Author

Derek Griffiths 1137 posts 0 comments

Derek Griffiths is the owner of Colorado Runner. He is also the race director for all events produced by Colorado Runner Events. An avid runner since middle school, Derek has completed over 50 marathons with a PR of 2:41:09 set at the Cincinnati Flying Pig Marathon in 2003.

Flyathlon: Where Running, Fishing, and Craft Beer Collide

Just about 10 years ago, Andrew Todd was working as a research biologist in the wilds of Colorado’s San Luis Valley, living out of his truck with time on his hands at the end of the workday. “I’d go run and fish,” he says, “and I always had…

THCV for Runners: The New Cannabinoid for Endurance Sports

For runners and endurance athletes, maintaining high energy, focus, and optimal recovery is essential for peak performance. While many athletes are already familiar with the benefits of CBD (cannabidiol) for post-exercise relief and…

Colorado Future Stars: Calia Vaughn

In this week's edition of Colorado Future Stars we'll be highlighting a few standout performances among the freshman class. On that note, it appears there's another Vaughn on the rise!

Colorado Future Stars: Delaney Reuter

Colorado, meet Delaney Reuter! The Eaton sophomore has been on a rampage in the opening weeks of the season. Reuter recently torched a state-leading 17:15 to win the John Martin XC Invitational in a course record.

Becoming A Better Runner

Running isn’t for everyone, but it can be an exceptionally good exercise for many people. The activity requires dedication and experience. Therefore, readers must realize that they’re not going to transform into great runners overnight. If…

What to Do After Every Run You Take

Running is an excellent way to boost fitness, improve cardiovascular health, and relieve stress. But just as important as the run itself is what you do afterward. The steps you take post-run play a crucial role in recovery, injury…