Running - it's more than just exercise. It's a test of physical and mental endurance, a fight against limits, and a way to connect with the environment, global community of runners, and, ultimately, yourself. Through terrains, both paved and rugged, and distances, both long and short, Michael Clinton, the president and marketing and publishing director for Hearst Magazines, has always packed his running shoes with him as he travelled to over 126 countries in all 7 continents. In Tales from the Trails, Clinton and others, including Michael Capiraso, president of NYRR (New York Road Runners), detail stories of trial, tribulation, and triumph, revealing how running has helped someone find love, strengthened their relationship with God, and enabled another to conquer fear and disappointment. Tales from the Trails is a reminder to lace up those old sneakers and hit the trails to run for your life, love, and happiness. AUTHOR: Michael Clinton is president and marketing and publishing director for Hearst Magazines. His responsibilities include oversight of twenty publications, including Harper's Bazaar, Marie Claire, O, The Oprah Magazine, Seventeen, and Esquire. Clinton also serves on the Board of the Hearst Corporation and is the Chairman of the Magazine Publishers of America. He is a trustee of the International Center of Photography and is the founder and president of the nonprofit organisation, Circle of Generosity. He lives in New York City and Southampton, NY. SELLING POINTS: Michael Clinton, a premier globetrotter who's travelled the seven continents, has documented his experiences in several previous Glitterati titles, including Wanderlust, The Globetrotter Diaries, and Global Snaps Includes contributions from fitness expert Jenny Hadfield and two-time seven continent marathoner Kelly McLay, among others Provides inspiration and motivation for runners and marathoners regardless of skill level
