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.

Colorado’s Jenny Simpson Looks to the Future

After she placed tenth in her marquee event, the 1500 meters, in June at the 2021 Olympic Track & Field Trials, Jenny Simpson wasn’t sure what would come next. Up until this year, she had never failed to make a U.S. team, in 14 years of competing.

Grizzly Creek Trail closed

The Grizzly Creek Trail and Grizzly Creek Canyon are closed. The closure is due to significant damage from debris flows that closed a section of Interstate 70 for several days and severely damaged the Hanging Lake trail following mudslides in late July.