Runner's World Complete Guide to Trail Running

by Barrios, Dagny Scott

• ISBN13: 9781579547202
• ISBN10: 1579547206
• Format: Paperback
• Copyright: 2003-04-19
• Publisher: Rodale Books

Summary

Trail running is the fastest-growing segment of the outdoor sports industry. According to the Outdoor Industry Association, more than 4.7 million people run on dirt and rock trails more than once a week. There are new challenges to be found running trails instead of roadways. Both the novice and the experienced runner will find helpful information to make their transition from road to trail fun, exciting, and injury-free. Trail running is far more technique-intensive than road running, and Barrios shares everything a good runner needs to know before they hit the trail. Since running on dirt or rock is also more gear-oriented, you'll learn what to do-and what not to do-to make the most of your trail time. -Special 'Trail Mix' sidebars share firsthand accounts from accomplished runners -Detailed explanation on staying found while running in the woods and mountains -Extensive interviews with the sport's best runners and most knowledgeable sources -Color photography captures the beauty and the excitement of the sport

Table of Contents

Acknowledgments	vii
Introduction	ix
Welcome to the Trail	2	(8)
Why It's Better Out Here
Just for Beginners	10	(10)
A Basic Trail Primer
A Different Breed	20	(18)
Shoes and Clothes for the Trail
Getting Outfitted	38	(14)
Trail-Running Gear and Gizmos
Trail Technique	52	(16)
Beyond Left, Right, Left, Right . . .
How to Train	68	(16)
Taking Your Workout to the Trail
Trail Racing	84	(16)
Preparation and Training
Race-Day Strategies	100
Maximizing Your Potential