“I run because it’s my passion, and not just a sport. Every time I walk out the door, I know why I’m going where I’m going and I’m already focused on that special place where I find my peace and solitude. Running, to me, is more than just a physical exercise… it’s a consistent reward […]

by Jonah Keri
While you were still sleeping, Scott Jurek ran 30 miles, up a trail that climbs 3,600 feet. While you shuffled to the kitchen for Cheerios, Jurek spent two hours strength training, working his entire upper and lower body. He’s not done yet. A core routine follows, as Jurek works his abdominal muscles until […]

There are not many runners who can honestly say that their running is never affected by mental or psychological factors. Almost everyone who competes or attempts to do their best at some important aspect of life has experienced both mental boosts and hindrances.
Doubts, confidence, courage and fears for example can have a significant impact […]

“If you come to think of it, you never see deer, dogs and rabbits worrying about their menus and yet they run much faster than humans.” –Emil Zatopek
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Breckenridge - The Gold Run Nordic Center proved to be the location for fast times and tough climbs at Saturday’s Swift Skeddadle Snowshoe Race.
After 10 varied kilometers, Keri Nelson and Lindsay Krause took first and second overall, respecitively, followed by Summit local David Wilcox in third.
Nelson, or Grand Junction, maintained her undefeated season. With […]

by Nicole Nichols
Your feet work hard every day, carrying you through your daily tasks while you walk, stand, carry, lift, climb, clean, work, and exercise. If you neglect your feet—especially during a workout—then your feet with have to deal with swelling, blisters, and lasting discomfort on top of everything else.
One of the best ways to […]

“Act like a horse.  Be dumb.  Just run.” –Jumbo Elliott
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Trail races in Indiana, Arizona and Maryland kick off popular, seven-month race series.
Sponsored by La Sportiva, the Trail Runner Trophy Series is the world’s largest off-road running series, encompassing 121 races held between March 1 to September 30. Kicking off this year’s series on March 1 are the Foot Pursuit 5k in Valparasio, Indiana, Old […]