Book brief -- "Trail Running Guide to Western Washington: Over 50 Great Trail Runs"

Originally published June 26, 2001

Tired of running in circles? Go off-road.

Joggers who have tired of the scenery on the same old neighborhood circuits can try a cross-country workout called trail running.

It ups the pace and the heartbeat rate from a regular hike. Read where to dash in "Trail Running Guide to Western Washington: Over 50 Great Trail Runs," by Mike McQuaide (Sasquatch Books, Seattle, $16.95).

In addition to topographic maps and trail descriptions, the Bellingham writer rates the runs by pain (difficulty) and gain (appeal).

The trails also are good for regular hikers.

The Olympian Copyright 2001

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