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Run the Rockies: Classic Trail Runs in Colorado's Front Range
Steven Bragg
A comprehensive reference guide to the Colorado Front Range for any level of trail runner.

*Contains many of the best outings in the state from the Colorado Mountain Club, the outdoor experts in the Rockies for nearly a century *Full-color guidebook, plus fully GPS enabled
*The latest in a new series from the Colorado Mountain Club: CMC's Classics

Everyone knows that the Colorado Rockies contain some of the most spectacular trails in the country. Now the Colorado Mountain Club reveals some of its favorites for trail runners. Colorado Classics: Run the Rockies contains detailed information for 50 classic trail runs chosen for their proximity to the major population centers of the Front Range, as well as their incredible scenic qualities and appeal to runners of all abilities. Here you'll find everything you need to enjoy the best that the state has to offer: accurate access and route descriptions, must-have color maps and elevation profiles, running techniques, equipment checklists, safety tips and full- color photography. Fully GPS enabled means that you can use the newest navigational technology to keep you on the right trail.

Runners who want to spend more time running than reading can take advantage of the special "GO!" boxes with encapsulated route info. Color coding of ratings from beginner to expert take the guesswork out of choosing a run and an easy-to-understand system of symbols quickly identifies runs that are seasonal, or are dog friendly, or require fees.

Runner's World Complete Guide to Trail Running
Dagny Scott Barrios
Runner's World Complete Guide to Trail Running Trail Running is one of the fastest growing segments in the sport of running.

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. Inside you will find everything you need to know about trail running:

- 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

Running Colorado's Front Range
Brian Metzler
This illustrated book offers runners of all abilities insights on the best routes in Denver, Boulder, Colorado Springs, Golden, Fort Collins, and areas east of the Continental Divide. More than 50 routes are described, from the popular paved loop in Denver's City Park to dozens of pastoral escapes. Also covered are regional races, running groups, and stores. Veteran runner Brian Metzler also shares his knowledge and advice on running at altitude, race training, and staying hydrated in dry climates on these magnificent Colorado trails.

The Ultimate Guide To Trail Running
Adam Chase and Nancy Hobbs
Here is everything you need to know about equipment, finding trials, nutrition, hill strategy, racing, training, weather, first aid, and much more.

Trail running is fast becoming one of today's most popular fitness activities, combining the physical benefits of walking and road running with the spirit of adventure that comes from hiking and mountain biking. Essential Trail Running is the first- ever "how-to" guide that offers complete instruction including:

* How to get started; finding the best trails
* Strategies for ascents and descents
* Maneuvering off-road obstacles
* High-altitude training
* Cothing, shoes, and equipment
* Trail safety and weather
* Trail racing
* And more.

This is the first book on this fast-growing area for runners.

Trail Runner's Guide To Colorado: 50 Great Trail Runs
Phil Mislinski
I recently started trail running within the last year, and found this book to be very insightful, easy and entertaining to read. The format is straightforward, and they offer a witty "Norm"al guy view of all the trails. This is helpful for me because I probably can't handle (yet) some of the runs shown. Trails are rated from easy to extremely difficult (the "Norm"al guy didn't run those). I would suggest this book for ANYBODY who enjoys running - trails or not!

Trail Running: From Novice to Master (The Mountaineers Outdoor Expert Series)
Kirsten Poulin
I really, really enjoyed this book. I've always loved running, but for years I always kept to the roads. I always wondered what kind of running experience I would have "in the woods" but never dared to venture off the paved surfaces. This book gave me the confidence to do just that, and I'm amazed at what I've been missing all these years. Animals, scenery, rivers, mountains, sunrises and sunsets... what a treat. Thank you for writing this book. My senses (and also my knees) thank you!