The Dismal Swamp Canal Trail
The Great Dismal Swamp Refuge is home to a myriad species of wildlife. Parts of the Refuge were surveyed by George Washington's company, and the Swamp is nationally recognized as a stop on the "Underground Railroad".
The GDS Refuge is also a resting spot for thousands of migratory birds in the fall and spring. The trail is linear and flat, perfect for people of all ages to bike or walk and horse owners to ride. The Ballahack Road Boat Ramp provides easy access to launch a boat, canoe or kayak.
The Dismal Swamp Canal Trail, is a former section of Virginia State Route 17, now a multiuse trail open to bicycling, walking, running/hiking, horseback riding, and boating. The north trail head is located at 1246 Dismal Swamp Canal Trail, close to the intersection of George Washington Highway South/Business US 17 and Dominion Boulevard South/US 17 in Chesapeake, VA.
HEALTHY RUNNING
Running is a very popular activity, enjoyed by many around the globe. Without argue running has great positive effects on the individual’s physical and mental health.
Running, however, is also characterized by a high number of injuries. These injuries impact the health gains achieved through running and are even linked to drop-out from this otherwise healthy activity.
There is evidence showing that it is possible to prevent injuries in runners. Most of the available interventions aim to change individual risk factors (ie, strength, stability, load) to reduce the risk of injury
