Atherton, Peterson win inaugural Blue Heron Half Marathon

On a cloudy and cool morning, the Rocky Mountain Road Runners produced the first annual Blue Heron Half Marathon and 5K. Utilizing the Platte River Trail from Riverdale Regional Park in Brighton, 100 runners and walkers were treated to a flat, fast and scenic course.

Alcohol & Runners: The good, the bad and the ugly

Question: Is beer good for runners? Answer (courtesy of running legend Jim Fixx):“Sure, if it's the other runner drinking it!" By abstaining from alcohol, you can indeed gain an advantage over your competitor’s poor judgment. Just how bad is alcohol for runners? Does it have any health…