Articles related to "Trail Running"

The growth in organized trail-runs of modest distances allows the average runner to experience the beauty and serenity of trail running without doing an ultramarathon

Running on trails can add a new challenge for beginning runners. How is trail running different? Do new trail runners need special equipment?

Find running shoes to fit your specific needs.

For hiking to observe nature and South Texas wildlife, running or mountain biking for exercise, or running the Seabrook Lucky Trail Marathon, Seabrook is the place.

Staying in groups, making lots of noise and avoiding smelly foods are ways to prevent cougar sightings when entering the wilderness.

March 14 - 15, 2009 will mark the 6th year in the history of this long distance trail running event. Over the years it's grown to include a relay and a half-marathon.

Most distance runners experience a decline in speed after the age of 50. Joining ranks of Geezer runners, however, brings a new world of rewards and challenges.

Hikers seeking to improve their summit times on Vancouver, B.C.'s Grouse Grind should consider weight, fitness and a strategy.

A training guide for marathon runners who are ready to take the next step up to ultramarathons. It covers speedwork, weight training, long runs, stretching, mindset.

Slovenia offers biking trails around the Julian Alps, the Adriatic Sea and underground biking in the Karavanke Mountains.

The Grouse Grind is an intense outdoor workout that rewards hikers with stunning vistas of Vancouver and the Lower Mainland from the peak of Grouse Mountain.

In the summer months, day hiking on Mount Seymour offers some of the most picturesque and easily accessible 360-degree vistas in the British Columbia Coast Mountains.

Hiking the Lynn Valley Loop is an exceptional way to sample the stunning forest scenery of the BC Coastal Mountains without spending hours getting to the trailhead.

Wildcat Glades Conservation and Audubon Center in Joplin, Missouri invites the whole family to enjoy nature with accessible trails and programming.

Looking for a new challenge? This race series offers each two-person team a chance to bike, run and get dirty!

There are many superb places to run in Track Town, USA. This article will deal with running mostly south of the University of Oregon.

Running is a great way to get in shape, improve health and feel great.

How to train for a marathon; discusses mileage build-up with the 10% rule, cross-training, hillwork, speedwork, weekly long runs, hydration, weight training, and more.

From the scenic path around the Stanley Park Seawall to the arduous trail up the Stawamus Chief, here are several day hike suggestions for hikers in the Vancouver area.

The West Ridge Trail descends from Laguna Beach, California's Temple Hill (Top of the World) and provide spectacular canyon and ocean vistas in all directions.

See Denver by bicycle. A city bike trail network of paved, off-road paths covers 850 miles, with trails along rivers, creeks, recreation areas and on into the mountains.

The art of photography is a complex endeavor, especially when sports and the outdoors are involved. Try these solutions for better outdoor sporting pics.

The West Palisades Trail, part of the Chattahoochee River National Recreation Area, provides scenic forests, river views, and opportunities to traverse rock outcroppings.

Fitness experts share their best tips on how to get fit for ski season. Pre-season exercise for skiers will make skiing more fun and to help avoid injury on the slopes.

Juneau, Alaska's third largest city and capital has the most extensive trail system in all of Southeast. These three hikes are just a taste of what Juneau offers.

Peak foliage in Northern New England depends on latitude, elevation, and distance from the Atlantic. Best autumn color occurs between late September and mid October.

Devil's Thumb Ranch, a leading Nordic skiing center, will host the Winter Triathlon Nationals, which includes cross country skiing, trail running and mountain biking.

Get off the highway and take the Turquoise Trail National Scenic Byway to see unspoilt New Mexico. It is one of southwest America's most scenic drives

Branson Missouri is a entertainment mecca that transforms into a glittering display of holiday lights and magic during the Christmas season.

Columbia Park in Kennewick, Washington, is a treasure trove of recreational opportunities. From athletics to war memorials, the park has something for every interest.

Running in the snow can be a fun way to keep fit in the winter. Staying warm and dry makes the experience much safer and more comfortable.

The only Amazon jungle lodge inside the borders of Tambopata National Reserve in Southeastern Peru, Explorer's Inn has been attracting wildlife enthusiasts for decades.

A week spent in various habitats in southwestern New Mexico in summer can produce a variety of species of birds.

The Black Forest offers among the finest hiking trails in Europe, an area swathed in evergreen conifers, easily accessible and yet easy to lose oneself in its tranquility

Where did the Southern Delta Aquarids meteor shower originate from? It may be a mystery, but seeing it is not. Find out when and where to look.

A guide to the hiking and biking trails on Pinckney Island on the South Carolina Coast.

A ski trip in the mountains does not have to cost a fortune. New Hampshire's Ragged Mountain and Inn at Danbury offer money-saving value and fun on the slopes.

South of the Smoky Mountains National Park, the Cherokee and Nantahala National Forests offer a wealth of summer recreational opportunities, without the crowds.

Vines of the Lavaux vineyards in Switzerland can be traced back to the 11th century, and many of the vineyards have been operated by the same families for generations.

Leave nothing to chance. Try out a wedding hairstyle before the wedding so there are no surprises or disappointments on the big day.

River festivals bring together outdoor enthusiasts for competitive sports such as downriver kayaking, slalom racing, mountain biking, fly fishing, rafting and much more.

Arizona's White Mountains offer a cool summer get away. The Fort Apache Indian reservation has many hunting, recreation, and sightseeing opportunities.

Located near Branson, Missouri, the Chadwick Motorcycle and ATV Area offers a picturesque camping and ATV riding location, with a well established trail system.

Juniper Springs, located near Ocala, Fla., is considered by many to be the best campground and recreational facility in all of Central Florida.

The Bozeman Trail is created and the military builds forts along it. Red Cloud and Crazy Horse lead attacks against these forts. Immigrants bring in small pox and measles

The idea of a Trans Canada hiking/cycling trail across the country was first mooted in 1992 as a project to mark the country's 125th birthday.

Nestled in the Niagara Escarpment in the Greater Toronto Area are some captivating waterfalls accessible by hiking trails and preserved in their natural woodland settings

Want to climb one of Colorado's 54 Mountains over 14,000 feet? This article covers training, equipment, and other advice for reaching the summit.

Spring wildflowers carpet the Washington and Oregon sides of the Columbia River Gorge beginning in March. See Wild Irises, Rein Orchids, Shooting Stars, Camas and more.

Coniston Water, in the past the site of Donald Campbell's fatal crash in "Bluebird," and the inspiration for Swallows and Amazons, now welcomes canoeists and kayakers.