Hot Chocolate Race Brings 5,000 Runners to Denver

The Hot Chocolate 15K and 5K series returned to Denver on Sunday. The race series brought 5,000 people to a new course in Washington Park, due to the shutdown of Civic Center Park. The race offered two distances, premium swag and a post-race chocolate experience.

New Research Changes Thoughts on How to Fuel on Race Day

It’s undeniable that carbohydrate intake during a long race improves performance, but exactly how much, what type and when you need it is less certain. Recently, researchers at Loughborough University in the […]

Meet Olympians at the Colorado Springs Mile

The Colorado Springs Mile run, a new community event, will kick off the first-ever Wrestle Like a Girl (WLAG) Sports Empowerment Festival scheduled for October 23, 2021 in downtown Colorado Springs. The event will […]

What type of trail runner are you? (according to science)

“Tell me how you feel when you run, I’ll tell you who you are.” That is the title for a recent study published in the journal Scientific Research. The authors wanted to understand what motivates long-distance trail runners to push their bodies for hours (or even days) over difficult terrain in all types of conditions. They identified three main categories of trail runners — which one are you?

Last Minute Marathon Tips

Running a marathon is one of the most satisfying accomplishments. To get a taste of that sweet satisfaction of crossing the finish line, you’ll have to put in some hard […]

Run the Rocks 15th Anniversary on October 10!

You are invited to join us for this year’s 15th annual Run the Rocks at Red Rocks Park and Amphitheatre. We’ve re-imagined the race course but kept the amazing views […]

Denver Ranked 4th Fittest City

We know our audience is full of highly motivated, active individuals who prioritize fitness in a major way. This lifestyle attracts others who live similarly, and from the perspective of our running clubs, cycling groups and other active social circles, you might think your city tops the "fittest cities" list.

Another 14er Closes to the Public

Mt Lindsey near Alamosa is now closed to the public. The closure is over liability concerns. The 14er is now added to a growing list of Colorado mountain trails that […]

Colorado’s Rojas Wins Cherry Blossom 10 Mile; Simpson Gets Second

Nell Rojas of Boulder won the Cherry Blossom Ten Mile Run on Sunday, winning her first national USATF title. She finished the race in 52 minutes 13 seconds to edge second-place Jenny Simpson in 52:16. The race served as the USA Track & Field 10 mile championship.