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Derek Griffiths is the owner of Colorado Runner. He is also the race director for all events produced by Colorado Runner Events. An avid runner since middle school, Derek has completed over 50 marathons with a PR of 2:41:09 set at the Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon in 2003.

Brooks Midwest Regional Championship Recap

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The cross country postseason is heating up, bringing exciting regional action across the nation. This past weekend, several Colorado athletes traveled to Kenosha, Wisconsin, to take on the Brooks XC Championships Midwest.

Building the Foundation: Physical Training for Runners

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Athletic running involves a remarkable combination of endurance, strength, and physical resilience. One of the most crucial abilities for every runner is a strong aerobic base, which permits the body to sustain exercise over extended distances without excessive exhaustion.

XC Athlete Profile: Calia Vaughn

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One of our last future stars for the 2025 cross country season is sophomore Calia Vaughn of Boulder High School! She has been incredibly consistent throughout this whole season.

Colorado Springs’ Flower sets world record in 50 mile

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Well, there is not much more to be said on what turned into an amazing day of history making for the 2025 Tunnel Hill 50 Mile USATF National Championship. Along with the championship, Tunnel Hill hosted a marathon, 100K, and 100-mile event.

XC Athlete Profile: Colton Goucher

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Throughout this season, Colton Goucher has ran some impressive times and finished well in fields with much more mature and older runners, yet he has still held his own.