Runner's World Complete Guide to Trail Running

by Dagny Scott Barrios, Runner's World

Runner's World Complete Guide to Trail Running

Trail Running is one of the fastest growing segments in the sport of running. And it's easy to understand why:

"To run on the road is a staccato one-two, one-two. Insistent. Hurried. Relentless. Once you reach the trail, footfalls become muffled, silent even, and instead you hear your breath. On the trail, the rhythm comes from a deeper place inside you--your lungs, your heart, and your head--as you hear your breath enter and leave your body. It's a slower metronome, one infintely more relaxed, than on the road."--Dagny Scott Barrios

From the worldwide authority on runing, Runner's World Complete Guide to Trail Running is the comprehensive guide to the sport. Inside you'll find everything you need to know to:

Choose the right shoes and gear
Gain confidence on the trails
Train for any distance
Race like the pros
Follow an optimal nutrition plan
Prevent and treat injuries
Stay safe in the wilderness
Survive the elements
Make the leap to ultras

With trail-specific strength workouts, training schedules for all race distances, and cross-training advice for maximum performance, Runner's World Complete Guide to Trail Running gives you the tools you need to follow the trail, wherever it may take you.

Genres: Nonfiction

228 pages, Paperback

First published March 28, 2003

About the author

Dagny Scott Barrios is a writer, editor, and public speaker specializing in running and women's sports.

Reviews

[Wendy Wagner · Rating 4 out of 5]

There are some nice pointers in here about safety on trails. Most of the general information about running is nothing that's not covered by other books, but the author's essay about snakes on the trail and the final, very personal chapter on nature and emotions make this well worth reading.

[James Tetley · Rating 3 out of 5]

Interesting guide to trail running, but would have benefited more advice on technique. Some good health and safety tips.

[KathleenB · Rating 3 out of 5]

Too much narrative vs advice for me but still some good tips

[Angela McVay · Rating 5 out of 5]

Really enjoyed this book. It spoke of every topic known to trail running from novice to advance. Although I already knew 95% of the material, I found it to be more motivating than anything and reaffirms my first love of trail running. It is a whole new set mindset to run trails vs road. Both are great for the body with pros and cons to each. If you're interested in trail running this is an excellent guide to start with.

[Aja Marsh · Rating 3 out of 5]

Nice intro on trail running topics, but the majority repeats language heard in most running books in terms of hydration, training, nutrition, etc.

[Ryan · Rating 3 out of 5]

Thorough coverage of trail running. Solid intro and overview of the sport.

[David · Rating 4 out of 5]

Very good introduction to trail running. The author is very knowledgeable.