Where the road ends : a guide to trail running / Meghan M. Hicks and Bryon Powell.
Material type:
TextPublisher: Champaign, IL : Human Kinetics, [2016]Description: xiv, 226 pages : color illustrations ; 26 cmContent type: - text
- unmediated
- volume
- 9781492513285
- 1492513288
| Item type | Home library | Collection | Call number | Materials specified | Status | Date due | Barcode | Item holds | |
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Main Library | NonFiction | 613.7172 H631 | Available | 33111008684207 |
Enhanced descriptions from Syndetics:
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.
Includes bibliographical references and index.
Running Wild is a comprehensive guide to running where the pavement ends. The book offers an inviting guide to the footware, apparel, techniques and training that will create a great trail running experience. It features striking color photos, and guidance from elite ultra runners.