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The USA Olympic Team Women’s Marathon Trials race, to be hosted by RRCA member Atlanta Track Club, is likely to be distinctly different than the men’s race. Unlike the men’s competition where veteran marathoners Leonard Korir and Galen Rupp have been viewed as the favorites, the women’s race will feature a handful of athletes who have rung up closely-bunched impressive times, shown great progression, and displayed toughness in prior marathons and other championship competitions.

There are many misconceptions about exercise, fat, and carbs when it relates to sports nutrition and women. From carb loading to low intensity exercise, here are a few examples.

Ultrarunning Magazine has been publishing lists of the top ultrarunners of the year. Many of the top runners are from Colorado.

A new study of first-time London Marathon runners found that their basic training program produced important health benefits. After four months, the runners had lower blood pressure and greater flexibility in their cardiac arteries.

Sleep. It’s a precious commodity, and one of the pillars of health and wellness. But for about one-third of Canadians, sleep doesn’t come easily, which makes everyday tasks, including exercise, that much harder to enjoy.

The Kokopelli Racing Team from Colorado Springs won multiple team championships at the 2019 National Junior Olympic Cross Country Championships at Yahara Hills Golf Course in Madison, Wisconsin, showing their depth and skill. Four-thousand of the country’s finest youth cross country athletes braved sub-freezing temperatures Saturday to compete in the races.

Runners kicked off Thanksgiving morning at the TD5K in Highlands Ranch. The chilly temperatures didn't stop athletes from coming out and getting in their turkey trot.