Guides runners of any level through their trail running journey

Trail Running magazine

Filled to the brim with advice, tips and inspiration to enable you to achieve your dreams over whatever distance you want your legs to carry you

- Chrissie Wellington, OBE and four-time Ironman Triathlon World Champion,

There is no more authentic trail running messenger than Claire. So take her tips, appreciate her advice and get stuck in!

- Vassos Alexander, author of 'Don't Stop me Now',

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If you are in the slightest bit interested in trail running this book is for you!

- Emelie Forsberg, record-breaking trail and ultra runner,

Claire has used her unrivalled enthusiasm to create this superb book, hugely useful for everyone who's new to the world of trail running

Trail Running

'Filled to the brim with advice, tips and inspiration to enable you to achieve your dreams over whatever distance you want your legs to carry you' - Chrissie Wellington, OBE, four-time Ironman Triathlon World ChampionFrom complete beginners to seasoned off-road runners, The Ultimate Trail Running Handbook has all the training and nutrition advice, skills, gear and motivation you need to become a fit and confident trail runner. There are training plans that take newcomers from 5k parkrun to first trail marathon, while for experienced runners there are sections on strength work, injury prevention and advanced training plans to boost performance up to 50k (30 miles).To keep you enjoying every step, you'll find advice on how to choose the right gear; over 20 easy, healthy recipes; inspiring stories from real trail runners; and advice from top athletes and coaches. And if you want to explore new trails, you can use the navigation and route planning section to create your own exciting off-road adventure. If you're a trail runner or would like to become one, this book is your new best friend.
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ForewordWelcomeCHAPTER 1 – QUICK STARTWhat Is Trail Running?Trail Vs RoadTrail Running MythsWhere Are the Trails?Essential GearTrail TechniqueEat RightStay MotivatedBeing Eco-friendlyCHAPTER 2 – SKILLS AND TECHNIQUESHow to Fit Running InHow to Enjoy Running MoreTackle Trail TerrainMake Uphills EasierGet Confident DownhillGet More EfficientUsing a Mapped RoutePlan a Trail RouteCHAPTER 3 – TRAINING AND PLANSWarm Up and Cool DownStrength for Trail RunnersYoga for Trail RunnersCross-trainingRecovery TimelineTrain Right for Your AgeWomen’s RunningTraining PlansCHAPTER 4 – BEAT INJURYPrevent InjuryCommon InjuriesPrehab ExercisesUsing a Foam RollerUsing K-TapeCHAPTER 5 – TRAIL GEARTrail ShoesRunning ClothingRunning JacketsRunning Pack Vs BumbagRunning WatchesMandatory Race KitNight Running KitCold-weather RunningHot-weather RunningRunning PolesCHAPTER 6 – NUTRITION AND HYDRATIONBasic FuellingFood Myths BustedFuel TimelineBreakfasts Worth Waking Up ForQuick-and-easy LunchesNutritious 20-minute DinnersHealthy Snack IdeasLong-distance Race FuelHydrationRecovery SnacksSports Nutrition ProductsCHAPTER 7 – RACES AND CHALLENGEYour First Trail RaceTop 10 Tips for your First Trail RaceTop Seven First-Timer Trail RacesMy Favourite Trail RacesTrail Races OverseasThe World’s Most Famous RacesFurther ReadingAcknowledgementsPicture CreditsIndex
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Guides runners of any level through their trail running journey
From your first 5k up to trail marathon level, this is the ultimate guide to trail running.
An entertaining, practical and friendly guide, by a former editor of Trail Running magazine, with a large social media following. (Claire's YouTube channel is called Wild Ginger Running).

Produktdetaljer

ISBN
9781472974846
Publisert
2021-01-07
Utgiver
Vendor
Bloomsbury Sport
Vekt
586 gr
Høyde
230 mm
Bredde
189 mm
Aldersnivå
G, 01
Språk
Product language
Engelsk
Format
Product format
Heftet
Antall sider
224

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Om bidragsyterne

Claire Maxted is the co-founder and former editor of Trail Running magazine. She now runs the YouTube channel Wild Ginger Running, creating films packed with trail and ultra running advice, athlete interviews, gear tests and race reviews. She hosts talks, speaks and presents at book launches, awards, events and races. www.wildgingerrunning.co.uk