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Winter in Colorado presents a unique blend of challenges and opportunities, especially for those who love running. The picturesque snow-covered landscapes are enchanting, but the cold and icy conditions require special attention to safety and motivation. In this scenario, adopting an active lifestyle is essential not only for physical fitness but also for mental health.

During the fall, Colorado was the only state that held onto the top spot on the girls MileSplit50 rankings. It would fluctuate between Niwot and Air Academy for the No. 1 ranked team dating back to the preseason release in September.

Benjamin Anderson, a Mountain Vista junior, finished 9th at the 2023 Foot Locker Nationals, with a 15:32 finish.

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.