POSSIBILITIES FOR CATEGORIZATION OF MOUNTAIN RUNNING COURSES ON THE EXAMPLE OF THE COURSE FOR "HRISTO BOTEV CUP" - VRATSA, BULGARIA

Abstract

Mountain running, as an athletic discipline, which differs from other so-called trek-trails running with specific, defined requirements to the parameters of the courses on which races are held. However, each route has its own uniqueness. Explaining the specific features of a particular course can help the planning for the specialized training. A complex characteristic of the course for mountain run "Hristo Botev Cup" is made in accordance with the system of difficulty level, covering the main criteria showing the nature of the courses. Exploring a greater number of race courses with the help of the system will make it possible to create a categorization for mountain running.