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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.

Interview with 2:13 marathoner Pat Rizzo

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Pat Rizzo is one of our favorite Colorado pros.  He's run as fast as 2:13 for the marathon, moved from Boulder to Colorado Springs this year, and is outspoken about doping and his own frequent drug tests.  We chatted with Pat about all of…

Robinson, Jamrogiewicz Win Thornton Winterfest 5K

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The inaugural Winterfest 5K, part of Thornton's annual Winterfest celebration, kicked off Saturday morning under cloudy skies and chilly temperatures.  Runners and walkers were treated to a course that circumvented the Margaret Carpenter…

Adams State Captures Third Consecutive National Title

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The stout history and tradition of the Adams State University men's cross country team was reinforced Saturday morning with the program's 11th NCAA Division II National Championship and 23rd overall national title.

McCandless, Johansen Win Mile High United Way Turkey Trot

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Cool temperatures and sunny skies greeted the 8,000+ participants of the 41st Annual Mile High United Way Turkey Trot on Thursday morning.  Held at Washington Park in Denver, runners and walkers took on a 4 mile course around the park that…

BOCO FIT Brings Lagree Fitness Phenomenon to Boulder

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The 80's ushered in some serious bounce with aerobics. The 90s introduced a confusing contraption known as the Thigh Master. The early 2000s brought about the minimally exotic and maximally embarrassing strippercise.

Issue 66 (Winter 2014-2015)

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It’s cold. It’s dark. But you’re determined to stick to your training plan and get in your miles. Unfortunately, this time of year, you often have to run in the dark. Whether you get up and get active early in the morning or you log your…

Exclusive Athlete Interview: Kristen Arendt

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Colorado native Kristen Arendt has tried living elsewhere, but the allure and draw of the Colorado mountains and running epicenter brought her quickly back.  The Newton Running Elite member knows that's one of the keys to her success, for…