Description
Running can be not only good for your body, but it can also be good for your soul as well especially if you’re running upon some of America’s most gorgeous outdoor running trails. In America’s Best Trails, author and running expert, Jeff Galloway and his son, Brennan Galloway take you on a journey across some of America’s beautiful trails. Jeff and Brennan will present some of their favorite and most scenic places to run or walk in the United States in this book. This list includes places in almost all of the 50 states, divided geographically from West to East. Each route has directions to the trail head and special instructions to enjoy the area. Beautiful pictures of the scenery and historical facts of the area or trail round out each listing. While most of the routes are places to run anytime, Americas Best Trails also includes running events, such as the Big Sur International and the Big Wild Life Run. Jeff Galloway helps you prepare for your runs by including tips on trail running, dealing with elevation, running uphill and downhill. He also helps you understand how to run on various terrains. He also directs you in how your endurance. Included in this book are time-tested suggestions for choosing footwear, clothing, drinks, and energy snacks. Americas Best Trails is a running book, a travel book and more it’s an inspiration for every runner and walker!
About the Author
Jeff Galloway has created the Run-Walk-Run low mileage marathon training program, a Runner’s World columnist, and an inspirational speaker for more than 200 running and fitness sessions each year. Jeff has worked with hundreds of thousands of runners including participants of run Disney events for which he provides training programs, tips and videos. Jeff is the author of the bestselling running instruction book in North America in addition to dozens of other books on running and walking.