The Best Trail Running Books of All Time

From your first 5k up to trail marathon level, this is the ultimate guide to trail running. From 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 level all the way to a first trail marathon. And if you're already an experienced runner, you'll find the strength-work, injury prevention moves and training plans to take you to the next level with your best performance ever.

To keep you enjoying every step, there are inspiring stories from real trail runners and the best advice from top off-road athletes, coaches and experts. Running myths are busted, excuses not to run are countered and there are great ideas to get friends and family our on the trails too. Keeping you going strong, there are over 30 easy recipes to fuel you both in training and racing. And if you want to explore more, the navigation and route planning information makes it easy for you to create an exciting off-road adventure. Trail running is such a wonderful way to see the world, so the final chapter covers the best races from all over the globe, with essential advice from the pros. This book arms you with the best possible chance of achieving your next trail running challenge, whether it's a fast time on a well-loved local hill, or a destination race to be savored in New Zealand. If you're a trail runner or would like to become one, this book is your new best friend.

Trail Running Unleashed: Conquer Ultramarathons even if you think you can’t. A Trailblazer's Journey from Doubt to Triumph! Are you tired of hitting the same pavement day after day? Ready to break free and conquer nature's breathtaking trails? Are you yearning for a running experience that takes you beyond the predictable and into the exhilarating unknown? Are you facing doubts about your endurance, wondering if you have what it takes to push your limits and endure the grueling demands of an ultramarathon? Do you long for guidance that not only hones your physical capabilities but strengthens your mental tenacity?

Are you struggling to find your footing in the running world, let alone considering the leap to ultramarathons? Overwhelmed by the immense gap between your current ability and the demands of endurance running? This book is for the everyday person that dreams of becoming more. Whether you are a brand new runner, looking to make the jump from roads to trails, or just looking for more information on how to improve, this book is for you. No matter your experience level, age, or doubts, we have you covered. Here is what you will discover inside:Techniques to push beyond self-imposed boundaries and achieve more than you believed possible.Developing a strong mindset to overcome obstacles and push through to the finish line.How the ultramarathon journey shapes not just your running ability, but your entire life.Breaking away from the constraints of traditional running mentalities to embrace the wilder, explorative world of trail running.Fueling your body for endurance—pre, during, and post-run strategies for optimal performance.Strategies to tackle weather fluctuations and extreme temperatures.Preparing your body for the demands of trail running and ultramarathons to avoid setbacks.From hydration packs to safety gear, understanding and selecting the necessary equipment for trail running.Creating a community of fellow runners and mentors for advice, motivation, and shared experiences.Are you uncertain about your current fitness level, thinking you're not cut out for the rugged trails of ultramarathons? This book is for anyone seeking a transformative journey. Tailored for beginners and intermediates, it’s a roadmap that starts where you are and guides you to your ultramarathon aspirations. Or maybe you are thinking your lifestyle won’t accommodate the demands of trail running and ultramarathon training? It’s time to reconsider. This book isn’t about a complete overhaul; it’s about discovering how this transformative journey can align with your lifestyle, creating a balance that enriches rather than disrupts. It’s not just about becoming a runner; it’s about redefining your life with a thrilling new dimension. If you want to unlock the secrets to becoming a trail runner and conquering ultramarathons, then scroll up and click the "Add to Cart" button now!

The 40 routes in this guidebook offer some of the best trail running, fell running and sky running routes in the Lake District National Park. Each route has been carefully graded to indicate terrain and difficulty so that the runner can select a route that suits their ability or aspirations for the day. Routes range from 5 miles to 21 miles, and include classics such as the Helvellyn skyline, Langdale Horseshoe, Borrowdale and Scafell Pike direct. Detailed route descriptions and OS map extracts accompany each route, along with key facts, including distance, ascent, descent, timings, maps, transport and parking.

There is a useful introduction explaining the history of trail and fell running in the Lake District, along with advice about the best bases for a trail running holiday, equipment and adapting to running off road. There is a rich history of mountain running in the UK, and for many the Lake District is the spiritual home of fell running. Whether you want to follow the course of some of the classic fell races, or explore some of the quieter corners of the national park, the aim of this book is to inspire you to enjoy this thrilling sport in one of its greatest playgrounds.