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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.

Gear Review: Oiselle Spring 18 – Ballard Bra

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Newly released within the 2018 Oiselle Spring Collection, the Ballard Bra is named after a hip Seattle neighborhood situated on the waterfront and centered on historic Ballard Avenue. True to its roots, the bra has a trendy look and feel to…

Issue 79 (Spring 2018)

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Welcome to the Event Guide for 2018! These pages are packed with every type of race you can imagine. We have traditional running and walking events, as well as trail races and multisport races, such as triathlons.

The Day Before: 7 Last-Minute Preparations For Your Next Race

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After months of training, the big day is finally almost here. The 24 hours before a race have a big impact on your performance, so you’ll need to get your body ready for the miles ahead. Whether this is your first race or your hundredth,…

Runners Brave Freezing Temps at Super Sunday 5K

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Every year, South Suburban Parks and Recreation puts on the Super Sunday 5K on Super Bowl Sunday. This year, the weather brought out some flurries and temperatures in the med-teens.

Christians, Renner Win Super Bowl 5K

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Despite freezing temperatures, over 700 runners and walkers took part in the Super Bowl 5K this past Sunday at Wash Park in Denver. Hosted by BKB, Ltd. and HAL Sports, the event is the third in the RunDenver Series. Participants were…

3 Tips To Improve Running With Flat Feet

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There are plenty of ways to get your body in shape in 2018. Despite the many fitness trends of Zumba, HIIT, and cycling, most Coloradans know that running is the most convenient way to healthy living.