Tower running

Tower running

Tower running is a sport, which involves running up tall man-made structures. Usually the races take place on the internal staircases of skyscrapers, but the term can cover any foot race which involves a course that ascends a man-made structure.

External links

* [http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/asia-pacific/4453860.stm BBC article on race in Taipei]
* [http://www.towerrunning.com/ TowerRunning.com]
* [http://www.stairclimbingsport.com/ Stair Climbing Sport]


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