This book was written for the full range of on-foot exercisers, from serious runners in training to recreational joggers to people who just appreciate a solid walk. The book highlights the top 50 urban 4- to 10-mile routes in 14 major U.S. cities. The cities covered are: Atlanta, Boston, Chicago, Dallas, Denver, Indianapolis, Los Angeles, Minneapolis, New York, Philadelphia, San Diego, San Francisco, Seattle, and Washington. The routes are designed to be not too long for a half-day walk and long enough for a nice run for a serious runner. City and route descriptions include information on local history and attractions, on-foot conditions, local weather, crime statistics, points of interest, public transit to/from start/finish (if needed), and food and beverage establishments at the end of the route. Ways to vary routes according to personal taste are discussed, along with other ideas for on-foot routes in each city covered. The book includes 64 maps and 125 photographs. It is a must-have for the business or recreational traveler who likes to get outdoors for exercise.
Warwick Ford was born and raised in Australia, lived in Canada for 12 years, and moved to the USA in 1996. He and wife Nola generally live in the New York or Boston area in the spring and summer, and in winter they head west to the Colorado Rockies.
Warwick is a keen runner, skier, and outdoors enthusiast. Recognizing the need for good runners and walkers guide books for our cities, he and Nola started the "Fun on Foot" book series and website. The latest title in that series, "Fun on Foot in New York" helps residents, visitors, and newcomers to the New York City region get outdoors running and walking more.
Warwick's degrees include a Ph.D. from the University of Toronto. Prior to retiring from his technology career he authored two titles in the computer security field.
