Colorado's running news, events and results source Tue, 31 Mar 2026 21:50:11 +0000 en-US hourly 1 https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/04/02/joggy-named-official-and-exclusive-energy-drink-of-the-bolderboulder-10k/ Thu, 02 Apr 2026 11:47:00 +0000 https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/?p=141029 The BOLDERBoulder 10K is proud to announce a new partnership with Boulder-based Joggy, naming the fast-growing local brand as the Official and Exclusive Energy Drink of the BOLDERBoulder.]]> https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/03/31/jude-ritzenhein-runs-10th-fastest-1600-ever-by-a-freshman/ Tue, 31 Mar 2026 11:39:00 +0000 https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/?p=140981 It's hard to ignore the last name Ritzenhein as a track fan.  Former Olympian and 5000m American Record Holder Dathan Ritzenhein was a two time Foot Locker Nationals XC Champion in 1999 and 2000.]]> https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/03/29/usatf-colorado-announces-2026-grand-prix-series-featuring-six-race-lineup-and-10000-prize-purse/ Sun, 29 Mar 2026 21:23:55 +0000 https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/?p=140895 USATF Colorado has announced the return of the USATF Colorado Grand Prix for 2026, featuring a dynamic six-race series, a continued “home meet” format, and a total of $10,000 in prize money for top-performing clubs and individuals.]]> https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/03/25/colorado-runners-who-want-to-level-up-their-fitness-are-rethinking-the-way-they-train/ Wed, 25 Mar 2026 20:43:17 +0000 https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/?p=140783 Running has always had a simple appeal. Lace up your shoes, step outside, and start moving. Yet anyone who has stuck with the sport for more than a few months knows that real progress rarely comes from mileage alone.]]> https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/03/08/krueger-family-shamrock-shuffle-showshoe-race-on-march-15th/ Sun, 08 Mar 2026 11:39:00 +0000 https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/?p=139721 Celebrate St. Patrick’s Day with the Vail Recreation District at the 15th Annual Krueger FamilyShamrock Shuffle Snowshoe & Running Race, plus a free kids’ fun run, on Sunday, March 15 at the Vail Nordic Center. ]]> https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/03/05/training-zones-why-vo2-testing-beats-guessing/ Thu, 05 Mar 2026 12:11:00 +0000 https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/?p=139438 When you’re serious about running performance, understanding your endurance matters. Knowing your physical and mental effort is crucial for optimizing your health and performance, and even for injury prevention. ]]> https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/01/24/bolderboulder-third-largest-u-s-race-in-2025-largest-10k/ Sat, 24 Jan 2026 13:07:00 +0000 https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/?p=137620 Running USA, the premier trade organization for the road race industry, recently released its list of the 100 Largest Road Races in the United States for 2025, with the BOLDERBoulder ranking as the third-largest race in the country and the largest 10K in the United States.]]> https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/01/23/how-athletes-handle-transport-during-long-distance-moves/ Fri, 23 Jan 2026 20:57:53 +0000 https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/?p=137611 Moving long distances can be a challenge for anyone, but athletes face a unique set of logistics when it comes to relocating. Between transporting specialized equipment, managing training schedules, and ensuring everything arrives safely, athletes often must plan their moves with the same precision they use in their sport.]]> https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/01/22/indoor-cardio-setups-for-distance-runners/ Thu, 22 Jan 2026 21:04:34 +0000 https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/?p=137614 Outdoor running sits at the core of distance training because it builds rhythm, durability, and confidence that machines cannot fully replace. Even the most consistent runners, however, encounter long stretches when outdoor mileage becomes difficult to maintain.]]> https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/01/20/wellness-beyond-the-track-sustainable-habits-for-active-lives/ Tue, 20 Jan 2026 19:02:23 +0000 https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/?p=137186 Taking care of your body isn’t limited to running miles or lifting weights. What we do outside of training carries just as much weight as the workout itself. How we rest, how we eat, and how we manage small moments of relaxation makes a real difference in performance—and in how we feel day to day.]]> https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/01/17/cherry-creek-grad-parker-wolfe-top-american-at-world-cross-country-championships/ Sat, 17 Jan 2026 12:57:00 +0000 https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/?p=136851 In his World Championships debut, Cherry Creek graduate Parker Wolfe was the first American to cross the finish line for Team USA at the 2026 World Athletics Cross Country Championships in Apalachee Regional Park in Florida on Saturday, January 10th.]]> https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2026/01/12/how-shared-history-fuels-stronger-communities/ Tue, 13 Jan 2026 00:22:00 +0000 https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/?p=136282 Communities are more than just groups of people living in close proximity. They are the living tapestry of shared experiences, memories, and traditions. The bonds that tie people together often grow strongest when rooted in a common past.]]> https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2025/12/27/2026-usatf-mountain-ultra-trail-championships-announced/ Sat, 27 Dec 2025 12:51:00 +0000 https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/?p=135605 The USATF Mountain Ultra Trail (MUT) Executive Committee announces that the following seven events have been selected to host USATF Championships in 2026. A combined prize purse of $77,650 will be awarded at these championship events along with USATF medals and patches.]]> https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2025/12/15/cherry-creek-grad-wins-national-cross-country-title/ Mon, 15 Dec 2025 12:37:00 +0000 https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/?p=134912 Cherry Creek grad Parker Wolfe and Weini Kelati won USATF cross country titles over 10K on Saturday in Portland, Ore., and will lead Team USATF to the 2026 World Athletics Cross Country Championships to be held in Tallahassee, Fla., on January 10.]]> https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/2025/12/13/niwot-boys-win-girls-second-at-nike-cross-nationals/ Sat, 13 Dec 2025 12:34:00 +0000 https://www.coloradorunnermag.com/?p=134909 Nike XC National Championship was another year in the books and another mud fest out in Portland at Glendoveer Golf Course. Colorado was heavily represented on both the boys and girls sides.]]>