveals the extraordinary lengths to which we can push our bodies and our minds. Instant New York Times Bestseller _____________ ‘Pure suspense, adventure, and inspiration . . . His story of plunging into the wilderness in pursuit of a dream is both heartwrenching and spellbinding.’ Christopher McDougall, author of Born to Run ‘Probably America’s greatest ever ultrarunner.’ Guardian ‘Scott Jurek’s record-setting journey on the Appalachian Trail was the most punishing, most demanding, most gruelling feat I’ve ever personally witnessed . . . An immersive and engaging book.’ Aron Ralston, author of 127 Hours ‘I’m a huge fan . . . North is tremendous.’ Vassos Alexander, BBC Radio 2 ‘Undoubtedly the greatest ultrarunner of his generation.’ Independent

Author : Doug Mayer
Publisher : Helvetiq
ISBN 13 : 9783039640140
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.43/5 ( download)

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Download or read book The Race That Changed Running written by Doug Mayer and published by Helvetiq. This book was released on 2023-06-13 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: How the ultra marathon around Mont Blanc turned trail running into a mega sport Twenty years ago, a small band a runners came up with an idea: hold a race around the Alps' highest peak, covering more than 100 miles through Italy, France and Switzerland. They expected a few crazy souls. Instead more than 700 runners showed up. Running was changed forever. This is the improbable story of how Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc (UTMB) became one of the world's great sporting events even as it set new limits of human endurance. It is a story of how world's best runners, in the historic home of mountain adventures, brought about a revolution in running that has been felt across the globe. For this unbiased and inside look at the past, present and future of the UTMB, author and trail runner Doug Mayer, was given unfettered access to the UTMB archives, and spoke to more than 100 people, from race organizers and winners, to experts and scientists, to those who love the UTMB, and even those who hate it. The result is a book with more than 200 photos, maps and infographics that is the most comprehensive perspective into trail running's greatest race.

Author : Jeff Galloway
Publisher : Meyer & Meyer Verlag
ISBN 13 : 1782550119
Total Pages : 228 pages
Book Rating : 4.12/5 ( download)

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Download or read book Trail Running written by Jeff Galloway and published by Meyer & Meyer Verlag. This book was released on 2015-01-15 with total page 228 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: If you want to experience the real freedom of running in a natural surrounding and if the ever repeating runs in the streets start to bore you, trail running is the right way to improve your running experience. The charm of starting trail running is to find your own way on lonely mountain hiking trails and to set your own goals, because no trail run can be compared to another. Running guru Jeff Galloway offers his own approach of getting started with his unique way of guaranteeing an injury-free running style. With his Run-Walk-Run™ method Jeff helps beginners to start trail running the right way. Advanced runners can use a specialized training program which will help them prevent overtraining, injuries, and other calamities you can encounter during intense training sessions. The book covers a wide range of trail running equipment, especially covering the whole range of trail running shoes. If you want to jump start your trail run, this is your complete guide.

Author : Karen Berger
Publisher : Rizzoli Publications
ISBN 13 : 0789327414
Total Pages : 0 pages
Book Rating : 4.13/5 ( download)

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Download or read book America's Great Hiking Trails written by Karen Berger and published by Rizzoli Publications. This book was released on 2014-09-23 with total page 0 pages. Available in PDF, EPUB and Kindle. Book excerpt: INDIEFAB Book of the Year Awards -- 2014 GOLD Winner for Adventure & Recreation Society of American Travel Writers Eastern Chapter -- Gold Award Society of American Travel Writers Foundation -- 2015 Lowell Thomas Travel Award for Best Travel Book A hiker’s dream bucket list is embodied in this lavishly illustrated celebration of more than 50,000 miles of America’s most iconic trails. Celebrating the forty most important trails in America, this volume takes the reader through forty-nine states and eight national parks. Literally tens of millions of tourists and hikers visit these trails each year, some of which wind through the country’s most scenic natural wonders and virtually every major ecosystem in America. Each featured trail has its own section, complete with a map and photo gallery, and the reader explores what makes it one of the most magnificent hiking experiences anywhere in the world. Trail histories accompany detailed hiker-friendly descriptions that highlight the most scenic spots, with suggestions for shorter weekend and day hikes. The stunning photographs take the reader on a visual adventure conducted by Bart Smith, the first person to hike all eleven National Scenic Trails from end to end. America’s Great Hiking Trails is perfect for anyone interested in outdoor recreation and conservation.