Where the Road Ends
eBook - ePub

Where the Road Ends

A Guide to Trail Running

  1. 240 pages
  2. English
  3. ePUB (mobile friendly)
  4. Available on iOS & Android
eBook - ePub

Where the Road Ends

A Guide to Trail Running

About this book

Every year, countless runners, endurance athletes, and outdoor enthusiasts discover the sport of trail running. Whether they run for peace of mind, appreciation of nature, or competition, they find a sport unlike any other.

Where the Road Ends: A Guide to Trail Running captures the excitement, intensity, and appeal of the outdoors. From training and preparation to overcoming nature’s obstacles, it’s all here, accompanied by detailed instruction, expert insights, and stunning color photography.

Inside you’ll find these features:

• Techniques for running over dirt, sand, roots, and rock

• Equipment recommendations based on terrain, distance, and conditions

• Safety guidelines for navigation, injury, and water crossings

• Conditioning programs for all levels of runners

• Strategies for improving race-day performance

Whether you are an experienced road runner looking for new challenges or an extreme athlete pushing your physical limits, look no further than Where the Road Ends, the authoritative guide for conquering the trails, terrain, and conditions of the great outdoors.

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Information

Year
2016
eBook ISBN
9781492585664
Print ISBN
9781492513285
Edition
1

Table of contents

  1. Cover Page
  2. Where the Road Ends
  3. Copyright Page
  4. Dedication
  5. Contents
  6. Foreword
  7. Acknowledgments
  8. Introduction
  9. Chapter 1: Stepping Off Road
  10. Chapter 2: Trail Running Techniques
  11. Chapter 3: Finding Footing
  12. Chapter 4: Techniques to Match Terrain
  13. Chapter 5: Trail Tools
  14. Chapter 6: Hydration and Fueling
  15. Chapter 7: Conquering the Conditions
  16. Chapter 8: Training for the Trail
  17. Chapter 9: Creating a Training Plan
  18. Chapter 10: Trail Safety and Stewardship
  19. Chapter 11: Health and Injuries
  20. Chapter 12: Trail Racing
  21. Resources
  22. About the Authors