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While Barrington (IL) scored the top points in the team race, it was Fossil Ridge, the Colorado squad with the top average and the state's Class 5A runner-up, that found their depth in the final deciding moments.

The Southwest came. Saw. And conquered in the 2023 Mud Fest at Nike Cross Nationals. Despite the classic Pacific Northwest conditions, one state in particular dominated the competition in the girl's race. Colorado quite literally stole the show.

Will 2023 be the year that a Colorado squad finally captures a Nike Cross Nationals team title? For as stellar as the state has been in recent years, a NXN title has eluded quite a few squads.

A college student's life is frequently a frenzy of intellectual challenges, social interactions, and personal development. For students, keeping their mental health becomes crucial amid the chaos. Mindful running is a holistic strategy that is becoming increasingly well-liked, which combines physical exercise with mental health.

Official at-large berths have been handed to teams across the U.S. following the ninth and final regional of the Nike Cross Nationals system: The California State championships. 

Colorado showed up at the Foot Locker Midwest Region Championships in Kenosha, WI. Four will represent the Centennial State at Foot Locker Nationals in sunny San Diego, CA.

As with most years, Colorado will be sending its best to Oregon in two weeks. The two best girl's teams in the country went head-to-head for the first time this season - Air Academy and Niwot toed the line at NXR-Southwest and put on a clinic.

Thornton is a city where the outdoor culture thrives, and endurance sports are a way of life. Runners of all levels in this vibrant community understand the importance of balancing their passion for running with their daily responsibilities.

Running isn't just a pastime or a way to stay fit - it's a complex interplay of bodily systems, where everything from your cardiovascular capacity to the strength of your skeletal muscle contributes to your performance. The science behind exercise's impact on running performance is vast and multidimensional. It stitches together diverse threads from physiology, biomechanics, and psychology. This guide delves into the deep layers of this interplay, shedding light on how exercise — both running-specific and cross-training — can transform your running performance. Whether you're a novice runner or an experienced marathoner, this exploration offers valuable insights to enhance your understanding and boost your running prowess.

Consistently engaging in physical exercise is beneficial for your health. We know it, you know it, and almost everyone knows it. The U.S. Department of Health and Human Services recommends that adults be active nearly every day of the week and accrue at least 150 minutes of moderate-intensity exercise per week. Running is one type of physical activity that can bring the health benefits associated with exercise.