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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.

Tristan Mitchell & Ava Mitchell Win Hoofin’ It Through the Hollows 5K

Oct 25, 2017 262

Cool, fall temperatures, a setting sun, and pleasant conditions provided the perfect backdrop for the Hoofin' It Through the Hollows 5K and after-party. Almost 300 participants came out to deKoevend Park in Centennial - some dressed in…

Abadi, Lincks Win Transamerica Rock ‘n’ Roll Denver Half Marathon

Oct 16, 2017 236

A battle to the finish line and an unexpected winner were the stories at the front of the pack at Sunday’s Transamerica Rock ‘n’ Roll Denver Half Marathon. More than 7,000 runners took part in the 8th annual race weekend, which featured a…

“The Runner Box” Colorado Runner of the Month: Ashley Brasovan

Oct 10, 2017 673

On September 30 in Wisconsin, Ashley Brasovan became a national champion, again! Now living in Westminster, the 2007 Footlocker cross country champion tells us how she came to be racing trails, training in Colorado, and what's next.…

Q&A with Berkeley Park Running Company owner Chris Sullivan

Oct 2, 2017 721

There's a new running store in town! Actually it happened a couple of months ago, but the stuff coming out of Denver's Berkeley Park Running Company is looking pretty cool. Owner Chris Sullivan tells us all about it.

The common mistake that puts runners in danger on the road

Sep 29, 2017 391

It’s a showdown that plays out every day: Two runners approach each other on the shoulder, one running with traffic and the other against. Who is running in the correct direction?

“The Runner Box” Colorado Runner of the Month: Bryan Williams

Sep 25, 2017 1,026

8 days on the Colorado Trail! Bryan Williams set a new FKT for the nearly 500-mile long trail from Durango to Denver. That giant adventure makes him our "Runner Box" Colorado Runner of the Month.

A Dozen Accessory Exercises for Improving Your Long Distance Running

Sep 20, 2017 3,077

To get the best out of your running training and performance, you have got to more than just run. Building your muscular endurance and strength is a key component of becoming a successful distance runner.

Kassahun wins ADT Marathon in Colorado Springs

Sep 7, 2017 316

His head was focused on the 26.2 miles before him. But as Jemil Kassahun toed the line for the start of the American Discovery Trail Marathon, his heart was elsewhere. He wanted to run a qualifying time for the Boston Marathon. And he…

Ian Sharman and Devon Yanko Claim Victory at Leadville Trail 100

Aug 22, 2017 307

Aug. 19 and 20 marked the 35th annual Blueprint for Athletes Leadville Trail 100 Run, presented by New Balance. More than 600 runners from all 50 states and 35 countries came to Leadville, Colo., to compete in the iconic ‘Race Across the…

TransRockies Run Final Recap

Aug 22, 2017 278

The Kahtoola Stage Four route from Nova Guides to Red Cliff totaled 14.5 miles (23.3km) and 2,800 feet (854 meters) of elevation gain. After leaving Nova Guides, runners had to climb uphill on very steep terrain for two miles making this…

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