Whether you’re just stepping off pavement for the first time, or a seasoned pro, dig into this guide to move your trail running forward. Colorful and easy to peruse, Trail Running Illustrated is filled with tips on technique, gear, diet, injury prevention and treatment, and trail racing.
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Trail Running is great fun. Obviously, your eyes are more fixed on the path than when you're out jogging, as to not trip over any roots or rocks. In return, you don't have to cross any busy roads and the traffic you will encounter will mostly be hikers and mountainbikers. It never gets boring. The landscape, flora and fauna, which you will encounter when trail running, are breathtaking. For beginners, this book will explain everything you need to look out for when trail running. It looks at aspects such as nutrition, training, equipment, injury treatment, nature conservation and much more. Experienced runners will learn all about the requirements of Ultra Runs and contests: even experienced runners can learn a thing or two.
“The gems of information in Trail Running Illustrated will continue your joy as you dive deeper into this sport we all love.” —Krissy Moehl, two-time winner of the Ultra-Trail du Mont-Blanc, and Patagonia-sponsored trail runner
“A comprehensive guide that entertains as well. This book should be on any aspiring trail runner’s must-read list.” —Michael Benge, editor in chief of Trail Runner Magazine
Doug Mayer is an author, journalist and founder of the trail running tour company, Run the Alps. He has co-authored two other books with Helvetiq, Trail Running Illustrated and Run the Alps Switzerland: 30 Must-Do Trail Runs. Doug lives in Chamonix, France, with his partner, English Knowles and their trail running labradoodle, Izzi. Doug is a past producer of the Peabody-Award winning show Car Talk, and has run the UTMB race twice.
Brian Metzler
Brian Metzler is a book author and freelance journalist who covers running, running gear, and related sports. He was the founding editor and associate publisher of Trail Runner and Adventure Sports magazines.
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Marion Schreiber
Marion Schreiber is a freelance art director and graphic designer in Barcelona. She specializes in editorial design, printing and lettering.
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