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11 // AvOIDINg INjURyStress fractures of the foot

12 // TOp TIMESWe rank the best marathon and 10K times from the last 12 months

18 // TRAININg SMARTSImprove your technique for better running efficiency 20 // yOUTh RUNNINgTabor and Tyler Scholl

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46 // ThE LIghTER SIDEThe top ten best running movies

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Colorado Runner Magazine is celebrating its seven year anniversary. Our first print issue was published in September, 2003. The business has grown and changed over the years, and my personal life has changed quite a bit too. I’ve added two kids and a dog to my growing family. I recently started training for a marathon. Again. I’ve run more than 50 marathons in the past 15 years, but finding the time for the long runs and the increased weekly mileage has only gotten more difficult as I’ve gotten older. Plus, I hate to admit it, but I’ve gotten slower, so my long runs take more time than they used to. With a wife, a three-year-old, and a baby at home, I have a lot of priorities competing for my time before I even think about running. With fall marathon season upon us, a lot of Colorado runners are hitting their maximum mileage right now as they gear up for race day. Are we selfish if we spend this time training instead of spending it working and with our families? In my 20s, I really didn’t have to think about it. I had a lot of free time after work with nothing better to do anyway. Being young, single, and childless, I was in peak shape. But now it’s hard not to feel guilty slipping out early for a two-hour Saturday morning long run. But an article I read recently by sports psychologist Dr. Mitchell Greene stated that athletes are possibly better parents, happier spouses, more caring friends, and more efficient workers. She says that sometimes the challenge and chaos of what athletes deal with can help us be better people. She recommends three things to help you deal with the guilt. First, write down a list of what you think you should be doing instead. Whether it be reading books to your son or mowing the lawn, writing it down will help you prioritize your free time. Second, create protected times on your calendar to spend quality time with your spouse, kids, and friends. By scheduling your quality time the same way you schedule your workouts, you won’t worry about fitting it all in. Third, if at all possible, try to create times when your family and friends can be a part of your training. Maybe you can meet your buddies for a run after work or you can cool down in the pool with your kids after a workout. I tried several of these tasks in the last few weeks. Some really helped, like making lists of things to get done and scheduling my time more efficiently. But some things didn’t work out so well. I tried to push my son in the jogging stroller on a training run, which I figured could count as spending time with him, as well as giving my wife a break. I only made it a half mile before he started to scream that he wanted out so he could run too. I also decided to do my weekend long runs with some of my guy friends so we could hang out and get our workouts in at the same time... but so far, I’ve only made it once in the last month. I guess trying to juggle friends, family, training and a job is a work in progress. So here’s to long training runs, better relationships, and more balance in life!

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Donaldson Wins Third Badwater

Jamie Donaldson, a math teacher from Littleton, was the first female at the famed Badwater Ultramarathon for the third year in a row and set a new course record. Donaldson finished the race in 26:16:12, beating the old course record that she set in 2008 by more than 30 min-utes. Donaldson, 35, finished third overall. The Badwater Ultramarathon, a 135-mile run from Death Valley to Mount Whitney, is known as the world’s toughest foot race. Temperatures out on the course can reach 130 degrees as runners pass through three different mountain ranges. Other Colorado finishers included Marshall Ulrich with his 16th finish, Anita Fromm with her fifth finish, and first timers Ian Adamson, Paul Grimm and Joe Judd.

Young, Torres Place at Classic

Coloradans Justin Young and Jorge Torres placed eleventh and twelfth at the 37th Steamboat Classic 4 Miler on June 19 in Peoria, Illinois. Young ran 18:45 and Torres covered the course in 18:54. Shadrack Kosgei became only the second individual to win the men’s 4 mile road race a third time. The 25-year-old Kenyan crossed the finish line in 17 minutes, 36 seconds - four seconds ahead of country-man Peter Kamais. Women’s race winner Edna Kiplagat clocked a 19:56 in her Steamboat debut to equal the 6th fastest time in race history. The 37th Steamboat had 3,056 finishers compared to 2,824 in 2009. Another 802 participants finished the accompanying 15K race, 76 more than the previous year.

Arvada’s Siemers Wins 50thMt. Washington Road Race

Chris Siemers, a Chicago-bred flatlander who says he was born to run up mountains, and Shewarge Amare, an Ethiopian who had to borrow a pair of rac-ing shoes just before the start, delivered a double dose of excitement at the 50th run-ning of the Mt. Washington Road Race and USA Mountain Running Championship. Arvada’s Siemers outran two former Mt. Washington champions to win in one hour, 22 seconds, while Amare flew up the Auto Road’s 12 percent grade in a women’s course record shattering time of 1:08:21. “I came here prepared to win this,” said Siemers, 29, as he stood at the uphill end of the 7.6-mile Mt. Washington Auto Road and recovered from the grind to the summit of the highest peak in the Northeast. “I’d had some recent disap-pointments with my running, and I wanted to take out my frustrations on this moun-tain. But my quads were burning with a feeling I’ve never felt before.” Above the seven-mile mark, Siemers took the lead for good, storming up the final 50 yards to also claim the title of 2010 USA Mountain Running champion and the $2,000 first prize for winning. Rickey Gates of Woody Creek, CO finished fourth and Tommy Manning, 34, of Colo-rado Springs placed sixth. Martin Cox, a British mountain and ultramarathoner who trains with Gates in Colorado, won the men’s Masters prize while finishing 11th overall in 1:06:03. Amare had a last-minute worry before the race: her shoes and running sin-glet were locked in a car whose driver was away. Having quickly borrowed another runner’s extra pair of racing flats and a singlet, she shot away from the rest of the women’s field at the start. She broke the women’s course record of 1:10:09. Behind her, the strongest American women battled for second place. Brandy Erholtz of Bailey, CO led Kristin Price of Raleigh, N.C. in the first two miles, but Price, pulled ahead and finished in 1:11:13 as national champion, with Erholtz third (1:12:53). Nicole Hunt of Deer Lodge, Montana, 40, whose time of 1:12:59 broke the women’s Masters record of 1:13:33 set by Laura Haefeli of Del Norte, CO fin-ished fourth. Haefeli herself finished sixth, just behind Megan Lund of Basalt, CO.

Waterton Canyon Closing

Waterton Canyon will be closed to the public until 2012 while Denver Wa-ter’s Strontia Springs Reservoir is dredged to remove sediment. Waterton Canyon will be closed Sunday, Dec. 3, 2010, then again from Monday, Feb. 28, 2011 until Saturday, Dec. 31, 2011. Neither the parking lot at the canyon’s entrance nor the canyon will be accessible during the closure. Access to The Colorado Trail (CT) from Waterton Can-yon also will be closed during these times.

The next closest access to CT Segment 1 is via the Indian Creek Trailhead on CO Hwy 67, 10.5 miles west of Sedalia. “We understand that Waterton Canyon is a very popular recreation site for people of all ages, and we know some will be inconvenienced by this closure,” said Neil Sperandeo, manager of recreation for Denver Water. “When the full scope of the project was completed, it was determined it would be unsafe to leave the canyon open during construction. We hope to make the canyon even better for recreation when it reopens in 2012.”

Krupicka Top Competitor atSummer Trail Races

University of Colorado graduate student Anton Krupicka - a two-time win-ner of the Leadville 100 - placed second in the 100-mile Western States Endurance Run on June 28. Krupicka, a Boulder resi-dent, led for much of the way before being passed by Geoff Roes of Douglas, Alaska. Roes pulled away in the final 10 miles to win in a race record time of 15 hours, 7 minutes, 4 seconds. Krupicka`s own time of 15:13:53 shattered the old record of 15:36:27 set by Scott Jurek in 2004. One month later, Krupicka suc-cessfully defended his men’s title at the USA 50 Mile Championships on July 31. Held in Enumclaw, Washington, the event was hosted by the White River 50 Mile Endurance Run for the 10th consecutive year. Krupika’s winning time was 6:25:29.

Running Defies the Recession Unlike most of the economy, the Running Industry continues to be reces-sion-resistant as 2009 proved to be an-other year of astounding growth in virtually every sector. From record or sold-out fields across the country, the number of finishers in the sport has increased dramatically as evidenced by the record 467,000 marathon finishers, nearly a 10% increase over the previous year, and more than 1.1 million half-marathon finishers, an incredible 24% growth in 2009, according to the Running USA Marathon and Half-Marathon reports. Overall, in 2009, Running USA estimates that there were approximately 10 million U.S. road race finishers (another record high). Tied to participation, the number of individuals registering online for running events was up 15% in 2009 compared to the previous year and more than 72% of running events experienced growth in online registration, according to The Active Network, Inc., a technology and media company.

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Stress fractures of the foot are becoming more common in runners, espe-cially first-time marathoners, according to the American College of Foot and Ankle Surgeons. The growing popularity of marathons among beginning runners has contributed to the increase in repetitive stress injuries, includ-ing stress fractures of the foot, seen by foot and ankle surgeons. Often, first-time marathoners enter a race with improper long-distance train-ing. The lack of experience coupled with the repetitive impact placed on the feet during the run can produce enough stress to cause hairline

breaks in the bones of the foot. “Runners who increase their mile-age too quickly or change to a more intense phase of training may be more susceptible to a stress fracture due to the increased force placed on the bones,” says Alan MacGill, a foot and ankle surgeon from Boynton Beach, Florida. “A general rule of thumb for runners is to increase the mileage by no more than 10 percent each week. Run-ners who are training also need to have adequate rest time in between runs to help decrease the risk of injury.” Runners at all levels of experience

are also at higher risk for stress fractures if they wear improper shoes while running or training, suffer from flatfoot or other foot deformities, or have osteoporosis. Signs of a stress fracture can include pain, swelling, redness and possibly bruising of the area. “Stress fractures can occur anywhere in the foot and can eventually lead to a com-plete break of the bone if left untreated,” Dr. MacGill explained. “Early diagnosis and treat-ment are important to ensure proper healing.”

If a break is suspected, Denver foot and ankle surgeon John McGarry, DPM, FAC-FAS, advises runners to immediately follow the RICE protocol —Rest, Ice, Compression and Elevation. If pain and swelling last longer than a few days, a visit to a foot and ankle surgeon for an x-ray and diagnosis is in order. In most cases, treatment includes rest and immobilization with casting of the foot. Surgery may be required in certain instances to repair and stabilize a stress fracture that has progressed into a full fracture. Runners can take action to prevent repetitive stress injuries in their feet by wearing supportive athletic shoes and slowly build-ing up their activity levels according to their abilities. “If a runner suffers from abnormal mechanics in the foot, such as overpronation or hypermobility, custom orthotics can also be helpful to prevent these injuries,” Dr. McGarry adds. For additional information on stress fractures and other foot injuries, visit ACFAS’ consumer web site, FootHealthFacts.org.

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wERE yOU ONE Of ThE fASTEST runners in Colorado last year? We’ve created a list so you can see who has the fleetest feet in the state. We picked two different distances - the marathon and the 10K - and considered all USATF certified race courses in our rankings. Also included are the All-Colorado age group records for the marathon and half marathon.

Marathon tiMestimes from august 15, 2009 - august 14, 2010Key:ADT = American Discovery - 9/7/2009MAM = Mountain Air Marathon - 9/19/2009BM = Boulder - 9/20/2009DM = Denver - 10/19/2009RRM = Rim Rock Marathon - 11/14/2009GVM = Grand Valley Marathon - 5/8/2010CM = Colorado - 5/9/2010CCM = Colfax - 5/16/2010SBM = Steamboat - 6/6/2010EPM = Estes Park - 6/13/2010

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1 Chris Siemers 28 Arvada 2:23:03 DM2 Andrew Smith 33 Denver 2:28:35 DM3 Justin Ricks 29 Pueblo West 2:32:30 ADT4 Todd Walton 39 Crested Butte 2:36:08 DM5 Daniel Kenney 25 2:38:20 CM6 Ryan Herzog 30 2:39:05 CM7 Shawn Monk 24 2:40:06 CM8 Zach Crandall 30 Lafayette 2:40:59 CM9 Michael Hewitt 40 Denver 2:41:32 CM10 William Fanselow 42 Golden 2:43:02 RRM

29 AnD UnDeRname age c i t y t ime r ace

1 Tristan Mitchell 23 Centennial 2:45:23 DM2 Doug Wilson 28 Centennial 2:46:54 CCM3 Travis Bussey 27 Westminster 2:48:04 DM4 Sammy Sternburg 20 2:51:31 CM5 Gabriel Small 24 Lafayette 2:52:28 SBM

30-34name age c i t y t ime r ace

1 Rob Kosick 31 Denver 2:43:47 DM2 Daniel Goding 33 Loveland 2:45:53 ADT3 Dan Edstrom 33 Denver 2:47:37 SBM4 Ron Lipka 33 Fort Collins 2:48:34 CM5 Patrick Sullivan 33 Denver 2:48:49 DM


1 Gerald Romero 38 Colorado Springs 2:45:04 ADT2 Nicolas Ramey 39 2:47:37 CM3 Adolfo Carrillo 37 Colorado Springs 2:48:30 ADT4 Mark Mulholland 37 Westminster 2:50:07 CM5 Marty Wacker 39 Grand Junction 2:51:00 GVM


1 Johannes Rudolph Boulder 2:52:27 BM2 Michael hegstrom 41 Denver 2:56:52 CCM3 Stuart Geer 42 Boulder 2:59:12 DM4 David Rothenburger 41 Lakewood 2:59:35 CCM5 Jason Romero 40 Denver 3:00:13 CCM


1 Bernie Boettcher 47 Silt 2:52:53 BM2 Hendrik Moorlag 46 Westminster 2:54:34 CCM3 Raul Carrizalez 49 Evans 2:57:13 DM4 Donald Moore 46 Florissant 3:02:00 CCM5 Jon Turner 45 Highlands Ranch 3:03:31 DM


1 Bill Watts 51 Littleton 2:59:17 DM2 Brian Dunfey 50 Edwards 3:03:11 DM3 Steve Bremner 54 Manitou Springs 3:03:32 RRM4 David Taylor 52 Colorado Springs 3:09:13 DM5 Jay Survil 50 Aurora 3:09:33 DM


1 Al De La Roach 55 Colorado Springs 3:15:02 ADT2 Ray Rupel 55 Centennial 3:20:14 DM3 Bob Basse 55 Denver 3:26:19 SBM4 Pete Mang 59 Denver 3:27:54 CM5 Stephen Vaughan 55 Colorado Springs 3:30:34 ADT


1 Art Rohr 61 Cortez 3:38:52 RRM2 John Courtney 61 Colorado Springs 3:44:49 MAM3 Jim Bosik 60 Evergreen 3:46:22 CCM4 Jeffrey Dumas 64 Boulder 3:49:31 DM5 John Lonsdale 62 Fort Collins 3:49:58 CM


1 Parks Williams 68 Colorado Springs 3:44:17 CM2 James Snow 66 4:16:15 CM3 Steve Warner 66 Denver 4:30:05 DM4 James Burke 69 Estes Park 4:51:40 EPM5 David Hardwick Boulder 5:05:38 BM

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70+name age c i t y t ime r ace

1 Carl Schwenk 72 Ridgeway 4:35:16 RRM2 Gary Smedley 70 Colorado Springs 5:20:32 ADT3 Glen Neumann 79 5:55:40 CM4 Richard Grauer 71 Golden 6:07:50 DM5 Mitchell Costas 71 Littleton 6:13:50 DM

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1 Hayley Benson 27 Westminster 3:00:35 ADT2 Ashley Anderson 25 Denver 3:03:03 DM3 Bridget Tschappat 32 Denver 3:05:40 DM4 Jeanne Cooper 31 Eagle 3:05:41 DM5 Kristine Klotzbach 30 Denver 3:06:53 CM6 Heather Utrata 28 Englewood 3:07:17 CCM7 Kelly Escorcia 29 Denver 3:07:27 DM8 Amy Schneider 32 Denver 3:08:53 CCM9 Sarah Pizzo 26 Denver 3:09:26 DM10 Keri Nelson 28 Gunnison 3:10:51 RRM


1 Kristin Scheumann 26 Fort Collins 3:31:34 DM2 Bonnie Beshero 21 Thornton 3:13:13 DM3 Rudy Bode 29 3:16:09 CM4 Shannon Filar 24 Westminster 3:17:50 DM5 Molly McKendry 28 3:21:54 CM


1 Amy Schneider 32 Denver 3:15:16 SBM2 Elizabeth Campagna 30 Denver 3:18:49 DM3 Jennifer Hanrahan 33 3:25:00 CM4 Andrea Stull 33 3:25:10 CM5 Colleen Mentz 30 Denver 3:26:36 DM


1 Sara Dumford 39 Denver 3:24:37 DM2 Anita Fromm 38 Colorado Springs 3:26:00 ADT3 Kelly Moon 35 Colorado Springs 3:28:03 ADT4 Emily Robbins 35 Wheat Ridge 3:29:39 CCM5 Megan Potente 36 Eagle 3:29:59 DM


1 Katie Salter 44 Fort Collins 3:13:46 DM2 Kristin Moreau 43 Golden 3:20:49 CCM3 Jennifer Edgerly 43 3:23:44 CM4 Ania Brakhage 40 3:26:16 CM5 Jane Tunnadine 42 Gunnison 3:28:16 RRM


1 Hillary Taylor 45 Castle Rock 3:21:53 DM2 Amy Hayes 49 3:24:06 CM3 Carolyn Parson 49 Englewood 3:32:21 DM4 Theresa Rudel 46 Fort Collins 3:32:58 DM5 Karen Nelson 48 Fort Collins 3:35:18 DM


1 Barbarann Mallory 50 Littleton 3:23:39 DM2 Janet Rastall 52 Fort Collins 3:40:05 DM3 Rhonda McGownd 51 Fort Collins 3:47:00 CM4 Lucinda West 53 Broomfield 3:50:17 DM5 Connie DeMercurio 53 3:55:20 CM


1 Wendy Crandall 57 Fort Collins 3:35:04 CM2 Anita Zonker 59 4:01:56 CM3 Linda Ripley 58 4:12:12 CM4 Barbara Franzen 56 Denver 4:15:50 CCM5 Nan Karsh 55 Colorado Springs 4:16:16 ADT


1 Diane Ridgeway 60 Arvada 3:41:22 ADT2 Carol Kinzy 62 Pueblo 4:09:48 CCM3 Rima Lurie 62 Boulder 4:27:01 RRM4 Joyce McKelvey 64 Black Forest 4:37:02 ADT5 Carol Lyndell 61 Colorado Springs 4:38:56 ADT


1 Lillys Price Fort Collins 7:06:59 BM


1 Caroline Luttrull 70 4:54:50 CM

10K tiMestimes from august 15, 2009 - august 14, 2010Key:ER = eRace Homelessness - 9/2009CR = Colorado Run - 9/7/2009NN = Neder-Nederland - 9/13/2009FOTF = Fans on the Field - 9/13/2009EE = Eerie Erie - 10/31/2009LTT = Longmont Turkey Trot - 11/14/2009RR = Rudolph’s Revenge - 12/19/2009RER = Rescue Run - 1/1/2010SRO = Spring Runoff - 3/7/2010SB = Spank Balsing - 4/18/2010CDM = Cinco De Mayo - 5/2/2010HCR = Highline Canal Run - 5/8/2010CM = Colorado Marathon 10K - 5/9/2010RTS = Run To The Shrine - 5/22/2010ALM = AirLife Memorial - 5/23/2010BB = Bolder Boulder - 5/31/2010SB = Steamboat 10K - 6/6/2010SRS = Sunrise Stampede - 6/12/2010TMC = Ten Mile Creek - 6/12/2010EPO = Estes Park Optimist - 6/13/2010SS = Sailin’ Shoes - 6/19/2010SBS = Strawberry Shortcut - 6/20/2010LC = Loveland Classic 10K - 7/17/2010ZC = Zooma Colorado 10K - 7/17/2010GPC = Grand Prix Classic - 7/24/2010ETR = Evergreen Town Race - 8/1/2010

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1 Simon Cheprot 19 Aurora 29:17 BB2 Robert Cheseret 26 Colorado Springs 29:42 GPC3 James Boitt 30 Greeley 29:44 GPC4 Brent Vaughn 25 Black Hawk 29:55 BB5 Michael Aish 34 Arvada 29:59 GPC6 James Carney 32 Boulder 30:11 BB7 Kennett Kiptoo 27 Aurora 30:24 BB8 Aaron Braun 22 Alamosa 30:31 BB9 Jorge Torres Boulder 30:32 BB10 Jason Hartmann 28 Boulder 30:34 BB



1 Adam Rich 29 Colorado Springs GPC2 Brian Medigovich 21 Alamosa SRS3 Japhteh Ng’ojoy 22 Greeley GPC4 Bejan Abtahi 23 Colorado Springs GPC5 Joshua Glabb 26 Superior BB


1 Justin Ricks 30 Pueblo West 31:09 GPC2 Jason Delaney 30 Golden 31:19 GPC3 Ryan Kirkpatrick 30 Colorado Springs 31:21 BB4 Mark Stenbeck 31 Littleton 31:36 CR5 Matt Reed 33 Boulder 32:18 BB


1 Andrew Letherby 36 Boulder 30:59 BB2 Lee Troop 37 Boulder 31:20 BB3 Peter Vail 36 Boulder 32:14 ETR4 Art Siemers 36 Golden 33:18 BB5 Craig Greenslit 39 Berthoud 33:27 BB


1 Franklin Tenorio 40 Boulder 31:24 BB2 Craig Greenslit 40 Berthoud 33:23 SRS3 James Johnson 40 Boulder 34:13 BB4 Darren De Reuck 44 Boulder 34:17 BB5 Chad Ricklefs 41 Boulder 34:50 BB


1 Bob Weiner 45 Evergreen 32:07 ETR2 Andy Ames 49 Boulder 33:39 BB3 Raul Carrizalez 48 Evans 35:15 CR4 Sam Shusterman 48 Centennial 35:42 ETR5 Chris Spitz 45 Berthoud 35:58 BB


1 Jay Survil 51 Aurora 37:08 ETR2 Kyle Hubbert 53 Broomfield 37:26 GPC3 Ted Benning 50 Longmont 37:31 SRS4 Rick Bruess 51 Boulder 38:04 GPC5 John Koss 50 Fort Collins 38:23 CR


1 Doug Bell 58 Greeley 36:38 CR2 John Victoria 56 Loveland 37:02 GPC3 Charlie Gray 56 Pueblo 38:49 SRO4 Devin Croft 57 Littleton 39:41 GPC5 David Pierce 55 Englewood 39:44 ETR


1 Dave Dooley 62 Erie 39:43 BB2 Bob Cooper 61 Thornton 40:51 BB3 Nicholas Fickling 60 Edwards 40:46 TMC4 Elliot Henry 63 Frisco 42:00 BB5 John Roeske 60 Loveland 42:35 BB


1 Jim Boughter 66 Colorado Springs 42:20 GPC2 Tom Lemire 65 Boulder 43:43 BB3 Don Larson 68 Boulder 43:58 BB4 Bill Smitham 65 Golden 44:47 BB5 James Himmes 65 Eagle 46:48 BB


1 Jose Cardenas 76 Longmont 50:03 SRS2 Freddy Keil 70 Greeley 50:20 BB3 Robert Greene 74 Frisco 52:02 BB4 Jack Barry 72 Littleton 53:09 ETR5 Bill Obert 70 Conifer 53:44 BB

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1 Fiona Docherty 34 Boulder 33:32 GPC2 Tera Moody 29 Colorado Springs 33:57 GPC3 Colleen De Reuck 46 Boulder 34:16 GPC4 Freya Murray 25 Boulder 34:22 BB5 Renee Metivier-Bailee25 Boulder 34:50 BB6 Alisha Williams 28 Colorado Springs 34:50 GPC7 Nuta Olaru 39 Longmont 35:52 SRS8 Daniela Cirlan 29 Fort Collins 35:59 SRS9 Amanda Occhi 32 Colorado Springs 36:10 GPC10 Nan Kennard 28 Westminster 36:11 LTT


1 Kristin Fryburg-Zaitz 29 Broomfield 36:25 BB2 Cassie Slade 25 Indian Hills 36:28 BB3 Lori Walker 28 Henderson 36:31 GPC4 Bevin Kennelly 25 Thornton 36:40 BB5 Mary Ballinger 22 Golden 36:53 SRS


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1 Brandy Erholtz 31 Bailey 36:17 BB2 Chrissie Wellington 32 Boulder 37:00 BB3 Andrea Viger 31 Boulder 37:26 GPC4 Wendy Thomas 30 Windsor 37:44 CR5 Katie Blackett 32 Boulder 39:22 RR


1 Laura Bennett 35 Littleton 36:23 BB2 Amanda Lovato 37 Boulder 37:09 EE3 Bean Wrenn 35 Boulder 38:12 LTT4 Stacey Chamberlain 37 Boulder 38:51 BB5 Melody Fairchild 35 Nederland 40:04 BB


1 Noelle Green 44 Erie 39:14 BB2 Kristen Kindt 44 Boulder 39:48 BB3 Renee Israel 41 Boulder 40:04 BB4 Susan Nuzum 42 Boulder 40:09 BB5 Jennifer Cubillas 40 Louisville 40:17 BB


1 Noelle Green 45 Erie 38:53 GPC2 Diane Gates 45 Boulder 39:17 LTT3 Mary Alico 47 Boulder 39:37 SRS4 Laura Bruess 49 Boulder 41:29 GPC5 Katie Hegg 46 Boulder 42:34 BB


1 Ellen Hart 51 Denver 39:53 BB2 Catriona Dowling 51 Boulder 43:45 BB3 Pam Boudreau 53 Windsor 44:37 BB4 Diane Thompson 51 Boulder 44:56 LTT5 Susan Schulte 53 Boulder 45:22 BB


1 Edie Stevenson 59 Boulder 45:24 BB2 Jan Hughes 58 Boulder 47:12 BB3 Sharon Dieter 56 Colorado Springs 47:12 GPC4 Tina Albert 58 Boulder 47:56 RR5 Sue Butcher 56 Boulder 48:14 BB


1 Marilyn Stapleton 63 Greeley 45:41 GPC2 Rima Lurie 61 Boulder 48:28 BB3 Diane Ridgeway 60 Arvada 48:52 BB4 Laurie Rugenstein 61 Boulder 48:53 BB5 Carol Kinzy 62 Black Forest 50:36 CDM


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Running With StyleImprove Your Technique For Better Running Efficiency –By Roy StevenSon

There’s little that coaches and exercise scientists haven’t examined in their never-ending quest to improve human performance. Behind the

scenes, in the biomechanics and exercise physiology labs, scientists have quietly gone about their business amassing a large volume of research to help runners maximize their technique and efficiency. Similarly, coaches have had runners perform seemingly endless drills in an effort to improve their technique, but have never been sure whether they actually help runners move more efficiently.

what is running efficiency?

Improving running through technique modification is called running efficiency. A runner with good mechanical efficiency exerts greater force and power for the same amount of energy as a runner with poorer efficiency. Efficiency is all about breaking down the sequence of the running action into sub components and then working on

these individual movement sequences to help runners move more efficiently. Efficiency of running technique and style, stride frequency and cadence, and stride length are a few of the areas that have been looked at. Running efficiency and running economy are closely related. The big differ-ence between running efficiency and running economy is that an efficient running tech-nique boils down to higher mechanical power output per unit of energy, while economy is measured by oxygen consumption for move-ment velocity at a given speed—quite simple really! A runner’s efficiency and biome-chanics are among the chief determinants of running economy—a subset of running economy, if you will. It’s highly likely that a runner with a smooth, efficient running tech-nique will have excellent running economy, especially at the elite level. There are few ugly ducklings in Olympic distance finals these days. One only has to look at Ethiopian Ken-enisa Bekele flowing effortlessly, yet powerful-ly around the track, averaging 61 second laps for 10,000 meters, to see a superb combina-

tion of running efficiency and economy.

what are the advantages of im-proving running efficiency?

What then, are the benefits of improving the mechanics of our running technique, and thus our running efficiency? A runner with good biomechanical efficiency will run farther and faster using the same amount of energy (as we see with the Kenyan and Ethiopians). Or another way of putting it—will use less energy to do the same work (driving across the ground) than a less ef-ficient runner. Thus, the efficient runner goes faster or maintains a high cruising speed for longer. The question remains: Can we improve our running technique and ef-ficiency? Here’s what the coaches say about this much-debated topic. Skip Brown and John Graham, in their book Target 26 claim that, “as a general rule, reasonably smooth and efficient running form evolves after many months and miles on the roads. Because each


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of us is structurally different, you would expect variation in individual styles. You are probably better off not changing your style.” Bob Glover and Shelly-Lynn Glover in their book The Competitive Runners Handbook claim technique is the most ignored ingredient in successful racing. However they mention that, “some runners have form quirks that apparently offset musculoskeletal asym-metries naturally, and shouldn’t be changed.” Jeff Galloway, in Galloway’s Book on Running believes, “there is no single prescrip-tion for efficient running, for we are all put together differently. Never force a particular running style on yourself that doesn’t feel right.” Generally then, the consensus among the coaches is that one should not tin-ker with one’s running style unless it is really inefficient. Most coaches know the frustration of working on a runner’s form to the point where it looks pretty good, only to have the runner revert back to his old ungainly style when fatigued from hard training, or in the middle of a race.

what does research show us about changing running technique?

Does research prove we can change a runner’s style and improve his efficiency? As you might expect, research data shows conflicting results. A study at Wake Forest University, for example, found that 5 weeks of modifying running style resulted in no change in running economy. Recently, a study on the Pose ® technique created quite a stir among bio-mechanists and coaches. With this technique, the runner balances his body weight vertically by aligning the shoulder, hip and ankle over the support leg with the foot strike impacting on the ball of the foot, instead of the standard heel-toe movement. Although the Pose technique runners improved a mean of 24.7 seconds in a post-test time trial over 2400 meters, compared with a meager 3 second decrease in a heel-toe strike group of runners, the runner’s improvement was not statistically significant. Despite this, I know plenty of runners who’d give anything to improve their 3K running time by 25 seconds! Despite coaches’ general recommen-dation against tinkering with running style, several studies show that training adjustments to improve the efficiency of children’s and adult’s activities can happen, and do improve exercise performance. Running technique just happens to be a tough proposition to change because in many cases the apparently inefficient move-ments exhibited by some runners may actually be counterbalancing a structural deficiency elsewhere in the body. However, other studies indicate that improvements in running technique are pos-sible. A cooperative study between University of North Carolina and Middle Tennessee State University found that specific gait ma-nipulation produce marked decrements in run-ning economy among trained female distance runners. Another research design used the

intervention of a short-term audiovisual feed-back program focusing on optimizing stride length, for runners with uneconomical stride length patterns, and found they benefited from it. So although mixed, the research shows that some techniques improve running efficiency.

what about increasing stride length and stride frequency?

Biomechanists will tell you the three ways we can increase our speed are by, (i) increasing the number of steps per minute (stride frequency or turnover), (ii) increasing the distance of each stride, and (iii) increasing both simultaneously. Research on these topics started in 1944, when a Danish study looked at the stride patterns of their 5K and 10K champion. It found that when running speed increases from 9.3 km/hour to 17.8 km/hour, stride frequency increases only about 10%, but stride length increases a whopping 83%. Once the runner gets past 23 km/hour (14.3 mph) however, speed increases are due to increased stride frequency, or leg turnover as coaches call it today. The take home message here is that distance runners are better off concentrating on increasing stride length, and sprinters are better off increasing both leg turnover and stride length. As a general rule, mainly lengthen-ing stride length should increase distance-run-ning speed. Only at faster speeds such as the final sprint at the end of a distance track race does stride frequency become a factor. Thus a prudent distance coach will give his athletes drills aimed at lengthening stride, but should still throw in the occasional fast leg turnover exercise to ensure their runners are not left behind in the home straight.

how much should we increase our stride length?

Runners should avoid overstriding because the foot lands in front of the body’s center of gravity, effecting a braking motion. McArdle, Katch and Katch in their textbook, Exercise Physiology, suggest that, “well-trained runners should run at the stride length they have selected through years of running.” Runners should establish their best cruising speed and stride length by running at varying speeds on a flat 400 meter track and note the pace where they subjectively seem to cruise at a nice fast steady state. Runners tend to self-select an optimum pace and stride length for themselves. Then they can train to increase this optimal pace through interval sessions, for example. While we’re discussing stride length, let’s look at a study done on the effects of fatigue on stride length. A collaborative study done with European University of Madrid, and Colorado College found periodized strength training reduces the loss of stride length during endurance running—a decided advantage for marathoners who try to main-tain their form towards the end of the 26.2 mile event, and even shorter distance events. Loss of form can add minutes to the time. So

perhaps those weights may not be so bad for runners after all?

Increasing Stride frequency?

Here’s how you can establish your stride rate. Check it the next time you run by counting how many footfalls you make in one minute. If your rate is less than 180, you should benefit by increasing the cadence. Clearly, improving running tech-nique is a complex process. How might we go about improving our running technique and efficiency? Here’s a handy checklist for you to use.

Do’s and Don’ts

Don’t . . . . . . . swing your arms sideways across the cen-terline of your chest. . . have excessive head movement and rolling. . . flap your wrists. . . allow your elbows to cross forward past your torso. . . have much vertical oscillation (upward movement). . . have side to side movement. . . bring your knees up high in front of you

Do . . . . . . start being aware of your technique and form while running. . . move arms forward and backwards from the shoulders. . . keep shoulders down, arms and face relaxed. . . keep elbows at (about) a 90 degree bend. . . carry your arms between your waistline and chest. . . carry your hands forward near your chest with a short compact arm swing and back as far as the seams of your pants. . . relax your wrists and hands . . . push your chest forward slightly. . . rotate your pelvis slightly forward . . . keep trunk slightly forward, but maintain an upward body position. . . keep your upper body forward over your feet. . . have your foot strike the ground under the bent knee after the leg has begun to swing back under the body (not on its way out). . . land on your heels and roll through to the forefoot for take-off. . . keep your center of gravity over your foot. . . transfer your weight evenly from one foot to the other. . . strive for optimal stride length. . . occasional leg turnover workouts to in-crease stride frequency. . . make sure your arms and legs are synchro-nized in the same rhythm. . . when speeding up, drive with your arms. . . try to run with a rhythmic flow. . . run with “light feet” and bounce quickly and lightly off the ground. . . monitor your breathing pattern

Roy Stevenson has a master’s degree in exercise physiology and coaching. As a freelance writer, he has 200 articles on running, triathlons, fitness and health published in fifty magazines.



It occurred to me that I’d seen this family before. At the Snow Mountain Invitational, the high school cross country meet in Tab-ernash hosted by Middle Park High School,

I recalled seeing this diminutive boy take second place overall in the open division. Close behind was his older sister finishing in a time that would have won the high school girls race. I saw them as well at one of the USATF indoor all-comers’ meets in January at the University of Colorado’s Balch Fieldhouse. At that meet, the nine-year old boy won the 1,500 meter run in the 11-to-12 age division, while his sister captured the titles in both the 600 and 1,500 meter runs. “What’s with this family?” I wondered as I pinned on my race number. It wasn’t long before I witnessed another small chapter in these precocious kids’ journey of astounding running feats. Tyler Scholl, nine years old – and he looks every bit like a nine-year old – ran 18:01 and came within one second of nosing out Connor Clegg, who is a varsity runner on the Wheat Ridge High School cross country team. Had Scott Fauble, the Wheat Ridge senior who had won the State 1,600 meter title on the track literally the day before not shown up and won the race, that sprint between Tyler and Connor would have been for first-place overall. His sister Tabor was victorious in the women’s division in 19:33, and sixth overall. “There’s no way I was letting this little kid beat me, but he was incredible,” said Clegg. Just a sampling of Tyler’s road race results tells you that a lot of runners have felt this same way recently. Tyler was the first overall finisher at the Estes Park 5K on June 13. Not just in his age group, first among everyone. At the Fairmount 5K three weeks before the Gallop at the Grove, he was second overall out of 267 runners, and the next week in the Mother’s Day 5K in Denver’s City Park, he was sixth out of 542 finishers. He ran his eye-popping 5K PR of 17:55 at the Lyons River Run in June where he was seventh out of 496 finishers. Yes, you did read 17:55. For some perspective, that would make him faster than all but one freshman in the history of Horizon High School, where I coach. And he has five years before he’ll get to high school. Typically, Tyler and Tabor, who live with their parents Shawn and Stephanie on a ranch in Kremmling, travel to and compete in all

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I was at my car preparing to run the Gallop at the Grove, a 5K race in May that supported Golden’s Maple Grove Elementary School. Nearby was a family of four also getting ready. Nothing unusual there for a community-focused race like this. But I noticed that this clan was rather different. The young boy wasn’t asking his parents to frolic on the swings at the nearby playground. In fact, he was wear-ing Adidas racing shorts and a singlet and was lacing on his flats. The teenage girl wasn’t primping her curly red hair, but instead she was stretching without any need for supervision. This family obviously meant business. - By BILL StAHL

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of the same races, so competitors often get double-Scholled. Tabor was second overall only to Tyler at the Estes Park 5K, first female in the Fairmount 5K (and fifth overall), and second female and eighth overall at the Mother’s Day 5K, where she posted her 5K PR of 18:54, a time that would be a record for many high school programs. Once you digest all of these stats and times, your first natural tendency is to ask questions like, “Are these kids running 90 miles a week?” “Have they been running since they were in diapers?” “Do they have wacko, pressure-inducing parents?” “What are these kids on?” What might surprise you is that Tyler and Tabor haven’t even been running for that long and act most of the time like rather typical kids. But they do have some advantages. “We had the kids and instead of daycare, we just towed them along,” said their mom, Stephanie. “Two days after Tabor was born, I already had her in the front–pack. For us it was baby jogger and ski trailer, and it just sort of evolved. We just went for a run or a ski every day. When they got old enough, they would start to do a little, like 50 meters, and then a half-mile. They saw us doing it, and we race every weekend, so going to the races, it was just a normal part of their life. If there was a kids’ race, they just jumped in.”

Unbelievably, they didn’t really start training until last year. “That was the first time we could all train together instead of one of us dragging each other along. It’s only been one solid year of structured family training,” Stephanie said. The rest of the family was at a ski race when Tabor ran her first middle school race. “We got a call and she’d run a mile in 6-something, and I said ‘are you kidding me?’“ She said that early on, the kids may not have always wanted to run, but soon came to realize how much better they felt after working out. “At the top of the hill, they always say, ‘thanks Mom and Dad, that felt so much better.’ Now they know they need to workout not necessarily for the performance factor but it feels good, they sleep better, and they’ve develop a habit they can use the rest of their lives, even if they decide they don’t want to compete any more.” Stephanie even feels motivated by her kids. “We decided to be a part of races, like the all-comer track meets, so if they’re go-ing to do it, we might as well do it, too. Tyler wanted to do Bolder Boulder, but we have to rein him in. The longest we let them race is a 5K. That’s important because of their development. There’s plenty of time in their adult life for the long stuff. They can ski long because it doesn’t have the same impact on their joints, muscles, and heart. They can do longer trail runs. They do two-hour mountain bike rides. Tabor is old enough to do the 3,000 at USTAF meets, but we keep her to 1,500 because it’s still about doing shorter events and having fun.” The Scholls like to share their passion. “We’re in a small town with not anyone else who does the same thing we do, so when we go to races,” Stephanie said, “we get to socialize and meet with people who do the same thing we do. We don’t have training groups up here. It’s like a mini-vacation for us. We look for something fun we can do. We are very unique and we love to share it with other people. It’s fun when we can help other families to do the same thing.” Running provides a good diversion from small town life in Kremmling, where the Scholls own a coffee shop called Big Shooter Coffee. But the shop is almost a hobby for them because of the work required on Shawn’s parents’ 2,000-acre ranch, which includes 200 pure Angus cows, three horses, two cats, and new puppy. That spread connects to an uncle’s land and then to BLM land. “You can run forever,” said Tabor. “I love the adventures you can have out there. You can go on so many cool runs around our house and

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maybe see a mountain lion or a deer.” She added that the ranch also had two llamas that have since died, named Ollama Bin Laden and the Dalai Llama. There will sometimes be the skeptics who feel that what the Scholls are doing with their kids isn’t best for them. “People ask ‘are you going to burn them out?’ I don’t know, I don’t have the answers,” said Stephanie, who earned an undergraduate exercise science degree from the Univer-sity of Denver and a graduate degree from Colorado State University, while husband Shawn has his degrees in the field from Idaho State and Montana State. He is also a US Paralympic nordic ski team coach, and has been coached by national team coaches himself. Both have worked in the wellness center in the local hospital. “We’re just trying to keep it fun, keep it short, keep it with the family,” she said. “If they get burned out, if they get injured – we hope not – but we try to cross-train (the kids also compete in nordic ski-ing). There are no guarantees. We look in the record books and don’t recognize but five names of kids that were great junior athletes that you never saw again. And then there’s the handful of runners like Suzy Favor, Mary Decker, Jordan Hasay, and Melody Fairchild who do well later, but they are few and far between. “You can pick out a lot of soccer parents who are way more (fanatical) than we are,” Stephanie added. “We even tease the kids and tell them that when you are interviewed, tell them if you don’t win that they have to run home. It’s a joke, but people can’t imagine that they love doing it the way they love doing it. But when you have success, why wouldn’t you? When my kids want to get up at 5:30 before school and do a workout, that’s their option. I tell

them they can go back to bed, they say ‘no mom we’re getting up because we don’t want to wait until after school.’ “ “It makes my day start off better,” said Tabor. “My attitude is totally bet-ter once I do something. It helps me get through school without being distracted, and in dealing with my little brother, who is totally crazy and insane. It’s for me like eat-ing or sleeping. It just comes naturally, and I feel better.” “I’m always a lot nicer and feel better after I do a workout,” said Tyler. “It feels great to workout and at least get some-thing in at least once a day, even when you at first don’t want to do it.” Their education is fairly unique, too. They are two of just five students at Mountain Valley Christian Academy in Kremmling, which allows pupils to learn at their own pace. “It’s a really cool school with a lot of individual learning,” Tabor said. As a result of their schooling and the lack of competition they find in their own age groups, Tabor and Tyler focus their racing efforts on AAU, Junior Olympic, and USATF events, and likely will continue to do so while they are in high school. “They always heard everything around racing, so it wasn’t a mystery,” said Stephanie, “so when they’re nervous before a race, it’s like nothing new, they know that we were nervous and that’s the way you’re supposed to feel. Hopefully, that helps them from getting burned out because we’re all in this together.” “My parents are doing it with us,” said Tabor, “while in other sports, kids’ par-ents watch from the sidelines, so it’s more fun because we are all together doing it. And you can talk with them about it afterward because you did it together.” “I have a lot of fast people to train

with, including my family and my two dogs, yellow labs Davis and Scully,” Tyler said. “Davis is always ahead of me.” At the end of 2009, Tyler won the AAU Bantam Division (ages 9-10) 3,000 meter district championship in Brighton, and then went on to capture the national title in Orlando in a time of 10:53.1. Tabor snared the district Midget (ages 11-12) 3,000 meter crown and also won nationals in 11:05.0. In July, Tyler broke the regional Junior Olympic bantam record in the 1,500 by running 4:58.81, qualifying him for nationals in Sacramento. There, he won the championship in 4:45.69 by a margin of eight seconds, just two seconds off the na-tional bantam record. For good measure, he was also fifth in the 800 in a PR of 2:25.22. Tabor, who has moved up to the youth (ages 13-14) division, won the regional 1,500 title and then lowered her PR by almost six seconds in Sacramento to 4:45.90. She set her 800 PR in the regionals with a 2:23.43. Some of their rapid progress has been credited to renowned coach Lyle Knudson. In addition to providing work-outs, Knudson has introduced the Scholl kids to weight training in the form of Cross-Fit. “It includes box jumps, jump roping, squats, and power cleans,” Tabor said. “The workout is done in 12 minutes. It keeps us strong. I think it’s one of my brother’s and my advantages in that we’re strong and can push through things.” “When he first met us as a family,” said Stephanie, “he wanted us to throttle back because too many parents don’t know what is going on and just push the kids. But after a while he said, ‘I don’t worry about you guys.’” “Lyle is a pretty funny guy with a dry sense of humor and he acts really serious until you get him loosened up,” said Tabor.

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“He’s a super nice guy, he’s like a grandpa to me. He’s like a part of the family.” Stephanie thinks there are some other advantages to living in a close community like Kremmling. “We’ve had the opportunity to meet a lot of Olympic-caliber athletes and our kids realize they’re normal people like they are. (Steamboat Springs’ Olympic nordic ski medallist) Todd Lodwick is so great to our kids when he comes into the coffee shop. These athletes are all such good influences on our kids.” Tyler also lists Usain Bolt, Bernard Lagat, Australian pole vaulter Steve Hooker, and elite cyclists Ben Blaugrund, Lance Arm-strong, Alberto Contador, and Davis Phinney among his athletic heroes. You won’t find a video game controller in his house. Instead, there are copies of Track & Field News, and tapes of Lagat’s meets. That influence surfaces when you ask Tabor and Tyler about their aspirations. “I want to try to make the trials someday,” said Tabor. “Go to the Olympics in the 1,500. The World Championships in Cross Country. And do Foot Locker (the national high school championships).” “By 10 or 11,” said Tyler, “I’d like to break 4:40 in the 1,500 and I would like to run a 2:08 800. I want to do a lot of bike races, and run in different states and countries.” Then he got really serious. “I want to go to the Winter Olympics in cross country skiing, go to the Summer Olympics in the 3,000 and in the 1,500 or 800, or try to ride the Tour de France.” Is that biting off more than one can chew? “If you train for it hard enough and you really

want it, and if you have the mindset for it,” Ty-ler said, “you can do it. There’s that little thing in your head that says you can quit. I have the mindset that I can’t quit. You can catch that guy, you can go harder. I’m able to go stronger and harder because I’m not letting that little voice get to me. I also use it in cycling and skiing, and CrossFit. It even helps when I help my dad on the ranch.” It’s noticeable that their times at this stage of their lives are fairly similar, so after all of this serious talk, when they banter about their rivalry, things sound downright kid-like again. “When he was younger, I always beat him,” said Tabor, “but now this year, he’s beating me, so now I say ‘I’m going to get you this time.’ He says, ‘no I’m way faster.’ It’s hard when your little brother that’s four years younger is beating you. We wrestle in the liv-ing room all the time, but I usually win because I can sit on him.” “We have a pretty tight relationship,” Tyler said. “We always run and do pretty much everything together. If we get separated, we get pretty grouchy.” So does Tyler run into resentment from the older runners he vanquishes? “All these people are all so nice to me,” he said. “No, they congratulate me. It’s fun seeing all of the old friends you’ve met at races. You can make a lot of friends in running.” So at some race in the future, be pre-pared to make friends with a couple of young runners… the ones that just thrashed you!

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Here are some nuggets of information about chocolate. I’ll let you decide whether or not the health benefits of eating chocolate are greater than the health costs—and if you personally want to define chocolate as a “health food” within the context of your own diet.

The “Bad” The bad news is chocolate consists of primarily saturated fat and sugar. A Hershey’s Chocolate Bar contains 210 calories, 24 grams sugar (46% of calories), 13 grams total fat (55% of calories) and 8 grams saturated fat, equivalent to a tablespoon of butter. Boo hoo. But here’s how you can rationalize including this popular treat in your overall well-balanced sports diet: The fat in chocolate does not raise bad cholesterol levels and the sugar (carb) in chocolate fuels your muscles.

• Like most people, runners commonly eat chocolate in bursts—a lot in a day, such as on holidays or pre-menstrually—or none. The question arises: Would enjoying some chocolate every day help reduce an runner’s urge to binge-eat the whole bag of M&Ms in a moment of weakness? That’s a good question and one that needs to be researched. We do know that deprivation and denial of food con-tributes to overeating. You know the syndrome: “I’m starting my diet

Monday morning, so Sunday is my last chance to eat chocolate...” and there goes the whole bag of M&Ms! I invite my clients to try taking the “power” away from chocolate by enjoying a little bit every day, such as for dessert after lunch. Ideally, daily chocolate could reduce it to being simply a com-monplace plant food, just like bran cereal, an apple or carrot sticks.

The “Ugly” Some runners claim they are “addicted” to chocolate. Perhaps “chocolate addicts” grew up in a household where the parents banned chocolate? Now, as grown-ups, maybe they rebel by eating Reece’s Pieces by the bagful? Or are they “super tasters” and the flavor of chocolate is just irresistible? Perhaps they have a genetic difference that makes chocolate highly attractive? Some day, genetic testing may help us find the answer to that question.

The “good” Chocolate is made from cocoa. Cocoa comes from a plant. It is a rich source of health-protective phytochemicals, just like you’d get from fruits, vegetables and whole grains. Two tablespoons of natural cocoa power (the kind used in baking) offers the same antioxidant power as 3/4 cup blueberries or 1.5 glasses red wine.

• Of all the types of chocolate, dark chocolate is the richest source of phytonutrients. Unfortunately, dark chocolate has a slightly bitter taste and most runners prefer the sweeter milk chocolate. Maybe we should raise today’s children on dark chocolate, so they will they learn to prefer it...?

• One phytochemical in cocoa is nitrate. Nitrate gets converted into nitric oxide, a chemical known to increase blood flow. Nitric oxide lowers blood pressure, a good thing for masters runners who want to stay youthful and invest in their health.

• Another group of phytochemicals are called flavonoids. They are in many plant foods, including tea, apples and onions. Epidemiological surveys of large groups of people indicate those who regularly con-sume chocolate consume more of these health-protective flavonoids than non-chocolate eaters. This reduces their risk of heart disease. In the Netherlands, elderly men who routinely ate chocolate-containing products reduced their risk of heart disease by 50% and their risk of dying from other causes by 47%.

• Cocoa increases blood flow to the brain. If this means you can pro-cess information better and faster—like calculate your split times or help your kids with their math homework—wouldn’t that be a great excuse to enjoy chocolate?!

• Many parents keep chocolate away from their children, think-ing chocolate makes them hyper. No research to date supports that claim. The party or special event that surrounds the chocolate likely triggers the hyperactivity.

• Chocolate is yummy! Most runners love chocolate. Chocolate lov-ers don’t want sugar-free or fat-free chocolate. They want the 100% real stuff! That’s because consumers buy benefits, not products. Being yummy is a huge benefit!

CHOCOLATEIs it a health food? “Chocolate! I try to stay away from it!!!” commented my client, a runner who described herself as having a rampant sweet tooth. For her, chocolate fits into the categories of junk food, guilty pleasure and ruiner of good intentions to lose weight. Yet, she also recognized there is potentially a happier side of the story. Ads for dark chocolate suggest chocolate is good for us. Chocolate comes from plants and contains the same health-protective compounds that are found in fruits and vegetables. So what is the whole story on chocolate? Is it little more than an alluring form of refined sugar, saturated fat and empty calories? Or does chocolate (in moderation, of course) have positive qualities that might be beneficial for runners? –By nAncy cLARK


During the recession in 2009, sales of Hershey’s chocolates increased. Is that because worried people bought a moment of yummy, cheer-me-up chocolate? Or, did they simply settle for a bag of less expensive Hershey’s Kisses instead of a box of pricey Godiva Chocolates? Regardless, chocolate seems to fit every mood, be it happy, sad, tired or celebratory.

• Flavanol-rich cocoa may help reduce muscle soreness. Studies with athletes who performed muscle-damaging downhill run-ning and then consumed a cocoa-based carbohydrate and protein beverage experienced less muscle damage and felt less muscle soreness.

•Although the chocolate used in flavoring milk lacks the health-protectors found in dark chocolate, the yummy flavor makes chocolate milk a popular recovery drink. The sweetened chocolate offers carbs to refuel muscles; the milk offers protein to build and repair muscle. Plus, milk boosts intake of calcium and vitamin D, needed for strong bones.

Conclusion Despite all this good news about chocolate, it is still just a candy and not a life-sustaining food. Yet, it does provide pleasure—and pleasure is certainly part of a health and wellness program, right? The trick is to enjoy dark chocolate as part of the 100 to 150 “discretionary” sugar calories that can be part of your daily sports diet. As for me, I’ll enjoy my dark chocolate during a long hike, run or bike ride. Tastes better than most engineered sports foods and nicely fuels both my body and my mind!

Nancy Clark, MS, RD, CSSD (Board Certified Specialist in Sports Dietetics) is the author of the Sports Nutrition Guidebook and food guides for new runners, marathoners or soccer players. See www.nancyclarkrd.com and sportsnutritionworkshop.com.

Chocolate LushThis low fat brownie pudding forms its own sauce during baking. It’s a tasty treat for when you are hankering for a chocolate-fix and a yummy way to add a little dark chocolate to your sports diet. This recipe is one of many in my Sports Nutrition Guidebook.

1 cup flour, preferably half white, half whole wheat3/4 cup sugar2 tablespoons unsweetened dry cocoa2 teaspoons baking powder1 teaspoon salt1/2 cup milk2 tablespoons oil, preferably canola2 teaspoons vanilla3/4 cup brown sugar1/4 cup unsweetened dry cocoa1-3/4 cups hot waterOptional: 1/2 cup chopped nuts.

1. Preheat the oven to 350°.2. In a medium bowl, stir together the flour, white sugar, 2 tablespoons cocoa, baking powder, and salt; add the milk, oil, and vanilla. Mix until smooth. (Add nuts.)3. Pour into an 8x8” square pan that is nonstick, lightly oiled, or treated with cooking spray.4. Combine the brown sugar, 1/4 cup cocoa, and hot water. Gently pour this mixture on top of the batter in the pan.5. Bake at 350° for 40 minutes, or until lightly browned and bubbly.

Yield: 9 servingsTotal calories: 2,100Calories per serving: 230Carbohydrate: 46 grams Protein: 3 gramsFat: 4 grams


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Each season, the overall direction of the footwear industry is revealed in trends. For more than four years, we’vereported that companies have been lightening up many of their shoes and this continues. The growing influence of

minimalism and “barefoot” running, in conjunction with improved technologies and formulations of components andrefined design, means there are more shoes with less structure, lighter weight, and fewer motion-controlling features.Our racing shoe reviews have always looked at shoes that feature the least amount of support, weight, or inhibitingfeatures, but this trend extends deeper than ever into the training shoe category. A number of high-mileage shoes havealso benefitted from this trend, slimming down without compromising their protective cushioning. And there is a shrink-ing but significant offering of heavier models that cater to runners who need extra cushioning or even more significantstructure to counteract overpronation.

Geometry is another significant trend in the design of running shoes. Attention is being focused on more critical mid-sole shaping, the flare (depth and shape) of flex grooves, the size and positioning of crashpads, and the ratio betweenheel and forefoot heights. Along with these considerations, designers and development teams are carefully consider-ing the material of each of these elements, appraising their rebound and dampening effects, in addition to their dura-bility and comfort. The results of this focus on geometry can be seen in two types of offerings: highly engineered mod-els and spare, simplified designs.

These two trends are refining the way that running shoes perform when you take them out on a run, making it easierthan ever to find a shoe perfectly suited to your biomechanical and situational needs.

—Cregg Weinmann, Running Network Footwear Reviewer

Welcome to the Running Network’s 2010 Fall Shoe Review!In the spring of 1991, it was my great good fortune to meet Emil Zatopek, win-ner of three Golds at the 1952 Olympics (5000m, 10,000m, marathon) and twomedals in 1948 (Gold in the 10,000m and Silver in the 5000m). I was in awe.

After Emil served as our honorary assistant coach at the Ed Adams Invitationalin Salinas, my coaching partner Joe Mangan and I drove him to Carmel,California so he could see the beauty of Big Sur. During the drive, there was atwinkle in his eyes as he told us about his friendly rivalry with Alain Mimoun,who finished second to him in numerous European and Olympic champi-onships. It wasn’t until 1956, when Emil had injured himself training for themarathon, that Mimoun was victorious over Emil, and then he waited at the fin-ish line as Zatopek finished an honorable sixth place.

When I asked Emil how he got started running, he told me that he had neededa new pair of boots and that was the prize for winning a local 5K race. So in the

cold winter of 1944, Zatopek ran his first race, won, and was given a new pairof boots—a necessary item in the cold, snowy winter in occupiedCzechoslovakia.

The right footwear is a necessary item for all runners, no matter what theirlevel. At the Running Network LLC, we’re committed to making that search eas-ier for you with this 2010 Fall Shoe Review. You don’t have to win a race to geta great shoe—you simply need to visit your local running specialty store andtry on a variety of shoes until you find the perfect one for you. Best wishes!

Larry EderPresident, Running Network LLC

ASICS Gel-Nimbus 12

Best Shoe—Neutral

Saucony ProGrid Kinvara

Best Shoe—Performance

Nike LunarGlide+ 2

Best Shoe—Motion Stabilizing

K-Swiss Blade-Light

Best New Shoe

Mizuno Wave Precision 11

Best Renovation

Brooks Summon 2

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adidas adiZero Boston $100

To runners, “Boston” means the Boston Marathon; the adiZero Boston also takes its name from that race. Taking a page fromthe minimalist’s design book, it nestles into the adiZero line, the pure performance range of adidas running. The upper is a thin,open mesh with an internal framework of soft, synthetic suede supports and external overlays at heel and toe. A thin layer offoam at the ankle collar and in the tongue only where the laces tie provides just enough padding to secure the shoe comfort-ably without adding unnecessary weight. The midsole is a resilient chunk of EVA with a surprisingly low-profile feel. The heelis a combination of the effective ForMotion cassette and a substantial crashpad to manage the touchdown. It’s mated to a fore-foot of flexible adiPrene+. The result is an effective performance shoe that withstands the demands of high-mileage training.

“Well cushioned, even for daily training. Not bad in the weight department; light enough for faster running. I’ve been very pleased with theperformance.”

Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to very mild overpronation • Sizes: Men 6.5–13,14,15; Women5–12 • Weight: Men 11.5 oz. (size 11); Women 9.7 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved • Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, adiPrene Strobelboard (heel)

Brooks Summon 2 $85

The original Summon was a yeoman-like neutral shoe that generated a rather neutral response. The Summon 2 looks to changethat with some upgrades and a price reduction. The upper uses a more open mesh—an improvement, to be sure—though it’sjust a bit spare on the ankle collar foam. The fit is secure and overlays are well-placed; in fact, the medial side is shored up,especially at the first metatarsal head, though the tradeoff is that it’s not very bunion-friendly. The midsole is the new BioS-257,Brooks’ reliable foam made eco-friendly without compromising performance. In fact, it’s more responsive than the original for-mulation. The contouring of the foam gives the shoe a much-improved transition through the footstrike and a lower profileappearance. Runners looking for a lightweight, neutral, high-mileage shoe may be well-served by the Summon, honored as ourBest Value.

“Fit well with good support. Very good cushioning, nice responsive toe-off. Pretty light for a high mileage trainer, though a bit heavy for aperformance shoe. A good running shoe, plain and simple.”

Updates the Summon • Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics • Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15; Women 6–12• Weight: Men 11.6 oz. (size 11); Women 9.9 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved • Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, BioS-257 Strobel board

k-Swiss Blade-Light $100

The Blade-Light advances the concept behind the UltraNatural Run series, but with a little more heft. Surprisingly lightweight,its appearance may cause concern about handling heavy mileage, but its performance confirms that it can take just about what-ever you’re willing to throw at it. It’s very neutral—there’s no extra support in the shoe—and it provides plenty of cushion andgreat flexibility. The upper features a supportive saddle that keeps the foot centered over the midsole, which is a generous slabof molded EVA that has excellent flexibility. The outersole is minimal (largely exposed EVA) but with carbon rubber in the high-wear areas and a forefoot insert of blown rubber and Superfoam assisting the toe-off. What you get is much more than you seeat first look—so much so, that the Blade-Light earned honors as our Best New Shoe.

“These worked great for me, no matter what kind of running, but especially fast running.”

Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics • Sizes: Men 7–13,14; Women 5–11,12 • Weight: Men 10.5 oz.(size 11); Women 8.9 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved • Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, Superfoam Strobel board

Mizuno wave Precision 11 $97

The Precision has had a faithful audience through 10 updates and the Precision 11 may be the best yet. The upper is light-weight and the open mesh breathes well. The newly designed eyestay connects to three separate internal straps to cinch theupper where it needs to conform to the foot. A soft, sueded liner wraps the ankle and instep and an Ortholite innersole addscushioning and comfort. The midsole is AP+, providing a much-improved ride to the shoe that’s further enhanced by an artic-ulated version of the Wave Plate, a re-beveling of the heel, and an additional deflection zone in the midfoot to accommodate avariety of footstrikes and gaits. The outersole has more flex grooves to improve flexibility while maintaining durability in thehigh-wear areas thanks to the carbon rubber. The performance is perfect for fast running—tempo, speedwork, even some longraces—yet durable enough for day-to-day use for the biomechanically efficient, earning it honors as our Best Renovation.

“They fit snug mid-foot and have ample toe room. They feel comfortable and have good cushioning for their light weight.”

Updates the Wave Precision 10 • Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics • Sizes: Men 7–13,14; Women6–11 • Weight: Men 11.0 oz. (size 11); Women 9.3 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved • Construction: Strobel slip-lasted

New Balance 759 $95

The New Balance approach to updates has always been conservative. The overall changes to the 759 appear minor when lookedat individually, but in combination, they’re enough to nudge the shoe into the Performance range. The consistent execution, fit,and ride have been little altered, but each of these areas benefits from the industry-wide trend of trimming weight from a shoewherever it reasonably can. The upper is a wide open mesh outer layer with a fine mesh lining. The overlays have beenredesigned, cleverly anchoring the foot to the midsole in a few strategic places while freeing it in the forefoot, providing sup-port while saving weight. The midsole is still ACTEVA Lite with the same basic N-ERGY set-up in the heel, though minor alter-ations to the components do improve the transition. The outersole is a bit more flexible and maintains the blown rubber fore-foot/carbon rubber heel that has worked well in this series. Runners will find the 759 to be a consistent and protective high-mileage trainer, which happens to weigh less than one might expect.

“I liked the shoe and the neutral colors. I noticed that NB did not use the ‘crinkly’ laces that tend to stay tied so well. The upper materialsare very breathable to help keep my feet dry and cool. They wore well, but the cushioning was about average.”

Updates the 758 • Recommended for: low- to medium-arched feet with neutral biomechanics • Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15 (D,2E,4E); Women6–12,13 (2A,B,D) • Weight: Men 11.7 oz. (size 11); Women 9.9 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved • Construction: Strobel slip-lasted,polyurethane Strobel board

BEST VALUEFALL 2010

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BEST NEW SHOEFALL 2010

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Nike Pegasus+ 27 $90

The Pegasus has been updated more than twice as many times as the next-longest model series in this review. That’s a lot ofwork poured into a shoe that continues to reflect the best in materials and know-how. The biggest story of #27 is its weight: It’salmost 5% lighter than last season. The light weight, however, doesn’t undermine its ability to handle the mileage demandedby serious runners. The upper features a routine airmesh with an effective saddle design that secures the midfoot and lines upthe foot over the midsole. The midsole features Cushlon for the first time (replacing the stalwart Phylon). Although there’s abump in price, it matches the bump in value. The outersole—waffle-fill in the forefoot and BRS 1000 in the heel—has excel-lent durability with traction to match. The sum of these parts adds up to one of the best versions yet of the Pegasus.

“They seemed a little snug [on] the first few runs, but I think now I would say they are supportive. The shoes have a lightweight bounce tothem. Very impressed with these shoes—good durability, fit, and cushion.”

Updates the Pegasus+ 26 • Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics • Sizes: Men 6–13,14,15; Women5–12 • Weight: Men 11.8 oz. (size 11); Women 10.0 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved • Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board

Saucony Progrid kinvara $90

The Kinvara is the most innovative shoe Saucony has produced this year, and it may well influence its line for some time tocome. The philosophy of “less is more” is on full display here. The upper is a gossamer-like, fine mesh over an open meshliner; the combination is both protective and breathable. Instead of a full ankle collar, twin ovals of memory foam guard eachside of the Achilles tendon and provide both secure fit and comfort. The midsole is a new EVA compound with more rubber forincreased resilience. An insert of ProGrid Lite in the heel smoothes the touch-down and a tweak to the heel/forefoot ratios—lowering the heel a bit with a generous forefoot—actually improves the overall cushioning as well as provides a more naturalbiomechanical position. Its combination of innovations and its feather-like weight earned the Kinvara honors as our Best Shoein the Performance category.

“Nice, secure fit. No slipping in heel even though it has little structure. Light as a feather, surprising how well they work for daily training.Any reservations I may have had about how light they were have been dispelled by their performance on the road.”

Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics • Sizes: Men 4–13,14,15,16,17; Women 5–12 • Weight: Men 7.7oz. (size 11); Women 6.7 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved • Construction: Strobel slip-lasted

Zoot ultra kane $150

Its light weight places the Ultra Kane squarely in the Performance category, but make no mistake about it: This is a full-featuredmotion stabilizing shoe. The upper takes a cue from their racer, the Ultra Speed, using compression fabric for a skin-tight fitthat flexes just enough to give support while still allowing the foot to move. The midsole is a beefed-up layer of full-length Z-bound over a high-quality EVA. These dual-density inserts sit on top of each other separated by a carbon shank and work as aunit to stabilize overpronation. The outersole—carbon rubber in the high-wear areas with blown rubber in the lateral forefoot—is segmented and pared back to save weight, while providing traction, flexibility, and comfort. Overall, the Ultra Kane bringsstability, cushioning, and performance to runners and triathletes serious about their run.

“Very snug, comfortable, and supportive. Pretty doggone light, especially for the stability and support. Great shoe, I have to say. No realdrawbacks for me.”

Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to very mild overpronation • Sizes: Men 6–14,15,16; Women6–11 • Weight: Men 10.7 oz. (size 11); Women 9.9 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved • Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board

aSiCS gel-Cumulus 12 $100

The Cumulus fills an important role in ASICS’ impressive line of neutral shoes and Round 12 provides the expected quality andcushioning. A larger heel Gel component increases resiliency, and minor changes to the midsole sculpting and outersoleadjustments add stability while refining the transition from heelstrike to toe-off. The ride is much the same as before, just moredialed in. The upper is a nice, open mesh and employs HF-welded supports in the open areas and the logo stripes extend backtoward the top of the heel. Other overlays have been reduced or eliminated in areas that are now better supported by the alter-nate methods. The height of the ankle collar has been lowered to reduce possible irritation but the remaining memory foamconforms well. The interior has a plusher feel and forefoot cushioning has been upgraded by changing the 3⁄4-length SolyteStrobel board to full-length. These modifications and additions result in a better shoe, which is welcome news to Cumulus fans.

“Very secure fit, with plenty of padding—maybe more than needed. These have been reliably well-cushioned since the beginning, and Iappreciate the ride they provide. They are a bit heavy, but that trade-off seems necessary for the cushioning.”

Updates the Gel-Cumulus 11 • Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics • Sizes: Men 6–13,14,15 (D),7–13,14,15 (2E,4E); Women 5–13 (2A,B), 6–13 (D) • Weight: Men 13.5 oz. (size 11); Women 11.1 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved •Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, Solyte Strobel board

aSiCS gel-Nimbus 12 $120

The flagship of ASICS’ neutral shoes isn’t what it used to be—it’s better. A men’s size 11 is 5% lighter than last year, the biggestweight loss (0.9 ounces!) among the slimmed-down mid-weight shoes in this review. The upper has retained the stretchy mesh,Biomorphic Fit panels, and asymmetrical lacing, but the individual eyelets have been separated into what ASICS calls DiscreteEyelet Construction to conform to the contours of the foot, improving the fit. The memory foam in the ankle collar has beenupgraded in quality and the collar height is lower to reduce the possibility of irritation. The midline flex grooves on the under-side of the midsole and as well as those in the outersole have been opened to allow the foot to follow a more natural path inits gait—put simply, the shoe flexes better with the foot. The plush ride, weight savings, and outstanding fit earned the Nimbus12 our Best Shoe award in the Neutral category.

“I am new to running, but these shoes really give me the desire to run farther than before. I have never worn any shoes more comfortablethan these.”

Updates the Gel-Nimbus 11 • Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics • Sizes: Men 6–14,15,16 (D),7–14,15,16 (2E,4E); Women 5–13 (B), 6-13 (2A,D) • Weight: Men 12.6 oz. (size 11); Women 10.6 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved •Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, Solyte Strobel board

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Brooks ghost 3 $100

The Ghost has evolved on its way to joining the hot-selling Adrenaline GTS as part of Brooks’ Go 2 Series. The upper is a wideopen mesh over a smaller mesh inner layer that moves moisture away and ventilates the foot. The pattern used for the upperhas changed a bit and those nips and tucks result in a better fit over the foot’s contours. The shoe has gained some weight, afair tradeoff for better cushioning and a plusher interior. The biggest improvement is the move to Brooks’ sprung last, which isused in the Glycerin and a few other styles. The profile of the forefoot sweeps up, providing a better transition and more ener-getic toe-off. The midsole is BioMoGo with its durable responsive ride and great flexibility. The HPR outersole and blown rub-ber forefoot are familiar and provide the expected performance: good traction, durability, and a little cushioning for your highmileage. Runners looking for responsive cushioning and durability in a mid-priced, neutral shoe should consider the Ghost.

“These shoes fit great. I have found them to be the shoe I have been reaching for when heading out for tempo runs, or this morning’s 1200s.My feet are happy even after 15 miles in them.”

Updates the Ghost 2 • Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics • Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15 (B,D,2E); Women 5–12(2A,B,D) • Weight: Men 12.4 oz. (size 11); Women 10.6 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved • Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, S-257 Strobel board

Reebok Premier aztrec 2 $85

The Aztrec was an excellent entry-level, neutral trainer that’s now ready to play with the big boys, thanks to some excellentupdating by Reebok. It’ll cost you an additional five bucks, but it’s money well spent. The upper has upgraded foam, improvedtailoring, and a redesigned tongue, all improving fit and comfort. The injection-molded EVA midsole gets some help from theDMX Foam Strobel board, which is now full-length, and the ride is more responsive and quick instead of somewhat spongy asit was before. The flex grooves have been reworked and newly configured DMPRTEK provides its measure of cushion, as wellas durable traction. The heel has a slightly larger outersole pod to improve medial stability, while the lateral side works withthe crashpad to keep the foot from drifting inward. Here, design and execution were accomplished with value remaining frontand center in the designers’ vision.

“This shoe is light, stable, with the right amount of cushioning, [at] a decent price. What’s not to like?”

Updates the Premier Aztrec • Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics • Sizes: Men 6.5–13,14; Women5–12 • Weight: Men 12.7 oz. (size 11); Women 10.8 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved • Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, DMX FoamStrobel board

Reebok Premier verona Supreme $95

The Verona has gone through three iterations, each punctuated by methodical improvement. Though not intended for overpronators, the geometry of the midsole is now more forgiving of the efficiency breakdown that can occur with fatigue.There’s a lateral Shear unit, TPU arches that give a bit on impact and direct the foot from the lateral side, while a convex-shapedmedial midsole prevents the foot from rolling inward. The segmented outersole, flex grooves, and lateral crashpad provideadditional guidance to the foot for improved biomechanical efficiency, while the DMPRTEK outersole offers durable traction anda bit of extra cushioning. In concert, these changes provide a responsive, cushioned ride. The upper employs a stretch meshthat’s a bit more open for coolness and moving moisture. The tongue has been reshaped and softer lining materials used. TheKinetic Fit Panels are now combined with a SmoothFit interior to improve step-in comfort, even with barefoot use. The midfootis supported by the saddle created from the Vector stripes. The result is a responsive, mid-weight, mid-priced success story.

“They felt good from the first time I put them on. There’s a lot of padding around the collar. The toe box has a good amount of wiggle roomfor the tootsies. I felt like I was running (dare I say?) barefoot inside my socks and shoes.”

Updates the Premier Verona KFS 2 • Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics • Sizes: Men 6.5–13,14;Women 5–11,12 • Weight: Men 12.4 oz. (size 11); Women 10.6 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved • Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, DMXFoam Strobel board

Saucony Progrid Ride 3 $95

A bit bulkier than last year, the Ride now offers a plusher ride as the midsole features a larger lateral crashpad and forefootinsert. The midsole compound and ProGrid in the heel are durable and provide cushion without mushiness. The upper has asmaller percentage covered with overlays, favoring HF-welded supports in the interior of the forefoot, with fewer spots thatmight irritate. The fit is secure where necessary and there’s no slipping in the heel, thanks to memory foam in the collar. A mois-ture-wicking lining prevents the problems associated with wetness. The outersole has newly configured flex grooves, and whatappears to be a more substantial shank (though this is difficult to ascertain due to the nature and placement of the device) whichhelps keep the foot lined up through the footstrike. The durable carbon rubber heel and the blown rubber forefoot contributetheir well-known strengths to the layers of cushioning, providing a plush ride to the Ride.

“Quite a bit of cushioning, evenly distributed. They felt a bit heavy but they’re protective, I’ll say that much for them. They did a good job.”

Updates the ProGrid Ride 2 • Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics • Sizes: Men 6.5–13,14,15; Women5–12 • Weight: Men 13.1 oz. (size 11); Women 10.9 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved • Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, HRC Strobel board

karhu Stable Fulcrum Ride $120

Though the name doesn’t indicate it, the Stable Ride is an update to last year’s model. What else is the same, you ask? Themidsole components—including Karhu’s Fulcrum, here in the stability version—and the outersole are essentially the same.There are always tweaks, especially in updated shoes, but they’ve left the cushy ride and good transition unaltered. The upperhas several improvements, primarily for better fit and comfort. The ankle collar and inside heel area have been smoothed outand combine with exterior heel overlays to offer better support. The logo stripes have been scaled down slightly, and thin, indi-vidual HF-welded straps now secure the midfoot to the eyestay to provide support while conforming to the foot. The open fore-foot has been maintained, allowing the foot to spread comfortably. The weight is up slightly, but the stable, cushioned ride andsecure fit may be just what you’re looking for.

“Fit well from toes to ankles. Good stability and cushiness, but the heel felt a little tippy and took some getting used to.”

Updates the Stable Ride • Recommended for: low- to medium-high–arched feet with mild to moderate overpronation • Sizes: Men 8–13,14;Women 6–11 • Weight: Men 13.8 oz. (size 11); Women 11.2 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved • Construction: Strobel slip-lasted

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Mizuno wave alchemy 10 $110

The Alchemy continues to be Mizuno’s most consistent motion stabilizing shoe. The midsole now features the AP+ foam for-mulation, adding noticeable responsiveness. The forefoot area of the midsole unit has been slightly broadened for better sta-bility and the midsole sculpting allows better articulation with both the ground and the Wave plate. The medial forefoot flexgrooves in the outersole have been greatly reduced without inhibiting the transition from heel to toe and the outersole has beeneven more differentiated by gender: The women’s lateral forefoot is more flexible, while the men’s is a bit stiffer, accommodat-ing average weight differences. New overlays supporting the eyestay wrap the foot better, while the top lateral eyelet is hingedfor better customization. The interior sports a new sueded material made even more comfortable by the memory foam ankle col-lar. The stability, cushioning, and comfort features make the Alchemy 10 Mizuno’s motion stabilizing MVP.

“It has a very nice balance of padding and ‘feel’ of the road. My foot feels well protected. After 100 miles, these shoes look and feel brandnew. I am pleased to notice that the dark gray collar (lining) around the ankle is a bit more durable than I have seen on most running shoes.”

Updates the Wave Alchemy 9 • Recommended for: low- to medium-arched feet with moderate overpronation • Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15,16 (D,2E);Women 6–12 (AA,B) • Weight: Men 13.9 oz. (size 11); Women 11.2 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved • Construction: Strobel slip-lasted

New Balance 1226 $140

The 1226 is New Balance’s most performance-oriented motion stabilizing shoe and it updates the 1225 with some reshapingto improve support and secure the midfoot. Cushioning has been optimized by modifying the rubbery heel crashpad, and the1225’s three small rubbery inserts are now a single, dual-winged unit in the lateral midfoot that acts as a crashpad under thefifth metatarsal. Stability has been dialed in with adjustments to the Stability Web shank support, as well as a new iteration ofStabilicore that’s thicker where the forces are greatest and a bit thinner where they’re less. The outersole has been completelyreworked: Flex grooves have been repositioned and there’s a bit more blown rubber in the forefoot that’s die-cut to allow goodflexibility. The fit has also been refined with webbing loops running the length of the eyestay that we found to secure the foot abit better. The result is a stable, well-supported, well-cushioned shoe.

“Initial fit is comfortable and snug. It seems that these have a nicer and softer feel with some ‘squish.’ Remarkably, these don’t have thesame clunky feel that I’ve experienced in previous New Balance stability shoes. It’s a good, comfortable shoe.”

Updates the 1225 • Recommended for: low- to medium-arched feet with moderate to maximum overpronation • Sizes: Men 7–13,14,15,16(B,D,2E,4E); Women 6–12 (AA,B,D) • Weight: Men 13.8 oz. (size 11); Women 11.5 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved • Construction: Strobelslip-lasted, polyurethane Strobel board

Nike Lunarglide+ 2 $100

The Nike Lunar shoes have been a work in progress, leapfrogging innovation with minor modifications and adjustments. TheLunarGlide+ 2 takes the platform and philosophy of the original and refines the final product. The upper has been tailored for abetter fit and a new configuration of Flywire in the midfoot provides support that holds the foot securely so it doesn’t slide aroundinside the open forefoot, a weakness of the initial round. The midsole and ride will be familiar as the Lunarlon foam and compo-nents have been retained in their original form. The outersole is essentially unchanged, providing a good combination of trac-tion and durability. The improvements to the upper, the continued great ride, and the welcome price freeze all contribute to earn-ing the LunarGlide+ 2 honors as our Best Shoe in the Motion Stabilizing category.

“Love the way they fit—nice and smooth, and hug your foot and arch. Super light, springy feeling while I run, but they still have plenty ofcushion and support. The stability of the shoes is good. They cinch up around my foot nicely and hold it in place quite well.”

Updates the LunarGlide+ • Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with neutral biomechanics to moderate overpronation • Sizes:Men 6–13,14,15; Women 5–12 • Weight: Men 12.2 oz. (size 11); Women 9.9 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved • Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board

Pearl izumi isoShift $120

The new IsoShift debuts Pearl Izumi’s new technology called the Graduated Guidance System. This is the most efficient mid-sole geometry that Pearl Izumi has used in a motion stabilizing shoe to date. It keeps the weight down by using a cradle of sec-ond density EVA foam to assist the foot through the gait cycle. The shoe affords plenty of stability with good cushioning thathas a bouncy response. The upper has the seam-free construction the brand is known for, along with HF-welded overlaysadding a touch of support at the top and bottom edges of the eyestay, and sturdier synthetic overlays in the heel and toe. A newoutersole configuration of carbon rubber provides durability and traction. If Pearl Izumi has been a satisfying choice for yourtraining, the IsoShift should be a quality performer for you.

“Fit well; it really secured my foot. Decent cushion, better after a few break-in miles. The stability was about as good as Pearl Izumi hasdone, and it feels a lot lighter.”

Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with very mild to moderate overpronation • Sizes: Men 7–13,14; Women 5–11,12 • Weight:Men 12.6 oz. (size 11); Women 10.4 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved • Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, EVA Strobel board

Puma vectana 2 $100

For Puma, the Vectana ushered in a return to a traditional approach to motion stabilizing shoes and Version 2 irons out somebugs while refining its strengths. The fit has been adjusted, in part by tailoring, in part by the rake of the heel, and the shoenow fits true to size (the original ran about a half-size small). The upper—from the stretchy mesh to the memory foam anklecollar—is still very plush, while supportively securing the foot over the midsole. The cushioning is first-rate, thanks to a com-bination of components: mostly EVA and a blend of rubber, but the DuoCell unit in the heel contributes, as do the Ortholiteinnersole and ldCell Strobel board. The M2D (medial second density) extends farther from the arch toward the heel for betterstability. The outersole has increased decoupling in the heel to slow overpronation and more segmentation in the forefoot toprovide better flexibility for toe-off. The net effect is a plush, stable, high-mileage training shoe.

“Love them. My foot is healing and I upped my miles in these shoes—I liked the stability they provided. I put about 150 miles on theseand they still are wearing really well.”

Updates the Vectana • Recommended for: medium- to high-arched feet with mild to moderate overpronation • Sizes: Men 7.5–13,14; Women5.5–12 • Weight: Men 14.0 oz. (size 11); Women 11.6 oz. (size 8) • Shape: semi-curved • Construction: Strobel slip-lasted, ld Cell Strobelboard

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Little did the founders of Hardrock Hundred know after sixteen gatherings in the San Juans the event would be so popular and beloved, almost to a fault. Created to showcase the glorious summer greens and melting whites of the rugged peaks, it has lured intrepid run-ners from all over the world since 1992. It took far too long in most folks’ opinion, but 2010 was the year a woman nearly ran away with it all. Seasoned Hardrocker Di-ana Finkel of South Fork, CO returned for her third bout with the mountains and ended up the buzz of the ultrarunning world for much of the run. Her chiseled legs floated on marshmallow-like shoes up and down each pass with only her wits to keep her on course – no runners were ahead to lead the way for nearly two-thirds of the distance. Word trickled back with

each passing mile through cell phones, Twitter blurbs, and ham radio updates: “Diana’s in front!” was the refrain, with tentative, then hopeful excitement building in everyone’s minds. What happened out there? We won’t know all of it, but it doesn’t matter – the course will hold its own secrets and Diana’s puffy swollen hands at the finish only hinted at physi-ological strife. In the final miles, it was Jared Campbell of Salt Lake City who flew downhill into Silverton to kiss the rock before anyone else. Jared had finished Hardrock five times previously - each one merely readied him for 2010’s performance. Drama in ultras is never, ever limited to the faster on the trail – if anything, it is the stories that unfold over the full breadth of cut-off times and wee morning hours which are most compelling, funny, or even heartbreaking. It was 5:55 a.m. near the Silverton High School gym for two of those moments. On Friday morning as the final run-ner check-in completed, Deb Pero was still #1 entrant on the waiting list, dressed and anxiously waiting to see if someone – anyone – did not check in. Finally, her chance came to both toe the start line as well as have a capable crew and pacer; a guy who already has experience with feats of Hardrock romanti-cism, having proposed to her at the Kroger’s Canteen aid station in 2001. He decided he would rather Deb take his spot in Hardrock, so Steve Pero cut off his wrist band in a flurry of camera shutters and teary eyes. Five minutes to the start and emotions kept on flowing with a cheery send-off by the kids of Hardrockers all standing atop the rock in their best imitation of Race Director Dale Garland (due to arrive at noon). If the mountains are the soul, the runners, crew, and volunteers the body, then certainly Dale Garland is a big part of the Hardrock heart. When he took a much-de-served vacation in the days prior to the run, everyone came together to fill in where needed but still missed him terribly. Dale was greeted at lunchtime on Friday with hugs and smiles, responding with the same then immediately

wrapping his head around the status of every-thing with relief and obvious happiness. A second 6 a.m. high-wire act came on Sunday, with Jennifer Roach making her way through the streets of Silverton with her compatriot and able guide Jerry Roach, cruising in to her rock-smooch with about two minutes to spare. Finishes eluded Jennifer for many years until she nabbed her first in 2004 and her second last year; her three finishes all have under 10 minutes left on the clock. Tenacity, indeed, was with the next runner to approach, but 2009 finisher Leonard Martin kissed the rock a mere two minutes over time for his second official finish, gracious and smil-ing nonetheless. With 100 finishers out of 140 starters, the stories number in the thousands. Betsy Kalmeyer returned for a 12th stupendous fin-ish, while Betsy Nye secured number 10 and Blake Wood marveled at his #15 just before dark on Saturday. Even co-founder Gordon Hardman returned after several years’ hiatus to complete number eight with proud family all around - including his daughter who was an infant for the first Hardrock. Many runner’s tales are captured on blogs and photo collec-tions, but most are kept inside with pride or befuddlement as their authors ponder another year amongst the rocks and marmots at 11,000 feet.

- Andrea Feucht

hardrock hundred Endurance Runjuly 24, 2010Silverton, CO

100 Finishers - timing by: hardrock 100 - elevation: start/Finish = 9,310’ - Course records: Kyle skaggs, 24:23:00 (2008); Diana Finkel, 27:18:24 (2009)

Overall Male:1. Jared Campbell, 27:18; 2. Michael Foote, 29:35; 3. Nick Pedatella, 30:18; 4. Jason Poole, 30:31, 5. Adam Hewey, 30:57. Overall female: 1. Diana Finkel, 28:32; 2. Darcy Africa, 30:14; 3. Betsy Nye, 32:32; 4. Terry Sentinella, 33:33; 5. Betsy Kalmeyer, 34:39.

100 Finishers at Hardrock 100

The inaugural Blue Sky Red Stone Trail Race Series in Fort Collins culmi-nated with a 15 mile trail race on July 11th in Larimer County’s newest open space. Red Mountain Open Space showcases deep crimson and tan rocks, ridges of alabaster rocks, rolling grasslands, and sandy washes on approximately a 15,000-acre open space located in north-eastern Colorado, just 25 miles north of Fort Collins. Thirty nine year old Gerard Corne-lissen from Nittedal, Norway completed the challenging 15 mile course in 1:48:28. Right behind him were Jon Victoria of Colorado Springs (1:50:11) and Ron Lipka (1:51:47) of Fort Collins. Mary Frielingsdorf of Fort Collins took the overall female top spot in a time of

2:08:24, followed by Emily Steele (2:12:58) and Cherilyn Sackal (2:13:27), also from Fort Collins. The Blue Sky Red Stone Trail Race Series is comprised of three trail races held in Larimer County to showcase the parks and open spaces available to the public for recre-ational activities. The first race of the Series was held on May 23rd at Lory State Park and offered a 7 mile and 14 mile race. The second race of the Series also offered two distances but was postponed two weeks due to weather conditions. The race was held on June 27th at Horsetooth Mountain Park and both the 7 mile and 13 mile distances were challenging techni-cal courses that provided runners with uphill climbs and sweeping vistas of Fort Collins.

Overall long course series winners were Ron Michaels and Mary Frielingsdorf, both of Fort Collins, who each received a gift basket of locally grown organic food from Filari Farms and a bottle of homemade San Genovese red wine. The race series benefitted Athletes in Tandem, a non profit that provides physically challenged athletes with motor disabilities an opportunity to pursue an active lifestyle by par-ticipating and experiencing running, cycling, swimming and triathlon events otherwise not available to them. Information on Athletes in Tandem can be found at www.athletesintan-dem.org.

- Dennis Vanderheiden

New Series Showcases Larimer County Trails

Hot Day at the New North Fork Race


The first running of the North Fork 50 Mile/50K Trail Race turned out to be a warm one. Temps out on the trails hit the mid-90s, but 900 pounds of ice at the aid stations helped most of the runners to finish. Of 79 starters, 77 finished the 50K. It was a tougher day for the 50 Mile runners—36 of the 48 starters finished the race. At 30.5 miles, the 50 Mile course comes within a mile of the finish area, and just after that the trail turns uphill for a big three-mile climb. Several 50 milers, rather than making that climb, succumbed to the temptation to call it quits and headed to the finish from there. Winners of the 50 Mile were Bill Fanselow, 43, of Golden, in 7:37:56, and Maria Petzold, 28, a former Californian who just recently moved to Boulder, in 8:33:47. Petzold was second overall, besting not only the other women, but all the men other than Fanselow as well. She said she loves running in the heat. The 50K men’s winner was Stephen Gartside, 45, of Evergreen, in 5:17:16, and the women’s winner was Kelly McConnell, 34, also of Evergreen, in 5:23:47. This was Mc-Connell’s first try at an ultramarathon, and she obviously took to it well, finishing in 5th place overall, less than 6 minutes behind Gartside. Both the men’s and women’s races were very close—second place Russell De Lap was only a minute behind Gartside, and second place woman Karen Voss was right on McConnell’s

heels just 14 seconds behind. The race started and finished at Pine Valley Ranch Park in Pine, a beautiful location on the North Fork of the South Platte River. The course climbs quickly out of Pine Valley into the Buffalo Creek Recreation Area of the Pike National Forest. The course is 100% trails, 80% of which are single track and the rest double. Most of the trails are in pine forest, but there are a few wide open sections that are part of the burn areas from the 1996 Buffalo Creek fire and 2000 High Meadows fire. The burn areas offer great views of the high peaks in the distance. The race has very little flat running, with 4,500 feet of climb in the 50K and 7,200 feet of climb in the 50 Mile. The altitude ranges from 6,700 to 8,000 feet. In keeping with the increasing popularity of ultramarathon events, a whopping 24 of the 50K finishers were running their very first ultramarathon. And, remarkably, six of the 50 Mile finishers were also running their first ultra. Newbies and veterans alike were enthusiastic about their experience, after they had a few minutes to recover. They reported that the course was well marked, the scenery was beautiful, and the aid stations were great, with an abundant variety of food and drink and helpful volunteers.

- Janice O’Grady

Nearly 800 Finishers at Zooma Race

BILL FANSELOW IS THE FIRST FINISHER IN THE 50 MILE.

TIFFANY TANdY WON THE 10K.

Nearly 800 finishers crossed the line at the ZOOMA Colorado Half Marathon and 10K presented by New Balance on Saturday, July 17, 2010. Just over 300 runners complet-ed the 10K course around the scenic Broad-moor resort in Colorado Springs, while the rest opted to tackle the challenging half marathon course. Following the race, participants were treated to complimentary massages, a light breakfast, wine tasting from Barefoot Wine & Bubbly and shopping at the After-Party Expo. Air Academy High School cross country runner Amelia Evans won the half marathon and Tiffany Tandy of Denver fin-ished first in the 10K distance. The ZOOMA Women’s Race Series is a national series of half marathons for women designed to inspire healthy and active lifestyles. This is the series’ second race in Colorado.

- Natalie Lavine

Zooma Colorado half Marathon & 10Kjuly 17, 2010

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762 Finishers (443 - 13.1m, 319 - 10K) - timing by: hallucination sports - elevation: start/Finish = 6,000’ - Course records: new Course

13.1M Overall Male: 1. Aaron Gaskins, 26, Brighton, CO, 1:33:57; 2. Brian Hooper, 22, Wilson, NC, 1:38:46; 3. Larry Steller, 43, Littleton, CO, 1:43:25; 4. Noel Noel, 41, Denver, CO, 1:43:25; 5. Don Byers, 54, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:44:55. Masters (40+): 1. Larry Steller, 43, Littleton, CO, 1:43:25; 2. Noel Noel, 41, Denver, CO, 1:43:25; 3. Neil

Cestra, 43, Englewood, CO, 1:48:30. grand Masters (50+): 1. Don Byers, 54, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:44:55; 2. Archie Clark, 57, Colorado Springs, CO, 2:10:59; 3. Rich Jones, 53, Colorado Springs, CO, 2:13:04. Seniors (60+): 1. Larry Smith, 63, Evergreen, CO, 1:55:52; 2. Glynn Wilson, 60, Stephenville, TX, 2:07:49; 3. Wayne Eckerlng, 63, Denver, CO, 2:18:37. Overall female: 1. Amelia Evans, 16, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:36:39; 2. Anna Moseley, 24, Castle Rock, CO, 1:41:38; 3. Kate Krug, 32, Garden City, KS, 1:44:08; 4. Traci Winterbottom, 46, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:45:14; 5. Sarah Wories, 24, Littleton, CO, 1:46:02. Masters (40+): 1. Traci Winterbottom, 46, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:45:14; 2. Sue Barnes, 44, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:49:05; 3. Michelle Bradshaw, 44, Aurora, CO, 1:49:20. grand Masters (50+): 1. Laurie Ryan, 53, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:53:41; 2. Liz Blei, 50, Littleton, CO, 1:58:15; 3. Vicki McCann, 53, Colorado Springs, CO, 2:13:40. Seniors (60+): 1. Jane Potter, 61, Littleton, CO, 2:07:10; 2. Carol Lyndell, 62, Colorado Springs, CO, 2:20:28; 3. Jessie Quintana, 66, Pueblo, CO, 2:54:25.10K Overall Male: 1. Hall Wang, 24, Colorado Springs, CO, 29:40; 2. John Bryan, 42, Houston, TX, 45:27; 3. Mark Harris, 46, Colorado Springs, CO, 49:06; 4. Ron Hambrick, 54, Colorado Springs, CO, 55:03; 5. Michael Wiltberger, 40, Denver, CO, 59:42. Masters (40+): 1. John Bryan, 42, Houston, TX, 45:27; 2. Mark Harris, 46, Colorado Springs, CO, 49:06; 3. Michael Wiltberger, 40, Denver, CO, 59:42. grand Masters (50+): 1. Ron Hambrick, 54, Colorado Springs, CO, 56:42; 2. Bryan Haynes, 52, Elbert, CO, 1:19:35; 3. Nancy Martinez, 55, Aurora, CO, 1:26:56. Seniors (60+): No Finishers. Overall female: 1. Tiffany Tandy, 22, Denver, CO, 45:27; 2. Wanda Toro, 47, Lompoc, CA, 47:38; 3. Elisa Schauer, 19, Littleton, CO, 47:48; 4. Colleen Cook, 38, Boulder, CO, 48:00; 5. Anastasia Meadows, 28, Colorado Springs, CO, 49:11. Masters (40+): 1. Wanda Toro, 47, Lompoc, CA, 47:38; 2. Jennifer Manta, 47, Littleton, CO, 52:22; 3. Jane Roach, 44, Broomfield, CO, 53:50. grand Masters (50+): 1. Andrea Dowdy, 51, Denver, CO, 56:31; 2. Joan Grasso, 52, Denver, CO, 58:05; 3. Deb Kluthe, 52, Scotia, NE, 58:26. Seniors (60+): 1. Margie Schlaufman, 61, Arvada, CO, 1:26:09; 2. Rose Birchfield, 67, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:13:25; 3. Elnor Waugh, 79, Saginaw, MI, 1:37:37.

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Cheseret, Docherty Feast on Fast and Flat 10K

Robert Cheseret makes the comeback trail look as if it’s paved with gold. Cheseret, 26, of Colorado Springs, and James Boitt of Greeley battled for six miles down the Pikes Peak Greenway Trail in the Classic 10K. And then Cheseret found another gear. “It was neck-and-neck until the last quarter of a mile, and that’s when I started to kick,” Cheseret said. “He (Boitt) didn’t have speed, but he was strong. I’ve been working on my speed.” The Kenyan-born Cheseret hit the finish line in Monument Valley Park in 29 minutes, 42.15 seconds, just short of the course record of 29:30 (2005, Charles Kamindo.) “At the halfway, we were 10 seconds away from the record and we chased it,” Che-seret said. “But I missed by about 12 seconds.”But consider this. Cheseret, brother of 2010 3,000-meter world indoor champion Bernard Lagat, is just now finding his form after years of injuries and other setbacks. Cheseret trains as a member of the Army’s World Class Athlete Program, and is coached by Gary Staines, owner of the Colorado Springs Runner’s Roost. The program gives soldiers with world-class potential a chance to train to compete for a spot on the U.S. Olympic team. “Robert has the pedigree,” Staines said. “This year, we’re working to get him into shape, get him running competitively again.”An Olympic berth is Cheseret’s goal. But he has some work to do. “Right now, American distance run-ning, especially in the 5 and 10K, is the best it’s ever been,” Staines said. “I think he realizes what he is coming into. We want to get him down to 27:30 (10K). If he can do that, he has

as good a chance as anyone else.” In the women’s race Fiona Docherty, 34, of Boulder, didn’t miss, setting a new race record of 33:32.45. “All I can say is ... I really didn’t expect that,” Docherty said. The New Zealand-born Boulder resident jumped out to an early lead and never trailed in a super competitive field that in-cluded Tera Moody (Colorado Springs), Alisha Williams (Manitou Springs), Colleen De Reuck (Boulder), and Amanda Occhi (Colorado Springs). A triathlete who “always had a passion for running,” Docherty said she spent the last couple of years chasing the afore-mentioned pack. But with the help of Boulder running coach Steve Jones (who once held the marathon world record ... for a few days) she is making big progress. “Last year, I was running behind them and trying to catch the,” Docherty said. “This year I’m in the mix, so it’s fun.” Docherty and Moody are both train-ing for the Chicago Marathon on October 10. Moody said she was happy with her second-place effort of 33:57:10. “I put in 120 miles this week already, so I’m thrilled to have run that fast.” De Reuck was third (34:16.8), followed by Wiliams (34:50.65) and Occhi (36:10.5) In the men’s race, Michael Aish (34, Arvada) placed third in 29:58.95, followed by Adam Rich (29, Colorado Springs, 30:38:65) and Japeth Nc’ojoy (22, Greeley, 20:48.85.)

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grand prix Classic 10Kjuly 24, 2010


640 Finishers - timing by: Champion Chip of the rockies - elevation: start = 6,250’, Finish = 6,050’ - Course records: Charles Kamindo, 29:30 (2005); nicole Aish, 34:57 (2005)

Overall Male: 1. Robert Cheseret, 26, Colorado Springs, CO, 29:42; 2. James Boitt, 30, Greeley, CO, 29:44; 3. Michael Aish, 34, Arvada, CO, 29:58; 4. Adam Rich, 29, Colorado Springs, CO, 30:38; 5. Japheth Ng’ojoy, 22, Greeley, CO, 30:48; 6. Bejan Abtahi, 23, Colorado Springs, CO, 30:59; 7. Justin Ricks, 30, Pueblo West, CO, 31:09; 8. Jason Delaney, 30, Golden, CO, 31:19; 9. Ewen North, 32, Louisville, CO, 32:23; 10. Joe McDaniel, 28, Colorado Springs, CO, 32:31. Masters (40+): 1. Darren De Reuck, 45, Boulder, CO, 34:45; 2. Nickolas Starkey, 41, Colorado Springs, CO, 36:11; 3. Paul Koch, 42, Colorado Springs, CO, 36:50. grand Masters (50+): 1. John Victoria, 56, Colorado Springs, CO, 37:02; 2. Kyle Hubbart, 53, Broomfield, CO, 37:26; 3. Rick Bruess, 51, Boulder, CO, 38:04. Seniors (60+): 1. Jim Boughter, 66, Colorado Springs, CO, 42:19; 2. Steve Joyce, 61, Loveland, CO, 43:12; 3. George Greco, 62, Colorado Springs, CO, 43:21. Overall female: 1. Fiona Docherty, 34, Boulder, CO 33:32 CR; 2. Tera Moody, 29, Colorado Springs, CO, 33:57; 3. Colleen De Reuck, 46, Boulder, CO 34:16; 4. Alisha Williams, 28, Manitou Springs, CO, 34:50; 5. Amanda Occhi, 32, Colorado Springs, CO, 36:10; 6. Lori Walker, 28, Henderson, CO, 36:31; 7. Adrian Chouinard, 27, Manitou Springs, CO, 36:57; 8. Andrea Viger, 32, Boulder, CO , 37:26; 9. Katie Kissane, 27, Colo Springs, CO, 38:02; 10. Carrie Zografos, 30, Lakewood, CO, 38:30. Masters (40+): 1. Colleen De Reuck, 46, Boulder, CO, 34:16; 2. Noelle Green, 45, Erie, CO, 38:53; 3. Laura Bruess, 49, Boulder, CO, 41:29. grand Masters (50+): 1. Sharon Dieter, 56, Colorado Springs, CO, 47:12; 2. Georgann Richardson, 55, Colorado Springs, CO, 47:14; 3. Linda Tuttle, 51, Colorado Springs, CO, 48:35. Seniors (60+): 1. Marilyn Stapleton, 63, Greeley, CO, 45:41; 2. Karen Karl, 65, Colorado Springs, CO, 55:56; 3. Gloria Montoya, 62, Pueblo, CO, 57:11.

2010 Colorado Runner Racing SeriesSponsored by the Avery Brewing Company, Runner’s Roost, and Colorado Runner

The Colorado Runner Racing Series is a scored series of races

throughout the state. Runners will be scored based on their finishing place in each race. The winners in each division will win $300 and be featured in Colorado Runner magazine. The second and third

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Criteria used in determining Racing Series races

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2010 Racing Series Schedule date name distance location

January 9 Quicker Quaker 5K LafayetteFebruary 27 Snowman Stampede 5M LittletonMarch 13 5K on St. Patrick’s Day 5K Colorado Springs

April 11 Platte River Half Marathon 13.1M LittletonApril 24 Sierra’s Race Against Meningitis 5K LovelandMay 9 Colorado Half Marathon 13.1M Fort CollinsJune 13 Garden of the Gods 10M 10M Manitou SpringsJuly 3 Vail Hill Climb 7.5M VailJuly 4 Four on the Fourth 4K BoulderJuly 24 Classic 10K 10K Colorado SpringsAugust 1 Evergreen Town Race 5K EvergreenAugust 28 Erace Homelessness 5K DenverSeptember 6 Aetna Park to Park 10M 10M DenverSeptember 12 El Grito 5K DenverSeptember 19 Crossroads Half Marathon 13.1M Fort Collins

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Steamboat Marathon, half, 10Kjune 6, 2010

Steamboat Springs, CO

1,721 Finishers (344 - 26.2m, 1,003 - 13.1m, 374 - 10K) - timing by: boulder road runners - elevation: marathon start = 8,128’, half marathon start = 6,990’, 10K start = 6,728’, Finish = 6,728’ - Course records: marathon = Chris prior, 2:23:59 (1990); Kirsten Whetstone, 2:54:59 (1990); half marathon = Don Janicki, 1:07:23 (1995); inge mcClory, 1:18:30 (1995); 10K = brian sheriff, 30:24 (1990); rosa mota, 34:04 (1988)

26.2M Overall Male: 1. Dan Edstrom, 33, Denver, CO, 2:47:36; 2. Todd Trapp, 32, Craig, CO, 2:50:00; 3. Gabriel Small, 24, Lafayette, CO, 2:52:27; 4. Matthew Raterman, 32, Wildwood, MO, 3:02:12; 5. Thomas Whalen, 44, Saint Louis, MO, 3:10:35. Masters (40+): 1. Thomas Whalen, 44, Saint Louis, MO, 3:10:35; 2. Russell Ball, 42, Castle Rock, CO, 3:19:01; 3. Hamid Zanjani, 47, Denver, CO, 3:23:19. grand Masters (50+): 1. Bill Hintze, 50, Fort Collins, CO, 3:17:59; 2. Thomas Piazza, 51, Troy, MI, 3:22:50; 3. Bob Basse, 55, Denver, CO, 3:26:18. Seniors (60+): 1. Michael Allen, 60, Colorado Springs, CO, 4:13:53; 2. John Wallace, 66, Longboat Key, FL, 4:20:38; 3. Mark Rogers, 60, Golden, CO, 4:51:14. Overall female: 1. Amy Schneider, 32, Denver, CO, 3:15:13; 2. Kimberly Eytel, 41, Breckenridge, CO, 3:30:24; 3. Anita Fromm, 39, Colorado Springs, CO, 3:31:52; 4. Shannon Simmons, 26, Evergreen, CO, 3:35:29; 5. Kellie Metcalf, 44, Houston, TX, 3:37:42. Masters (40+): 1. Kimberly Eytel, 41, Breckenridge, CO, 3:30:24; 2. Kellie Metcalf, 44, Houston, TX, 3:37:42; 3. Michelle Hancock, 42, Lakewood, CO, 3:48:48. grand Masters (50+): 1. Atsuko Ohtake, 51, Golden, CO, 4:01:13; 2. Kris Warner, 50, Superior, CO, 4:23:02; 3. Katherine Richardson, 55, New Castle, CO, 4:33:12. Seniors (60+): 1. Mari Bashor, 61, Sacramento, CA, 4:28:13; 2. Barbara Wnek, 60, Brentwood, MO, 5:39:58.13.1M Overall Male: 1. Stephen Moxey , 32, Steamboat Springs, CO, 1:15:48; 2. Luke Crespin, 25, Littleton, CO, 1:19:54; 3. Scott Brane, 37, Steamboat Springs, CO, 1:20:59; 4. Derek Johnston, 38, Fort Collins, CO, 1:21:25; 5. Matt Smith, 33, Denver, CO, 1:22:22; 6. Anthony Chiulli, 25, Boulder, CO, 1:24:02; 7. Zachary Cohen, 17, Littleton, CO, 1:24:38; 8. Dan O’Connell, 32, Denver, CO, 1:24:41; 9. Steve Cathcart, 45, Fort Collins, CO, 1:25:19; 10. Gregory Abrahamson, 29, Lafayette, CO, 1:25:55. Masters (40+): 1.

Steve Cathcart, 45, Fort Collins, CO, 1:25:19; 2. Jon Urban, 42, Littleton, CO, 1:27:56; 3. Don Sims, 44, Littleton, CO, 1:31:27. grand Masters (50+): 1. Kevin Jafari, 54, Laramie, WY, 1:26:00; 2. Brad Pace, 54, Fort Collins, CO, 1:27:41; 3. Rick Zier, 58, Fort Collins, CO, 1:29:23. Seniors (60+): 1. Hampton Islan, 60, Boulder, CO, 1:42:49; 2. Ed Heffern, 60, Cheyenne, WY, 1:46:42; 3. William McIntyre, 63, Cheyenne, WY, 1:46:52. Overall female: 1. Carrie Zografos, 30, Lakewood, CO, 1:29:17; 2. Marissa Parris, 31, Longmont, CO, 1:32:04; 3. Molly Smith, 30, Denver, CO, 1:32:16; 4. Temple Hayles Marks, 31, Longmont, CO, 1:32:26; 5. Deirdre Pepin, 36, Steamboat Springs, CO, 1:32:38; 6. Sarah Hamilton, 28, Oak Creek, CO, 1:33:20; 7. Jamie Schiel, 26, Westminster, CO, 1:33:58; 8. Elizabeth Campagna, 31, Denver, CO, 1:35:39; 9. Lisa Belmonte, 41, Meeker, CO, 1:36:24; 10. Eileen McCann , 40, Boulder, CO, 1:36:52. Masters (40+): 1. Lisa Belmonte, 41, Meeker, CO, 1:36:24; 2. Eileen McCann, 40, Boulder, CO, 1:36:52; 3. Melanie Baker, 46, Fort Collins, CO, 1:38:13. grand Masters (50+): 1. Maria Korb, 57, Fort Collins, CO, 1:47:20; 2. Dani Hainds, 53, Green Mountain Falls, CO, 1:50:51; 3. Marlee Meshbesher, 50, Eden Prairie, MN, 1:55:15. Seniors (60+): 1. Suellyn Tritz, 61, Mound, MN, 1:58:24; 2. Libby James, 73, Fort Collins, CO, 1:59:03; 3. Heather Yeowell, 70, Chapel Hill, NC, 2:30:00.10K Overall Male: 1. Justin Gindlesperger, 31, Boulder, CO, 34:40; 2. Glen Light, 37, Steamboat Springs, CO, 38:24; 3. Charles Rohde, 16, Steamboat Springs, CO, 38:38; 4. Greg Long, 48, Steamboat Springs, CO, 38:44; 5. Dan King, 51, Boulder, CO, 39:06. Masters (40+): 1. Greg Long, 48, Steamboat Springs, CO, 38:44; 2. Shawn Scholl, 45, Kremmling, CO, 39:36; 3. Steven Sellars, 49, Superior, CO, 41:56.. grand Masters (50+): 1. Dan King, 51, Boulder, CO, 39:06; 2. Milton Brown, 53, Fort Collins, CO, 42:48; 3. Norman Desrochers, 50, Las Cruces, NM, 50:57. Seniors (60+): 1. John France, 69, Baton Rouge, LA, 57:22; 2. Allan Reishus, 63, Craig, CO, 57:51; 3. David William, 63, Steamboat Springs, CO, 1:02:25. Overall female: 1. Stephenie Scholl, 47, Kremmling, CO, 44:25; 2. Shannon Bridgeman, 41, Loveland, CO, 44:39; 3. Kim McConnell, 42, Erie, CO, 44:42; 4. Mary Shore, 45, Fort Collins, 45:20; 5. Shannon Barr, 28, Boulder, CO, 48:45. Masters (40+): 1. Stephenie Scholl, 47, Kremmling, CO, 44:25; 2. Kim McConnell, 42, Erie, CO, 44:42; 3. Mary Shore, 45, Fort Collins, CO, 45:20. grand Masters (50+): 1. Joy Rasmussen, 53, Steamboat Springs, CO, 53:14; 2. Linda Casner, 57, Steamboat Springs, CO, 58:11; 3. Molly Hackman, 59, Centennial, CO, 1:01:54. Seniors (60+): 1. Shirley Vargo, 60, Louisville, CO, 60, 1:12:22; 2. Patricia Aljanich, 69, Steamboat Springs, 1:13:46; 3. Terri Sandoval, 62, Denver, CO, 1:20:47.

Casper Marathon, half Marathonjune 6, 2010Casper, wy

347 Finishers (153 - 26.2m, 194 - 13.1m) - timing by: ChampionChip of the rockies - elevation: start = 5,250’, Finish = 5,150’ - Course records: 26.2m = robert onders, 2:43:33 (2007); tracey stewart, 3:01:32 (2007); 13.1m = Dan radosevich, 1:18:15 (2005); becky sondag, 1:27:36 (2007)

26.2M Overall Male: 1. Matthew Beamer, 22, Casper, WY, 2:31:02 CR; 2. Jon Kinner, 30, Loveland, CO, 2:57:14; 3. Gary Krugger, 25, Edinboro, PA, 2:57:50; 4. Tony Stafford, 31, Boulder, CO, 3:01:46; 5. Austin Budlong, 30, Hopkins, MN, 3:14:30. Masters (40+): 1. Brent Gross, 41, Buffalo, WY, 3:20:13; 2. J.J. Rams, 46, Casper, WY, 3:24:56; 3. Jack Strausman, 49, Silver Spring, MD, 3:45:36. grand Masters (50+): 1. Bryan Baroffio, 52, Grand Junction, CO, 3:19:31; 2. John Batenhorst, 52, Jackson, WY, 3:27:18; 3. Darryl Stillson, 52, Broken Arrow, OK, 3:37:24. Seniors (60+): 1. Richard Pyle, 60, Richmond, VA, 3:43:14; 2. Ernie Chatman, 60, Brooksville, FL, 3:43:40; 3. Richard De Cample, 65, Renton, WA, 4:10:37. Overall female: 1. Debbie Polson, 40, Crawford, CO, 3:34:17; 2. Lindsay Baker, 20, Salt Lake City, UT, 3:47:51; 3. Misty Atnip, 34, Lander, WY, 3:53:48; 4. Maria Chevalier, 35, Cumberland, RI, 3:54:09; 5. Morgan Cummings, 22, Houston, TX, 3:55:56. Masters (40+): 1. Shirley Pratt, 48, Orlando, FL, 3:56:43; 2. Aprelle Deuell, 49, Livermore, CA, 4:08:15; 3. Catherine McCloskey, 49, Grand Junction, CO, 4:47:02. grand Masters (50+): 1. Lynn Kershisnik, 52, Rock Springs, WY, 4:04:20; 2. Mary Schumann, 56, Oshkosh, WI, 4:16:41; 3. Laura Gehrig, 52, Bismarck, ND, 4:16:55. Seniors (60+): 1. Rebecca Curtis, 61, Colorado Springs, CO, 4:51:13; 2. Mary Lenari, 63, Sarasota, FL, 5:54:54.13.1M Overall Male: 1. Tyler Gifford, 19, Harrisburg, NE, 1:18:26; 2. K.C. Hunsicker, 17, Casper, WY, 1:21:03; 3. Zach Baedke, 23, Seward, NE, 1:21:45; 4. Luke Gilbert, 17, Casper, WY, 1:23:22; 5. Thomas Holt, 33, Douglas, WY, 1:25:47.

Masters (40+): 1. Mike Diesburg, 42, Casper, WY, 1:31:44; 2. David Toppenberg, 45, Riverton, WY, 1:33:11; 3. Mark Wallace, 48, Mills, WY, 1:36:22. grand Masters (50+): 1. Ken Konicek, 58, Pinedale, WY, 1:27:42; 2. Danny Martinez, 51 Casper, WY, 1:38:44; 3. Joel Milbrandt, 53, Las Vegas, NV, 1:41:06. Seniors (60+): 1. Larry Harrington, 61, Casper, WY, 1:57:45; 2. Paul Grosshuesch, 62, Casper, WY, 2:01:03; 3. Paul Barrett, 65, Denver, CO, 2:09:18. Overall female: 1. Becky Sondag, 41, Casper, WY, 1:27:06 CR; 2. Stephani Miller, 35, Casper, WY, 1:34:38; 3. Jennifer Buelt, 28, Casper, WY, 1:39:38; 4. Gretchen Claude, 29, Casper, WY, 1:44:51. Masters (40+): 1. Chris Wilcox, 40, Casper, WY, 1:47:59; 2. Christine Beamer, 40, Casper, WY, 1:50:40; 3. Lori Gerschoffer, 42, Casper, WY, 1:57:56. grand Masters (50+): 1. Gail Deal, 51, Casper, WY, 1:45:17; 2. Marcie Scarlett, 50, Buffalo WY, 1:58:48; 3. Cindy Rogers, 52, Casper, WY, 2:03:54. Seniors (60+): No finishers.

Run The Rockies half Marathon & 10Kjune 12, 2010

frisco, CO

654 Finishers (281 - 13.1m, 373 - 10K) - timing by: event marketing group - start = 9,700’, Finish = 9,150’ - Course records: 13.1m - Jason saitta, 1:14:31 (2003); patty rogers, 1:30:01 (2003); 10K - Jason Loutitt, 32:55 (2006); michelle suszek, 35:30 (2009)

13.1M Overall Male: 1. Lucas Crespin, 25, Littleton, CO, 1:20:08; 2. Jason Bond, 35, Parachute, CO, 1:22:01; 3. Christopher Dale, 32, Denver, CO, 1:28:19; 4. David Cook, 44, Denver, CO, 1:29:06; 5. Greg Decent, 30, Vail, CO, 1:29:55. Masters (40+): 1. David Cook, 44, Denver, CO, 1:29:06; 2. Edward Delosh, 42, Fort Collins, CO, 1:32:38; 3. James Keller, 42, Breckenridge, CO, 1:33:23; grand Masters (50+): 1. Bruce Pulford, 55, Fort Collins, CO, 1:31:51; 2. Eddie Metro, 50, 1:33:13; 3. Dean Casady, 52, Rogersville, MO, 1:38:30. Seniors (60+): 1. John Swartz, 62, Breckenridge, CO, 1:36:23; 2. Will Moody, 60, Bailey, CO, 1:49:27; 3. Michael Klee, 64, Centennial, CO, 2:00:29. Overall female: 1. Megan Boord, 32, Edwards, CO, 1:32:19; 2. Susan Pendergast, 46, Castle Rock, CO, 1:32:25; 3. Kerra Vick, 19, Lakewood, CO, 1:34:16; 4. Kris Klotzbach, 31, Parker, CO, 1:34:57; 5. Justine Morrison, 30, Washington DC, 1:36:11. Masters (40+): 1. Susan Pendergast, 46, Castle Rock, CO, 1:32:25; 2. Sabine Preisinger, 41, Bailey, CO, 1:39:13; 3. Nancy Thonen, 44, Denver, CO, 1:45:53. grand Masters (50+): 1. Theresa Daus-Weber, 55, Morrison, CO, 2:01:30; 2. Anita Zonker, 59, Centennial, CO, 2:03:20; 3. Susan Bennett, 55, Boulder, CO, 2:05:39. Seniors (60+): 1. Claudia Unrein, 60, Littleton, CO, 2:39:17.10K Overall Male: 1. Campbell Ifrey, 36, Louisville, CO, 35:26; 2. Scott Kukel, 36, Castle Rock, CO, 36:47; 3. Darren Brungardt, 28, Dillon, CO, 37:01; 4. Jerome Henry, 42, Lafayette, CO, 37:55; 5. David Rothenberger, 41, Denver, CO, 39:29. Masters (40+): 1. Jerome Henry, 42, Lafayette, CO, 37:55; 2. David Rothenberger, 41, Denver, CO, 39:29; 3. Martin Vitek, 40, Frisco, CO, 39:30. grand Masters (50+): 1. Brian Dunfey, 51, Edwards, CO, 39:41; 2. Bob Theodore, 58, Woodbridge, IL, 42:49; 3. Kelvin Garfit, 59, Breckenridge, CO, 47:52. Seniors (60+): 1. Nicholas Fickling, 60, Edwards, CO, 40:46; 2. George Greco, 62, Colorado Springs, CO, 44:51; 3. Lee Oly, 60, Colorado Springs, CO, 45:01. Overall female: 1. Jennifer Valentine, 28, Boulder, CO, 37:51; 2. Theresa Schoger, 29, Fort Collins, Co, 40:51; 3. Laura Hurley, 39, Denver, CO, 44:21; 4. Rebecca Anderson, 24, Englewood, CO, 44:58; 5. Jen Hurley, 32, Dillon, CO, 45:35. Masters (40+): 1. Christie Leidal, 40, Breckenridge, CO, 47:22; 2. Erika Schmidt, 40, Breckenridge, CO, 47:42; 3. Valerie Shockley, 44, Englewood, CO, 48:00. grand Masters (50+): 1. Martha Lunsky, 50, Frisco, CO, 46:36; 2. Gini Bradley, 51, Frisco, CO, 51:49; 3. Valerie Watts, 51, Avon, CO, 57:45. Seniors (60+): 1. Marci Roschke, 61, Boulder, CO, 58:06; 2. Diane Wild, 60, Boulder, CO, 1:02:30; 3. Shirley Vargo, 60, Louisville, CO, 1:04:53.

Strides for Epilepsy 5Kjune 13, 2010

Denver, CO

169 Finishers - timing by: hallucination sports - elevation: start/Finish = 5,350’ - Course records: payton batliner, 15:09 (2006); Christine bolf, 17:10 (2006)

Overall Male: 1. Adam Tewahade, 22, 17:58; 2. Alex Johnson, 27, 18:10; 3. John Costello, 42, Denver, CO, 18:19; 4. Matthew Westfall, 16, 19:11; 5. Jordan Kuhn, 27, 19:16. Masters (40+): 1. John Costello, 42, 18:19; 2. Randal Meske, 47, 24:43; 3. Thomas Reed, 40, 25:03. grand Masters (50+):

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1. Dan Valerio, 50, 21:33; 2. Dennis Scharinger, 55, 27:47; 3. Steve Sotwick, 54, 29:00. Seniors (60+): 1. Dennis Kavanaugh, 75, 28:51; 2. Dan Kolega, 61, 31:25. Overall female: 1. Amanda Occhi, 32, 18:33; 2. Ashley Birger, 26, 19:45; 3. Roman Alemayo, 11, 21:11; 4. Alison Hankins, 35, 21:34; 5. Marissa Saunders, 23 , 21:49. Masters (40+): 1. Donna Stuedeman, 43, 24:54; 2. Jamie Steese, 41, 26:19; 3. Anja D’Angelo, 41, 26:36. grand Masters (50+): 1. Karen Fernandez, 54, 27:07; 2. Patty Perry, 55, 27:36; 3. Leslie Wright, 50, 31:52. Seniors (60+): 1. Patricia Simpson, 61, 34:10.

garden of the gods 10Mjune 13, 2010

Manitou Springs, CO

1,789 Finishers - timing by: pikes peak road runners - elevation: start/Finish = 6,280’ - Course records: simon Cheprot, 50:31 (2009); belaynesh gebre, 58:49 (2009)

Overall Male: 1. Simon Cheprot, 20, Aurora, CO, 50:47; 2. Mario Macias, 29, Alamosa, CO, 50:59; 3. Reuben Minei, 24, Alamosa, CO, 54:20; 4. Jordan Wilson, 23, Fort Collins, CO, 56:04; 5. Tommy Manning, 34, Colorado Springs, CO, 56:39; 6. Alex F Nichols, 25, Colorado Springs, CO, 57:14; 7. Daryn Parker, 29, Manitou Springs, CO, 57:21; 8. Joe P McDaniel, 27, Colorado Springs, CO, 57:44; 9. Peter Maksimow, 31, Manitou Springs, CO, 58:35; 10. John Nichols, 27, Denver, CO, 59:25. Masters (40+): 1. Dan G Vega, 42, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:00:33; 2. Paul Koch, 42, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:03:40; 3. Joe D Shotsman, 42, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:04:54. grand Masters (50+): 1. Charlie Gray, 56, Pueblo, CO, 1:04:02; 2. John Victoria, 56, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:06:42; 3. Robert Kessler, 54, Highlands Ranch, CO, 1:09:11. Seniors (60+): 1. Elliott J Henry, 64, Frisco, CO, 1:13:18; 2. George W Jones, 60, Monument, CO, 1:15:37; 3. Steve Joyce, 61, Loveland, CO, 1:18:05. Overall female: 1. Daniela Cirlan, 29, Boulder, CO, 1:01:02; 2. Nuta Olaru, 39, Longmont, CO, 1:02:23; 3. Zoila Gomez, 31, Alamosa, CO, 1:02:31; 4. Wendy M Thomas, 31, Windsor, CO, 1:03:32; 5. Christie Turak, 22, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:04:36; 6. Ashlee K Nelson, 29, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:06:52; 7. Stephanie

Jones, 40, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:07:55; 8. Amanda Ewing, 29, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:08:10; 9. Adrian R Chouinard, 27, Manitou Springs, CO, 1:08:30; 10. Rochelle A Persson, 42, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:10:06. Masters (40+): 1. Stephanie Jones, 40, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:07:55; 2. Rochelle A Persson, 42, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:10:06; 3. Jennifer Cubillas, 41, Louisville, CO, 1:13:58. grand Masters (50+): 1. Sharon Dieter, 56, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:22:49; 2. Maria Korb, 57, Fort Collins, CO, 1:24:41; 3. Carla O Augenstein, 51, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:27:16. Seniors (60+): 1. Carol A Kinzy, 62, Pueblo, CO, 1:27:32; 2. Jane M Potter, 61, Centennial, CO, 1:31:03; 3. Rima Lurie, 62, Boulder, CO, 1:32:55.

joe Colton’s Off Road Adventurejune 19, 2010

Rollinsville, CO

311 Finishers (73 - 15m, 107 - 10m, 131 - 5m) - timing by: boulder road runners - elevation: start/Finish = 9,000’ - Course records: unknown

15M Overall Male: 1. Jason Schlarb, 32, Boulder, CO, 1:29:27; 2. Brad Seng, 40, Boulder, CO, 1:32:16; 3. Ewen North, 31, Louisville, CO, 1:32:22; 4. Bill Fanselow, 43, Golden, CO, 1:34:01; 5. Sean Nesbitt, 35, Denver, CO, 1:34:04. Overall female: 1. Nuta Olaru, 39, Longmont, CO, 1:34:35; 2. Nan Kennard, 28, Broomfield, CO, 1:36:54; 3. Susan Nuzum, 43, Boulder, CO, 1:49:32; 4. Noelle Green, 45, Erie, CO, 1:50:41; 5. Kirsten Kindt, 45, Boulder, CO, 1:56:14.10M Overall Male: 1. Tim Deboom, 39, Boulder, CO, 59:18; 2. Jasme Calzada, 25, Boulder, CO, 1:02:35; 3. Ted Benning, 50, Longmont, CO, 1:05:53; 4. Eric Collins, 30, Boulder, CO, 1:08:10; 5. Conrad Yaney, Fort Collins, CO, 1:10:38. Masters (40+): 1. James Butler, 42, Boulder, CO, 1:14:27; 2. Joe Kosenski, 48, Superior, CO, 1:17:32; 3. John O’Connor, 48, Denver, CO, 1:17:44. grand Masters (50+): 1. Ted Benning, 50, Longmont, CO, 1:05:53; 2. Steve Huda, 56, Centennial, CO, 1:14:48; 3. Nicholas Flores, 51, Boulder, CO, 1:17:27. Seniors (60+): 1. Tom Lemire, 67, Boulder, CO, 1:19:01; 2. Peter Richards, 64, Boulder, CO, 1:36:24; 3. Jonathan Greenwald, 63, Boulder, CO, 1:37:11. Overall

female: 1. Stacey Chamberlain, 38, Boulder, CO, 1:09:05; 2. Anuta Catuna, 41, Longmont, CO, 1:15:14; 3. Dianne Gates, 46, Boulder, CO, 1:15:23; 4. Katie Hegg, 47, Boulder, CO, 1:15:45; 5. Jen Collins, 29, Boulder, CO, 1:16:04. Masters (40+): 1. Anuta Catuna, 41, Longmont, CO, 1:15:14; 2. Dianne Gates, 46, Boulder, CO, 1:15:23; 3. Katie Hegg, 47, Boulder, CO, 1:15:45. grand Masters (50+): 11. Jennifer Sullivan, 53, Boulder, CO, 1:24:49; 2. Lindasue Smollen, 56, Boulder, CO, 1:47:16; 3. Suzanne Coleman, 55, Nederland, CO, 1:50:20. Seniors (60+): No Finishers.5M Overall Male: 1. Peter Remien, 30, Boulder, CO, 28:20; 2. Jason Elliott, 40, Aspen, CO, 34:21; 3. Joseph Knelman, 25, Boulder, CO, 35:02; 4. Eric Webster, 40, Denver, CO, 35:40; 5. Peter Lehman, 35, Lafayette, CO, 36:32. Masters (40+): 1. Jason Elliott, 40, Aspen, CO, 34:21; 2. Eric Webster, 40, Denver, CO, 35:40; 3. Eddie Gilmartin, 41, Boulder, CO, 46:53. grand Masters (50+): 1. Hendrik Sybrandy, 52, Englewood, CO, 40:00; 2. Brian Whitney, 50, Nederland, CO, 40:39; 3. Dave Smythe, 60, Boulder, CO, 44:52. Seniors (60+): 1. Ken Simons, 72, Arvada, CO, 53:32; 2. Gary Hachtel, 73, Boulder, CO, 1:23:03. Overall female: 1. Teresa Legg, 29, Boulder, 36:37; 2. Lee Stanish, 29, Boulder, CO, 39:41; 3. Jan Hughes, 59, Boulder, CO, 40:17; 4. Leslie Mayer, 45, Boulder, CO, 40:30; 5. Susie Gallaudet, 41, Nederland, CO, 40:56. Masters (40+): 1. Leslie Mayer, 45, Boulder, CO, 40:30; 2. Susie Gallaudet, 41, Nederland, CO, 40:56; 3. Sandy Asercion, 49, Centennial, CO, 41:29. grand Masters (50+): 1. Jan Hughes, 59, Boulder, CO, 40:17; 2. Valerie Eipper, 50, Longmont, CO, 51:46; 3. Katy Carpenter, 57, Boulder, CO, 52:08. Seniors (60+): 1. Penelope O’Donnell, 61, Golden, CO, 58:58;; 2. Judy Lamaitis, 64, Boulder, CO, 1:01:22; 3. Sheila Conroy, 63, Boulder, CO, 1:05:41.

Slacker half Marathon & 4Mjune 26, 2010

georgetown, CO

1,334 Finishers (1,112 - 13.1m, 222 - 4m) - timing by: racing underground - elevation: 13.1m start = 10,630’, 4m start = 9,200’, Finish = 8,420’ - Course records: 13.1m = Jason Loutitt, 1:09:27 (2006); sharon howard, 1:24:35 (2009); 4m = mark shin, 22:00 (2006); tanya gaumer, 23:56 (2006)


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13.1M Overall Male: 1. Charles Hillig Jr, 24, Denver, CO, 1:07:02 CR; 2. Lucas Crespin, 25, Littleton, CO, 1:11:02; 3. Robert Thayer, 25, Denver, CO, 1:11:05; 4. Steve Folkerts, 37, Ft Collins, CO, 1:11:39; 5. Bernie Boettcher, 47, Silt, CO, 1:12:02; 6. Ryan Herzog, 30, Littleton, CO, 1:13:10; 7. Ryan Richardson, 24, Glendale, CO, 1:13:26; 8. Daniel Goding, 33, Loveland, CO, 1:16:04; 9. Scott Schrader, 25, Parker, CO, 1:17:24; 10. Jason Bond, 35, Parachute, CO, 1:17:34. Masters (40+): 1. Bernie Boettcher, 47, Silt, CO, 1:12:02; 2. Andrew Terrill, 40, Golden, CO, 1:18:18; 3. Tim Gentry, 48, Castle Rock, CO, 1:22:29. grand Masters (50+): 1. Jay Survil, 51, Aurora, CO, 1:23:11; 2. Brian Dunfey, 51, Edwards, CO, 1:23:57; 3. David Pierce, 55, Englewood, CO, 1:26:30. Seniors (60+): 1. David Wilson, 60, Cedaredge, CO, 1:38:07; 2. Steve Bainbridge, 61, Anchorage, AK, 1:42:03; 3. Richard Rathbun, 61, Parker, CO, 1:48:07. Overall female: 1. Stevie Kremer, 26, Crested Butte, CO, 1:19:52 CR; 2. Rachel Viele, 29, Vail, CO, 1:20:16; 3. Sharon Howard, 26, Westminster, CO, 1:21:36; 4. Susan Nuzum, 43, Boulder, CO, 1:22:35; 5. Koby Polaski, 28, Denver, CO, 1:24:53; 6. Jessica Scola, 32, 1:25:16; 7. Katie Sabey, 29, Littleton, CO, 1:26:30; 8. Janet Clements, 32, Fort Collins, CO, 1:27:35; 9. Anne Heiner, 25, Las Cruces, NM, 1:30:21; 10. Caroline Szuch, 37, Evergreen, CO, 1:30:29. Masters (40+): 1. Susan Nuzum, 43, Boulder, CO, 1:22:35; 2. Sylvia Arellano, 43, Parker, CO, 1:32:57; 3. Michelle Hancock, 42, Lakewood, CO, 1:35:46. grand Masters (50+): 1. Jenny Weber, 53, Greeley, CO, 1:43:42; 2. Laurie Slack, 50, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:49:09; 3. Julie Monroe, 55, Johnstown, CO, 1:50:42. Seniors (60+): 1. Susan Andrews, 60, Evergreen, CO, 2:13:03; 2. Pat Spitzmiller, 68, Dillon, CO, 2:15:04; 3. Pamela Nathan, 60, Idaho Springs, CO, 2:16:45.4M Overall Male: 1. Michael Quispe, 43, Littleton, CO, 23:39; 2. Corbin Lehn, 15, Shelton, NE, 24:29; 3. Eric Spry, 18, Edwards, CO, 24:44; 4. Chris Rice, 37, Littleton, CO, 26:25; 5. Dan Kennedy, 33, Golden, CO, 27:50. Masters (40+): 1. Michael Quispe, 43, Littleton, CO, 23:39; 2. Todd Neidinger, 44, Waunakee, WI, 29:23; 3. Kelly Steele, 46, Cedar Rapids, IA, 31:35. grand Masters (50+): 1. Chris Thomas, 53, Westminster, CO, 29:10; 2. Jay Dee Trujillo, 52, 30:34; 3. Juan Ramirez, 51, 32:31. Seniors (60+): 1. Larry Avery, 69, Boulder, CO, 28:39; 2. Bob Tafelski, 70, Littleton, CO, 29:07; 3. Bill Obert, 71, Conifer, CO, 33:07. Overall female: 1. Martha Meineke, 20, Northglenn, CO, 27:05; 2. Dana Kluthe, 19, Scotia, NE, 27:06; 3. Lacey Acree, 30, Lakewood, CO, 27:13; 4. Joanna Arencibia, 32, Denver, CO,

28:55; 5. Laurie Castleberry, 38, Black Hawk, CO, 29:13. Masters (40+): 1. Paula Romine, 49, Denver, CO, 32:44; 2. Kim Umemoto, Carbondale, CO, 35:23; 3. Lisa Wilson, 44, Wheat Ridge, CO, 36:22. grand Masters (50+): 1. Deb Kluthe, 52, Scotia NE, 31:57; 2. Mary Lindahl, 59, Lakewood, CO, 33:42; 3. Marsha Wagner, 55, Denver, CO, 35:53. Seniors (60+): 1. Nina Roudebush, 68, Kiowa, CO, 37:33; 2. Mary Zulack, 67, Brooklyn, NY, 38:43; 3. Barbara Ward, 62, Denver, CO, 39:38.

Stadium Stampede 5Kjune 27, 2010Denver, CO

537 Finishers - timing by: hallucination sports - elevation: start/Finish = 5,350’ - Course records: simon Cheprot, 14:34 (2009); Constantina tomescu-Dita, 16:12 (2005)

Overall Male: 1. Simon Eheproi, 20, 14:24 CR; 2. John Beattle, 24, 15:07; 3. Michael Aish, 33, 15:08; 4. Adam Rich, 29, 15:29; 5. Matt Levassiur, 28, 15:43; 6. Japheth Ngojoy, 22, 15:55; 7. Zach Meineke, 22, 15:57; 8. Jeremy Nelson, 28, 16:31; 9. Andy Rinne, 34, 16:35; 10. Matthew Drake, 21, 17:30. Masters (40+): 1. Sam Shusterman, 48, 17:41; 2. Christian Oliphant, 41, 18:24; 3. Randy Anderson, 46, 19:04. grand Masters (50+): 1. Lile Budden, 50, 18:52; 2. Robert Killorin, 54, 20:24; 3. Rick Cullwell, 51, 21:09. Seniors (60+): 1. Ken Applegate, 61, 21:42; 2. Larry Avery, 69, 23:02; 3. Theo Brooks, 61, 23:10. Overall female: 1. Adriana Nelson, 30, 17:01; 2. Carrie Allin, 34, 21:26; 3. Sabine Preisinger, 41, 21:38; 4. Brittany Fuentes, 30, 22:19; 5. Julie Huss, 33, 22:38; 6. Micol Rothman, 38, 23:07; 7. Kaci Jensen, 28, 23:1; 8. Jessica Tennant, 28, 23:10; 9. Deana Davis, 48, 23:34; 10. Alyson Wightman, 23, 23:35. Masters (40+): 1. Sabine Preisinger, 41, 21:38; 2. Deana Davis, 48, 23:34; 3. Stacey Kennedy, 41, 24:25. grand Masters (50+): 1. Polly Zimmerman, 54, 26:43; 2. Heather Kroona, 52, 28:23; 3. Debbie Thomas, 52, 29:28. Seniors (60+): 1. Diane Parks, 62, 23:48; 2. Terri Schneider, 61, 27:25; 3. Connie Ahrnsbrak, 70, 27:20.

fireKracker 5Kjuly 4, 2010

fort Collins, CO

925 Finishers - timing by: runLimited - elevation: start/Finish = 5,000’ - Course records: unknown

Overall Male: 1. Logan Kanode, 23, Loveland, CO, 15:19; 2. Japheth Ngojoy, 22, Greeley, CO, 15:37; 3. Charles Hillig, 24, Denver, CO, 15:46; 4. Aaron Carrizales, 32, 15:53; 5. Daniel Wallace, 22, 16:27; 6. Chris McCullough, 34, Fort Collins, CO, 16:40; 7. Edward Cleary, 16 M Fort Collins, CO, 16:41; 8. Justin Mock, 28, Arvada, CO, 16:46; 9. J.J. Huie, 30, Denver, CO, 16:53; 10. John M Seiler, 37, Scottsbluff, SD, 16:58. Masters (40+): 1. Eric Herzog, 40, San Antonio, 18:36; 2. Patrick Green, 44, Fort Collins, CO, 18:58; 3. Steve Anderson, 47, Fort Collins, CO, 19:05. grand Masters (50+): 1. Pablo Vigil, 58, Loveland, CO, 19:51; 2. Juan Carrizales, 53, 19:59; 3. Jim Garrison, 52, Cheyenne, 20:24. Seniors (60+): 1. William McIntyre, 64, Cheyenne, WY, 22:31; 2. Lou Huie, 63, Fort Collins, CO, 22:49; 3. Mike Edwards, 64, Fort Collins, CO, 25:35. Overall female: 1. Lori Walker, 27, Henderson, CO, 18:01; 2. Katie Jackson, 28, 18:12; 3. Jenny Powelka, 34, Fort Collins, CO, 19:02; 4. Kailie Hartman, 15, Loveland, CO, 19:20; 5. Katie Salter, 45, Fort Collins, CO, 19:22; 6. Alison Steele, 30, Longmont, CO, 19:25; 7. Keri Ogden, 20, Fort Collins, CO, 19:33; 8. Teresa Schoger, 29, Fort Collins, CO, 19:44; 9. Emily Steele, 30, Fort Collins, CO, 19:46; 10. Ruby Bode, 30, Estes Park, CO, 19:49. Masters (40+): 1. Mary Shore, 45, Fort Collins, CO, 20:45; 2. Karen Anderson, 49, Fort Collins, CO, 20:51; 3. Karen East, 47, Loveland, 23:08. grand Masters (50+): 1. Jane Welzel, 55 Fort Collins, CO, 20:12; 2. Margaret Kritzer, 51, Fort Collins, CO, 22:19; 3. Janice Schlieker, 53, Fort Collins, CO, 22:56. Seniors (60+): 1. Libby James, 73, Fort Collins, CO, 23:52; 2. Cathy Morgan, 63, Fort Collins, CO, 24:44; 3. Rosellen Lobree, 64, Fort Collins, CO, 29:36.

Boogie’s Diner Buddy Run 5Mjuly 4, 2010Aspen, CO

806 Finishers - timing by: hallucination sports - elevation: start/Finish = 7,910’ - Course records: Jonathan severy, 26:04 (2008); Carrie vickers, 30:05 (2009)

Overall Male: 1. Ryan Hafer, 24, 26:45; 2. Dylan Bonman, 24, 28:47; 3. Todd Schuster, 25, 29:38; 4. Travis Daniels, 32, 30:11; 5. Luke Smith, 17, 30:48; 6. Lucas Franze, 35, 31:24; 7. Michael Goralka, 42, 32:10; 8. Michael Otte, 27, 32:32; 9. Mike Connolly, 44, 32:34; 10. John Tucker, 26, 32:45. Masters (40+): 1. Michael Goralka, 42, 32:10; 2. Mike Connolly, 44, 32:34; 3. John Runyon, 45, 32:54. grand Masters (50+): 1. Gilles Cote, 53, 34:55; 2. Jack Marvin, 54, 35:02; 3. David Trahan, 55, 35:10. Seniors (60+): 1. Steve Hansen, 61, 41:30; 2. Rich Hooper, 61, 42:46; 3. James Gordon, 60, 42:54. Overall female: 1. Megan Lund, 26,

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WINTER DISTANCE SERIES

RUDOLPH’S REVENGE5K/10K

Frosty’sFrozenFive & Ten

Snowman Stampede 5M/10M

Rudolph’s Revenge 5K/10KDecember 18, 2010

Frosty’s Frozen 5M/10MJanuary 15, 2011

Snowman Stampede 5M/10MFebruary 19, 2011

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30:57; 2. Katie Bagley, 23, 31:20; 3. Robin Severy P Sautz, 31, 33:43; 4. Anne Flower, 20, 34:10; 5. Rachel Ladin, 36, 34:59; 6. Janice Penrose, 43, 35:26; 7. Elizabeth McGann, 29, 35:31; 8. Mia Stockdalem 45, 36:02; 9. Mary Cote, 46, 36:09; 10. Katy Cadge, 24, 36:42. Masters (40+): 1. Janice Penrose, 43, 35:26; 2. Mia Stockdale, 45, 36:02; 3. Mary Cote, 46, 36:09. grand Masters (50+): 1. Charlynn Porter, 54, 39:37; 2. Laura Werlin, 51, 43:58; 3. Tami McAllister, 52, 44:07. Seniors (60+): 1. Jan Bellows, 50, 44:48; 2. Joan Ullyot, 70, 49:13; 3. Beth Kasser, 61, 49:17.

Summer Roundup Trail 12Kjuly 11, 2010


655 Finishers - timing by: pikes peak road runners - elevation: start/Finish = 6,100’ - Course records: Aaron rubalcaba-Lopez, 45:20 (2007); samantha mcglone, 52:43 (2008)

Overall Male: 1. Alex F Nichols, 25, Colorado Springs, CO, 45:34; 2. Michael J Selig, 32, Lakewood, CO, 47:33; 3. Keagan Vargo, 17, Parker, CO, 48:00; 4. Daniel F Castaneda, 25, Colorado Springs, CO, 48:03; 5. Matthew Gallagher, 30, Denver, CO, 48:23; 6. Gerald B Romero, 38, Colorado Springs, CO, 48:39; 7. Kevin R Morgan, 23, Colorado Springs, CO, 48:53; 8. Scott S Schrader, 25, Parker, CO, 50:23; 9. William Dillon, 30, Colorado Springs, CO, 50:30; 10. Michael A Cernoia, 17, Pueblo West, CO, 51:44. Masters (40+): 1. Paul Koch, 42, Colorado Springs, CO, 53:40; 2. David M Sheppard, 46, Highlands Ranch, CO, 53:51; 3. Donald F Moore, 46, Florissant, CO, 54:57. grand Masters (50+): 1. Charlie Gray, 56, Pueblo, CO, 52:08; 2. Bryan S Willis, 50, Colorado Springs, CO, 56:39; 3. Tom M Kelecy, 54, Colorado Springs, CO, 57:42. Seniors (60+): 1. Elliott J Henry, 64, Frisco, CO, 1:01:10; 2. George W Jones, 60, Monument, CO, 1:01:29; 3. J B Chavez, 65, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:05:42. Overall female: 1. Ashlee K Nelson, 29, Colorado Springs, CO, 54:10; 2. Cynthia L Arnold, 26, Glenwood Springs, CO, 55:50; 3. Sheila M Geere, 46, Colorado Springs, CO, 56:20; 4. Rochelle A Persson, 42, Colorado Springs, CO, 56:48; 5. Shannon L Meredith, 39, Colorado Springs, CO, 58:55; 6. Melissa A Eichers, 34, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:00:06; 7. Kelly J Sampson, 34, Waverly, IA, 1:01:15; 8. Paula Moore, 35, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:01:34; 9. Cami Stock, 34, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:02:07; 10. Amy J Warn, 30, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:02:58. Masters (40+): 1. Sheila M Geere, 46, Colorado Springs, CO, 56:20; 2. Rochelle A Persson, 42, Colorado Springs, CO, 56:48; 3. Kelly K Simshauser, 41, Florence, CO, 1:04:00. grand Masters (50+): 1. Christine Boose, 50, Windsor, ON, 1:07:09; 2. Carla O Augenstein, 51, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:10:51; 3. Marge B Gray, 53, Pueblo, CO, 1:12:47. Seniors (60+): 1. Carol A Kinzy, 62, Pueblo, CO, 1:15:22; 2. Jane M Potter, 61, Centennial, CO, 1:16:59; 3. Joyce McKelvey, 65, Black Forest, CO, 1:18:38.

North fork 50M & 50Kjuly 17, 2010

pine, CO

109 Finishers (32 - 50m, 77 - 50K) - timing by: racing underground - elevation: start/Finish = 8,420’ - Course records: new race

50M Overall Male: 1. Bill Fanselow, 43, Golden, CO, 7:37:56; 2. Daniel Schmidt, 52, Salida, CO, 8:38:37; 3. Rick Hessek, 44, Colorado Springs, CO, 8:48:50; 4. Tim Long, 42, Boulder, CO, 9:31:38; 5. Lloyd Abramson, 34, Breckenridge, CO, 9:38:44. Overall female: 1. Maria Petzold, 28, Oak Park, CA, 8:33:47; 2. Leila Degrave, 32, Evergreen, CO, 8:45:58; 3. Rebecca Hall, 32, Evergreen, CO, 9:39:54; 4. Michele Jensen, 39, Littleton, CO, 9:44:58; 5. June Gessner, 57, Salida, CO, 11:52:51.50K Overall Male: 1. Stephen Gartside, 45, Evergreen, CO, 5:17:16; 2. Russell De Lap, 53, Brookfield, WI, 5:18:23; 3. Kirk Hilbelink, 42, Conifer, CO, 5:19:14; 4. Richard Muzzy, 44, Colorado Springs, CO, 5:20:27; 5. Mark Pribramsky, 41, Vail, CO, 5:24:42. Overall female: 1. Kelly McConnell, 34, Evergreen, CO, 5:23:47; 2. Karen Voss, 45, Denver, CO, 5:24:01; 3. Gayle Zorrilla, 39, Golden, CO, 5:31:55; 4. Diane Fritz, 40, Boulder, CO, 5:52:19; 5. Laurie Blankenship, 40, Evergreen, CO, 6:15:36.

Silver Rush 50Mjuly 18, 2010Leadville, CO

179 Finishers - timing by: Leadville trail 100 - elevation: start/Finish = 10,200’ - Course records: nicholas pedatella, 7:26:45 (2008); Lynette Clemons, 8:03:46 (2008)

Overall Male: 1. Duncan Callahan, 21, Gunnison, CO, 6:50:55 CR; 2. Dylan Bowman, 24, Aspen, CO, 6:52:45; 3. Jeff Beuche, 35, Boulder, CO, 7:34:54; 4. Brian Passenti, 36, Glenwood Springs, CO, 7:47:06; 5. Micky Gilbert, 39, Wheat Ridge, CO, 7:54:18. Masters (40+): 1. Shane Thread, 46, Evansville, IN, 8:41:22; 2. Michael Shafai, 40, Colorado Springs, CO, 8:48:55; 3. Thomas Burke, 43, Las Vegas, NV, 8:52:49. grand Masters (50+): 1. John Mollenhour, 54, Ellijay, GA, 9:33:11; 2. Gene Bartzen, 56, Leadvills, CO, 10:05:47; 3. Mario Varela, 50, Leadville, CO, 10:20:25. Seniors (60+): 1. Jeff Stevenson, 64, Solvang, CA, 10:36:31; 2. Bob Findlay, 62, Littleton, CO, 11:35:23; 3. Jim Ingalls, 65, Wichita Falls, TX, 12:18:38. Overall female: 1. Helen Cospolich, 33, Breckenridge, CO, 8:11:56; 2. Samantha Sigle, 35, Boulder, CO, 8:59:38; 3. Elinor Fish, 35, Carbondale, CO, 9:03:41; 4. Jeanne McCurnin, 54, Mason City, IA, 9:22:48; 5. Christy Mahon, 35, Aspen, CO, 9:38:34. Masters (40+): 1. Alejandra Henderson, 41, Avon, CO, 10:17:59; 2. Kathleen Romalia, 41, Highlands Ranch, CO, 10:29:59; 3. Kristin Biris, 40, Frederick, MD, 10:44:30. grand Masters (50+): 1. Jeanne McCurnin, 54, Mason City, IA, 9:22:48; 2. Joy Robertson, 52, Lafayette, CO, 10:44:53; 3. Cheri Bashor, 56, Pueblo West, CO, 11:54:05. Seniors (60+): 1. Marge Hickman, 60, Leadvills, CO, 12:29:01; 2. Bonnele Murphy, 62, Solvang, CA, 13:33:39.

Kids Cure for Cancer 5Kjuly 25, 2010Denver, CO

829 Finishers - timing by: hallucination sports - elevation: start/Finish = 5,350’ - Course records: payton batliner, 15:09 (2006); Christine bolf, 17:10 (2006)

Overall Male: 1. Omar Martinez, 24, Denver, CO, 16:53; 2. Matthew Provencio, 23, Aurora, CO, 18:02; 3. Nick Maas, 28, Lakewood, CO, 28, 18:11; 4. C J Horan, 18, Englewood, CO, 18:13; 5. Jesus Lazo, 15, Denver, CO, 18:13; 6. Jay Survil, 51, Aurora, CO, 18:23; 7. Brandon Williams, 16, Lakewood, CO, 18:34; 8. Riley Daniels, 21, Boulder, CO, 18:41; 9. Ryan Bull, 18, Parker, CO 18:47; 10. Fernando Moreno, 16, Denver, CO, 19:00. Masters (40+): 1. Eric Webster, 41, Denver, CO, 20:01; 2. Kevin Quinn, 42, Highlands Ranch, CO, 21:10; 3. Brian Smiley, 45, Denver, CO, 21:20. grand Masters (50+): 1. Jay Survil, 51, Aurora, CO, 18:23; 2. Robert Killorin, 54, Broomfield, CO, 20:11; 3. Jeff Young, 54, Denver, CO, 21:01. Seniors (60+): 1. Fred Glover, 73, Boulder, CO, 24:50; 2. Don Macy, 70, Denver, CO, 25:55; 3. Steve Olsen, Littleton, CO, 26:02. Overall female: 1. Renee Putman, 39, Lakewood, CO, 21:37; 2. Adela Flores-Brennan, 34, Englewood, CO, 22:25; 3. Liz Sellyei, 43, Denver, CO 22:40; 4. Kelly Dunbar, 38 , Albuquerque, NM, 22:51; 5. Rachel Garcia, 25, Denver,

CO, 23:11; 6. Janae Fritze, 17, Littleton, CO, 23:16; 7. Eva Pasiewicz, 46, Denver, CO, 23:19; 8. Jessica Schultz, 16, Littleton, CO, 23:27; 9. Ashley Burk, 16, Broomfield, CO, 23:28; 10. Adria Owens, 43, Boulder, CO, 23:28. Masters (40+): 1. Liz Sellyei, 43, Denver, CO 22:40; 2. Eva Pasiewicz, 46, Denver, CO, 23:19; 3. Adria Owens, 43, Boulder, CO, 23:28. grand Masters (50+): 1. Julie Daniels, 56, Boulder, CO, 27:15; 2. Carol Fruth, 55, Boulder, CO, 28:42; 3. Rocio Becerro-Canas, 51, Castle Rock, CO. Seniors (60+): 1. Grace Dyck, 69, Denver, CO, 29:23; 2. Carolyn North, 64, 30:06; 3. Judy Boresky, 67, Centennial, CO, 30:27.

Evergreen Town RaceAugust 1, 2010Evergreen, CO

1,093 Finishers (374 - 10K, 719 - 5K) - timing by: racing underground - elevation: 10K start = 7,450’, 5K start = 7,250’, Finish = 7,075’ - Course records: 10K - padro Alvarez, 29:39 (1998); Angela mudge (2003) & Laura Flores (2008) 36:03; 5K - Jason hubbard, 14:07 (1998); nicole Jefferson, 16:29 (2002)

10K Overall Male: 1. Bob Weiner, 45, Evergreen, CO, 32:07; 2. Peter Vail, 36, Denver, CO, 32:14; 3. Paul Digrappa, 29, Highlands Ranch, CO, 32:27; 4. Ian Butler, 18, Lakewood, CO, 32:49; 5. Jasme Calzada, 25, Boulder, CO, 35:09. Masters (40+): 1. Bob Weiner, 45, Evergreen, CO, 32:07; 2. Sam Shusterman, 48, Centennial, CO, 35:42; 3. Robert Sukiennicki, 42, BOulder, CO, 38:18. grand Masters (50+): 1. Jay Survil, 51, Aurora, CO, 37:08; 2. David Pierce, 29, Englewood, CO, 39:44; 3. Joel Stroup, 36, Denver, CO, 40:49. Seniors (60+): 1. Pete Mang, 60, Denver, CO, 43:27; 2. Rob Gray, 60, Aurora, CO, 43:56; 3. Bill Bedell, 64, Evergreen, CO, 46:28. Overall female: 1. Jennifer Valentine, 28, Boulder, CO, 38:25; 2. Heather Utrata, 28, Englewood, CO, 38:26; 3. Jody Legg, 38, Denver, CO, 40:26; 4. Cassie Sonnenberg, 25, Fort Morgan, CO, 40:30; 5. Fern Beckhorn, 27, Pine, CO, 41:56. Masters (40+): 1. Holly Stull, 42, Englewood, CO, 43:16; 2. Sabine Preisinger, 41, Bailey, CO, 43:44; 3. Laurie Blankenship, 40, Evergreen, CO, 44:37. grand Masters (50+): 1. Lea Jones, 57, Denver, CO, 49:32; 2. Lisa Scroggs, 58, Highlands Ranch, CO, 50:31; 3. Linda Ripley, 58, Fort Collins, CO, 52:43. Seniors (60+): 1. Marci Roschke, 61, Boulder, CO, 57:43; 2. Debbie Anderson, 60, Colorado Springs, CO, 58:50; 3. Mary Zulack, 67, Brooklyn, NY, 1:03:45.5K Overall Male: 1. Matthew Williams, 23, Coloado Springs, CO, 14:23; 2. Kenneth Foster, 24, Colorado Springs, CO, 15:20; 3. Robbie Knorr, 22, Waco, TX, 15:21; 4. Peter Maksimow, 31, Manitou Springs, CO, 15:31; 5. Russell Slade, 27, Highlands Ranch, CO, 15:39; 6. Troy Harrison, 35, Colorado Springs, CO, 15:45; 7. Michael Finger, 18, Highlands Ranch, CO, 15:52; 8. Jay Luna, 26, Denver, CO, 16:05; 9. Tyler Seward, 28, Greeley, CO, 16:07; 10. William Kincaid, 17, Littleton, CO, 16:13. Masters (40+): 1. Fernando Herrera-Lopez, 49, Brighton, CO, 16:31; 2. Keith Johnson, 49, Littleton, CO, 16:58; 3. Steven Kohuth, 44, superior, CO, 18:33. grand Masters (50+): 1. Doug Bell, 59, Greeley, CO, 16:43; 2. Lile Budden, 50, Colorado Springs, CO, 18:19; 3. Robert Killoain, 54, Westminster, CO, 18:54. Seniors (60+): 1. Kent Oglesby, 62, Fort Collins, CO, 20:33; 2. Steve Joyce, 73, Loveland, CO, 20:45; 3. George Greco, 62, Colorado Springs, CO, 21:07. Overall female: 1. Cassie Slade, 27, Highlands Ranch, CO, 16:55; 2. Wendy Thomas, 31, Windsor, CO, 17:20; 3. Mary Ballinger, 22, Golden, CO, 17:40; 4. Amanda Occhi, 32, Manitou Springs, CO, 17:46; 5. Ashley Birger, 26, Denver, CO, 18:18; 6. Maddie Ivy, 15, Golden, CO, 18:42; 7. Sarah Callor, 32, Centennial, CO, 19:12; 8. Maura O’Brien, 16, Evergreen, CO, 19:15; 9. Megan Greene, 31, Morrison, CO, 19:26; 10. Judy Chamberlin, 52, Golden, CO, 19:56. Masters (40+): 1. Stella Heffron, 43, Parker, CO, 20:09; 2. Roxane Geisler, 41, Highlands Ranch, CO, 20:27; 3. Kellye Reil, 45, Arvada, CO, 22:00. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Judy Chamberlin, 52, Golden, CO, 19:56; 2. Jenny Weber, 53, Greeley, CO, 22:16; 3. Maria Korb, 57, Fort Collins, CO, 22:38. Seniors (60+): 1. Edie Stevenson, 61, Boulder, CO, 20:48; 2. Constance Ahrnsbrak, 70, Lakewood, CO, 26:12; 3. Marion Ray, 69, Lakewood, CO, 27:25.

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SEPTEMBER

09/01Lakewood Trail Running Series I; 4M; 6:00 PM; Bear Creek Lake Park, Lakewood, CO; lakewood.org; 303-987-4807

09/04Bergan Peak Trail Race; 11.5M, 5.6M; 9:00 AM; Elk Meadow Open Space, Evergreen, CO; evergreenrecreation.com

09/04 Nielson Challenge; 2M; 8:00 AM; North Monument Valley Park, Colorado Springs, CO; pprrun.org

09/0510,000 Meters at 10,000 Feet; 10:00 AM; Rabbit Ears Pass, Steamboat Springs, CO; runningseries.com

09/05Breckenridge Crest Mountain Marathon; 24.5M, 13.1M, 5M; 7:30 AM; River Walk Center, Breckenridge, CO; mavsports.com; 970-390-4760

09/05Coal Creek Crossing 10M; 10M, 5K; 7:00 AM; Community Park, Louisville, CO; louisvillerecreation.com; 303-666-7400;

09/05 Set The PACE Race; 5K; 8:30 AM; City Park, Denver, CO; setthepace.org; 303-316-4685;

09/06Aetna Park to Park 10 Miler; 7:00 AM; City Park, Denver, CO; parktopark10miler.com; 303-220-1037;

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09/06American Discovery Trail Marathon; 26.2M, 13.1M; 6:30 AM; America The Beautiful Park, Colorado Springs, CO; adtmarathon.com; $$

09/06Colorado Run; 10K, 5K; 8:30 AM; CSU Campus, Fort Collins, CO; coloradorun.com; 970-213-0855;

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09/08Lakewood Trail Running Series II; 5M; 6:00 PM; Bear Creek Lake Park, Lakewood, CO; lakewood.org; 303- 987-4807

09/09 Five At Five 5K; 5:30 PM; Covidien, Boulder, CO; redlineraces.com

09/119/11 Rememberance Run; 20M, 10M, 5K; 6:30 AM; Memorial Park, Arvada, CO; runningguru.com; 720-365-2935;

09/11 2M Challenge Series; 8:00 AM; Casper, WY; windycitystriders.com; 317-267-8593

09/11 Boulder Sunset 5K; 2:30 PM; Boulder Reservoir, Boulder, CO; yourcausesports.org; 303-955-4135

09/11Emerald Mountain Trail Run; 12K; 9:00 AM; Howelson Hill, Steamboat Springs, CO; runningseries.com

09/11FASB Fitness Festival; 5K; 8:30 AM; Crescent Park, Greenwood Village, CO; fasbfitnessfestival.com;

09/11 Golden Gallop: 10K, 5K; 7:30 AM; Splash Aquatic Park, Golden, CO; goldengallop.org; 303-619-9697

09/11 Marathon Training Series II; 20M, 10M; 7:00 AM; City Park, Westminster, CO; rmrr.org; 303-871-8366

09/11 Paws & Sneakers 5K; 9:00 AM; Riverside Park, Evans, CO; weldcountyhumane.org; 970-506-9550

09/11 Run For Rememberance; 10K, 5K; 8:00 AM; Aurora Reservoir, Aurora, CO; rememberingthebrave.org;

09/11UCCS Rust Buster; 6K; 8:30 AM; N Monument Valley Park, Colorado Springs, CO; gomountainlions.com; 719-255-3005

09/12Denver Half Marathon; 9:00 AM; Cherry Creek State Park, Denver, CO; denverhalf.com; 303-926-1017;

09/12 El Grito 5K; 9:00 AM; Buckhorn Exchange, Denver, CO; elgrito5k.org; 720-840-8127; 10

09/12 LaSportiva Evergold 10K; 10:00 AM; Vail Golf Club, Vail, CO; vailrec.com; 970-479-2280

09/12Neder-Nederland; 13K, 10K, 5K; 9:00 AM; Nederland High School, Nederland, CO; nederlandchamber.org;

09/12Our Great Race; 5K; 8:00 AM; North Monument Valley Park, Colorado Springs, CO; pprrun.org; 719-338-8639;

09/12Platte River Trailhead Park 8M; 8:00 AM; Platte River Trailhead Park, Thornton, CO; rmrr.org; 303-871-8366

09/12 Race For The Cure; 5K; 7:50 AM; Garden of the Gods Park, Colorado Springs, CO; komencs.org;

09/15Lakewood Trail Running Series III; 6.5M: 6:00 PM; Bear Creek Lake Park, Lakewood, CO; lakewood.org; 303- 987-4807

09/18 Alzheimer’s Memory Walk 5K; 8:00 AM; City Park, Denver, CO; alz.org; 303-813-1669

09/18Autumn Color Run; 26.2M; 13.1M, 10K, 5K, 1M; 9:00 AM; McPhelemy Park, Buena Vista, CO; fourteenernet.com/colorrun; 719-221-2867

09/18 Casper Mountain Challege; 10K; 9:00 AM; Rotary Park, Casper, WY; windycitystriders.com

09/18Good Samaritan 5K; 8:30 AM; Douglas County Events Center, Castle Rock, CO; svdpcr.org; 303-868-5746;

09/18HRCA Oktoberfest 5K; 12:30 PM; Town Center, Highlands Ranch, CO; highlandsranchrunseries.com; 303-471-7039;

09/18 Jelm Mountain Run; 10M; 9:00 AM; Jelm WY, highplainsharriers.org

09/18 Oktoberfest 5K; 10:00 AM; South Gondola Parking Lot, Breckenridge, CO; townofbreckenridge.com

09/18Rattlesnake Rumble; 4M; 8:00 AM; Eldorado Canyon State Park, Eldorado Springs, CO; aceeldo.org/rattlesnake/

09/18 Run Fore Home; 8:30 AM; Highland Meadows Golf Course, Windsor, CO; n2n.org; 970-488-2372;

09/18Run, Rabbit, Run 50M Trail Run; 6:00 AM; Steamboat Springs Ski Area; Steamboat Springs, CO; steamboat50.com

09/18Thunderstorm 5K; 8:30 AM; Discovery Canyon Campus, Colorado Springs, CO; pprrun.org; 719-234-1820

09/19Boulder Marathon; 26.2M, 13.1M; 7:30 AM; Boulder Reservoir, Boulder, CO; bouldermarathon.com; $$

09/19Crossroads Half Marathon; 13.1M, 5K; 8:00 AM; Buckingham Park, Fort Collins, CO; footoftherockies.com; 970-377-8005; $$ 10

09/19 Farmers 5000; 9:00 AM; Wheat Ridge High School, Wheat Ridge, CO; farmers5000.org;

09/19 Hop, Skip & Jump Start 5K; 9:00 AM; Denver, CO; mykidsmuseum.org; 303-561-0110;

09/19 Lead King Loop; 25K, 8M; 8:30 AM; Marble, CO; leadkingloop25k.com; 970-704-1275

09/19Mountain Air Marathon; 26.2M, 13.1M; 7:30 AM; Western State College, Gunnison, CO; runmountainairmarathon.com;

09/19Pony Express Trail Run; 15M; 8:00 AM; Rampart Reservoir, Woodland Park, CO; pprrun.org; 719-598-2953

09/19 Run Around the Block; 5K; 8:00 AM; Sloan’s Lake, Denver, CO; rmmi.org; 303-893-3838;

09/19 Second Wind Fund 5K; 12:30 PM; Jefferson County Fairgrounds, Golden, CO; swfmd.org

09/19 Stone House 9M; 9:00 AM; Stone House Park, Lakewood, CO; comastersrun.org; 303-781-1738

09/22Lakewood Trail Running Series IV; 4M; 6:00 PM; Bear Creek Lake Park, Lakewood, CO; lakewood.org; 303- 987-4807

09/25Granby Fun Run; 5K; 10:30 AM; Granby Town Hall, Granby, CO; granbychamber.chambermaster.com; 970-887-2311

09/25Mayor’s Cup Challenge; 15K, 5K; 8:00 AM; America The Beautiful Park, Colorado Springs, CO; spppr.org; 719-337-2737;

09/25Mountain Chile Cha Cha; 15M, 7M, 3M; 9:00 AM; Reservoir River Ranch, Pagosa Springs, CO; joingecko.com; 303-475-6053; $$

09/25 Regis Fun Run; 10K, 5K; 9:45 AM; Regis University, Denver, CO; regis.edu

09/25Running of the Bulls; 3.75M; 10:00 AM; Lakes Estes Marina, Esates Park, CO; partnersmentoringyouth.org; 970-577-9348

09/25 Sundance Trail Run; 50K, 10K; 7:00 AM; Sundance, WY; sundancetrailrun.com

09/25Support Your Girls 10K; 9:00 AM; Crossroads Park, Casper, WY; [email protected]; 307-265-2177

09/25 Vasque Golden Leaf Half Marathon; 13.4M; 9:00 AM; Aspen, CO; aspenrecreation.com;

09/26 Crested Butte Fall Color Classic Half Marathon; 9:00 AM; Crested Butte, CO; cbfallcolorclassic.com

09/26Golden Gate Canyon Trail Half Marathon; 12.7M; Golden Gate Canyon State Park, Golden, CO; runuphillracing.com; 303-870-0487

09/26 Marathon Training Series III; 20M, 10M; 7:00 AM; City Park, Westminster, CO; rmrr.org; 303-871-8366

09/26 OctoberFEST 10K; 10K, 5K; 10:00 AM; Denver, CO; octoberfest10k.com; 303-926-1017;

09/26 Panerathon; 10K, 5K; 8:00 AM; Westminster, CO; panera-colorado.com;

09/26 Shells Bells 5K; 9:00 AM; Prairie Sky Park, Lone Tree, CO; shellsbellsrun.com;

09/28 Horizan-Prairie View XC Race; 5K; Addenbrooke Park, Lakewood, CO; 303-477-2236

OCTOBER

10/02Glenwood Canyon Shuffle; 13.1M, 5K; 9:00 AM; Glenwood Springs, CO; garfieldlibraries.org; 970-876-0768;

10/02Great Pumpkin Races; 10K, 5K; 8:30 AM; Venetucci Farms, Colorado Springs, CO; pprrun.org; 719-389-1251

10/02 Journey of Hope 5K; 10:00 AM; Fort Lewis College Rim, Durango, CO; go-dmt.org


10/02 Ouray Trail Run; 13.4M; 10:00 AM; Ouray, CO; ouraytrailrun.com; 970-318-1376

10/02 Waterton Canyon 10M; 8:00 AM; Waterton Canyon, Littleton, CO; rmrr.org; 303-871-8366

10/03Blue Sky Trail Marathon; 50K; 26.2M, 13.1M; 7:00 AM; Soderberg Open Space; Fort Collins, CO; blueskymarathon.com

10/03 Komen Denver Race for the Cure; 7:00 AM; Pepsi Center, Denver, CO; komendenver.org

10/03PPRR Fall Series I; 3.5M; 11:30 AM; North Monument Valley Park, Colorado Springs, CO; pprrun.org; 719-590-7086

10/03Racing with the Stars; 5K; 10:00 AM; Westin Hotel, Westminster, CO; racingwiththestars5k.com; 303-926-1017;

10/03 Red Rock Scramble; 5M, 5K; 10:00 AM; Lyons, CO; coloradoindianbar.org; 303-447-8760;

10/03The Bear Chase Trail Run; 50M, 50K, 13.1M; 6:30 AM; Bear Creek Lake Park, Lakewood, CO; bearchaserace.com; 303-320-3343


10/09HRCA Wildcat Mountain Runs; 10M, 5M; 8:30 AM; Douglas County Trail Head, Highlands Ranch, CO; highlandsranchrunseries.com; 303-471-7039;

10/09 Lair O The Bear Trail Race; 10M, 2M; Lair O The Bear Park, Idledale, CO; evergreenrecreation.com

10/09Silent Trails Memorial Trail Race; 10M; 9:00 AM; Happy Jack Recreation Area, Laramie, WY; uwyo.edu; 307-760-0954

10/09Tiger Classic; 5K; 8:00 AM; Washburn Field Track, Colorado Springs, CO; coloradocollege.edu/5krace; 719-389-6336;

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10/09XTERRA Marathon Of Trail Races; 26.2M, 13.1M, 5K; 8:00 AM; Cheyenne Mountain State Park, Colorado Springs, CO; marathonmajic.com

10/10Coal Creek XC Challenge; 5.7M; 9:00 AM; Louisville Community Park, Louisville, CO; comastersrun.org

10/10 Fans on the Field; 10K, 5K; 8:00 AM; Invesco Field, Denver, CO; fansonthefield.com;

10/10 Run The Rocks; 5K; Red Rocks Park, Morrison, CO; runtherocks.org;

10/1624 Hours of Boulder... The Run; 24 HR, 12 HR, 100M; 12:00 PM; Boulder Reservoir, Boulder, CO; geminiadventures.com

10/16 Cross Town Half Marathon; 13.1M, 5K; 9:00 AM; Paradise Valley, Casper, WY; windycitystriders.com

10/16Peace Officers’ Memorial Valor Run; 5K; 9:00 AM; America The Beautiful Park, Colorado Springs, CO; pprrun.org;

10/17Duke City Marathon; 26.2M, 13.1M, 5K; 6:00 AM; Civic Plaza, Albuquerque, NM; dukecitymarathon.com;

10/17 PPRR Fall Series II; 4M; 11:30 AM; Bear Creek Park, Colorado Springs, CO; pprrun.org

10/17Rock ‘n’ Roll Denver Marathon; 26.2M, 13.1M; 7:00 AM; Civic Center Park, Denver, CO; runrocknroll.com; $$

10/17 The Other Half; 13.1M; 8:30 AM; Moab, UT; moabhalfmarathon.org;

10/22 Scream Scram 5K; 6:00 PM; Washington Park, Denver, CO; screamagency.com;

10/23 Galloping Goose Runs; 10K, 5K; 8:00 AM; Quincy Reservoir, Aurora, CO; auroragov.org; 720-272-5388

10/23 Mayor’s Cup 5K; 10:00 AM; Manitou Springs, CO; runpikespeak.com; 719-238-1317

10/24 Littleton Stride; 5K; 8:30 AM; Ketring Park, Littleton, CO; bkbltd.com;

10/30Bear Creek 10-Spot; 10M; 9:00 AM; Bear Creek Lake Park, Lakewood, CO; runuphillracing.com; 303-870-0487

10/30 Denver Gorilla Run; 5.6K; 11:00 AM; Denver, CO; denvergorillarun.com; 720-524-0272

10/30Race For Freedom; 10K, 5K; 9:00 AM; Quincy Reservoir, Aurora, CO; strategicendurance.com; 970-596-7444;

10/30YMCA Halloween Creepy Crawlers 5K; 9:00 AM; Santa Fe Trail, Palmer Lake, CO; pprrun.org; 719-481-8728

10/31 Halloween Hustle; 5K; 9:30 AM; Elitch Gardens, Denver, CO; halloweenhustle.org; 303-595-4386

10/31 PPRR Fall Series III; 5.5M; 11:30 AM; Ute Valley Park, Colorado Springs, CO; pprrun.org

NOVEMBER

11/06 COMEA House 5K; 9:30 AM; Cheyenne, WY; 307-638-8885


11/06Twin Peaks Rotary XC Challenge; 3.5M; 9:00 AM; Roger’s Grove Park, Longmont, CO; [email protected]; 303-956-0634

11/07 Westminster City Park 9M; 9:00 AM; City Park, Westminster, CO; rmrr.org; 303-871-8366


11/13 Home For The Holidays 5K; 9:00 AM; City Park, Denver, CO; bkbltd.com;

11/13HRCA Backcountry Wilderness Half Marathon; 8:30 AM; Paint Brush Park, Highlands Ranch, CO; highlandsranchrunseries.com; 303-471-7039;

11/13Longmont Turkey Trot; 10K, 2M; 9:00 AM; Westview Middle School, Longmont, CO; ci.longmont.co.us/rec; 303-651-8405;

11/13Rim Rock Marathon; 8:00 AM; Colorado National Monument, Grand Junction, CO; ascentproductions.net; 770-595-4556;

11/14Children’s Hospital Race for Fetal Hope; 5K; 10:00 AM; Washington Park, Denver, CO; fetalhope.org; 303-932-0553;

11/14 Panicking Poultry 5K; 9:30 AM; Boulder Reservoir, Boulder, CO; panickingpoultry5k.com;

11/14 PPRR Fall Series IV; 7M; 11:30 AM; Palmer Park, Colorado Springs, CO; pprrun.org; 719-590-7086

11/20 Gobble Wobble 5K; 9:00 AM; Green Valley Ranch Golf Club, Denver, CO; mygvr.org; 720-936-1191

11/20 Turkey Trot; 10K, 5K; 9:00 AM; Tate Pumphouse, Casper, WY; windycitystriders.com; 307-267-8593

11/20 Turkey Trot 5K; 8:30 AM; Brighton Recreation Center, Brighton, CO; brightonco.gov;

11/21 Route 66 Marathon; 26.2M, 13.1M, 5K; 7:30 AM; Tulsa, OK; route66marathon.com;

11/25 CU Turkey Trot; 5K; 10:00 AM; CU Research Park, Boulder, CO; boulderroadrunners.org;

11/25 Durango Turkey Trot; 5M; 10:00 AM; Fort Lewis College Rim, Durango, CO; go-dmt.org

11/25 Fort Collins Club Thanksgiving Day Run; 4M; 9:00 AM; Fort Collins, CO; 970-482-0551; $$

11/25Loveland Turkey Trot; 5K: 8:00 AM; McKee Medical Center, Loveland, CO; mckeefoundation.com;

11/25Mile High United Way Turkey Trot; 4M; 10:15 AM; Washington Park, Denver, CO; unitedwaydenver.org;

11/25NCMC Turkey Trot; 5K, 2K; 9:00 AM; Northern Colorado Medical Center, Greeley, CO; active.com;

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11/25Turkey Day 5K; 9:00 AM; Red Stone Park, Highlands Ranch, CO; highlandsranchrunseries.com; 303-791-3500;

11/25Turkey Rock Trot; 5K; 9:30 AM; Douglas County Fairgrounds, Castle Rock, CO; rocktrot.com; 303-663-3817

11/25YMCA Turkey Trot 5K; 9:00 AM; Briargate Family YMCA, Colorado Springs, CO; pprrun.org; 719-495-5103;

11/26 Turkey Trot 5K; 9:00 AM; Cottonwood Creek Park, Colorado Springs, CO; pprrun.org; 719-598-6688

11/27 Seattle Marathon; 26.2M, 13.1M, 10K; 7:00 AM; Seattle, WA; seattlemarathon.org;

multi-sport

SEPTEMBER

09/04Tenderfoot Mountain Triathlon/Duathlon; 7:00 AM; Hot Springs Aquatic Center, Salida, CO; tenderfoottriathlon.com; 413-896-9837;

09/11Boulder Sunset Triathlon/Duathlon; 3:30 PM; Boulder Reservoir, Boulder, CO; yourcausesports.org;

09/12Bearable Adventure Race; 8:30 AM; Bear Creek Lake Park, Lakewood, CO; thebearable.com; 303-987-4806

09/12Harvest Moon Triathlon, Duathlon, Aquabike; 7:30 AM; Aurora Reservoir, Aurora, CO; withoutlimits.com; 303-408-1195;

09/12 Tri-Glenwood Triathlon; 6:30 AM; Glenwood Springs, CO; triglenwood.com; 970-945-2208;

09/18 GOLD MAN Triathlon; 8:00 AM; Highline State Park, Loma, CO; ascentproductions.net

09/18 Kokopelli Triathlon; 7:30 AM; Sand Hollow State Park, South Hurricane, UT; bbsctri.com;

09/19Crescent Moon Triathlon; 7:30 AM; Cherry Creek State Park, Denver, CO; crescentmoontri.com; 303-642-7917; $$

09/19 Fort Collins Triathlon/Duathlon; 7:00 AM; Fort Collins, CO; timberlinetiming.com; 970-482-0551;

09/26 Oktoberfest Sprint Triathlon; 8:00 AM; Union Reservoir, Longmont, CO; withoutlimits.com;

OCTOBER

10/10 Tri For Your Cause; 10:00 AM; Boulder Reservoir, Boulder, CO; yourcausesports.org;

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boroughs, it attracted 2,000 athletes, including Olympians Frank Shorter and Bill Rodgers. The race’s growth through the decades was due to the determination of the marathon’s founder, Fred Lebow. Spirit of the Marathon (2007): This documentary tries to capture the passion, drama and essence of the famed 26.2-mile Chicago Marathon. It follows six runners from all walks of life, from sea-soned elite athlete Deena Kastor to an everyday amateur attempt-ing a first marathon. The film crews follow their journey during their preparation for the big race. Find out how different athletes train for a marathon race and keep watching to see if they cross the finish line.

Run fatboy Run (2007): Five years after leaving his pregnant fiancee at the altar, Dennis Doyle tries to woo her away from her latest boyfriend by beating him in a marathon. Getting in shape for the race is half the battle, but he gets plenty of help from his ec-centric pals. This is likely the only romantic comedy you’ll find that is also about running, so save it for date night.

four Minutes (2005): As late as the 1950s, many people believed that a person would die attempting to run a mile in less than four minutes. Many men tried, but the first one to succeed at crushing the four-minute barrier was Roger Bannister, an Oxford University medical student. Bannister’s historic running of the sub-four-min-ute mile is celebrated in this ESPN production.

Saint Ralph (2004): While most running movies are documen-taries, this is an inspiring fictional story about Ralph Walker, a ninth grader who is forced to join the school cross country team. The fatherless 14-year-old has a seriously ill mother. Desperate to believe a miracle will bring his mother out of a coma, Ralph takes up running and determines to win the Boston Marathon.

Running On The Sun (1999): This is a documentary covering Badwater, a 135 mile ultra-marathon beginning in Death Valley, Cal-ifornia where temperatures reach 130 degrees in the middle of the day. This documentary focuses on a cross section of some of the competitors. From a Marine to a man with a prosthetic leg, the movie has an interesting cast of characters. Many of these run-ners are just ordinary people with an extraordinary commitment.

without Limits (1998): This movie is about Steve Prefontaine, the runner who blazed out of Coos Bay, Oregon in the late 1960s. The movie highlights the major events of Pre’s career at the University of Oregon, where he blew away the competition and positioned himself as the leading runner going into the 1972 Olympic Games in Munich. With Tom Cruise as a producer, this movie had big screen publicity.

fire on the Track (1995): If one movie about Steve Prefontaine is good, then two are even better. This movie is both inspirational and entertaining as it highlights the life of legendary track star Steve Prefontaine. By the time he died in a tragic auto accident at the age of 24, Pre held all 7 American records between 2,000 and 10,000 meters. This movie has real-life footage of the 1972 Olympic 5K final, with comments from Pre’s competitors.

Chariots Of fire (1981): The come-from-behind winner of the 1981 Oscar for best picture, Chariots of Fire is a story about two Olympic sprinters from Great Britain. The heroes are an unlikely pair of young athletes who run in the 1924 Paris Olympics.

The Loneliness of the Long Distance Runner (1962): A film that tells the story of a rebellious youth who begins running on the track team at a reform school for boys. He finds he must balance his spirit and desire to win with his anger at the life he has led. The movie was released on DVD in 2007.

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toP 10 Best rUnninG MoViesAs runners, we would typically prefer to be running, rather than to watch people running on television. But if you are in the midst of tapering for an upcoming marathon or half marathon, lounging around on the sofa while you carbo-load and watch a running movie may be just what you need. Here is a list of DVDs that may inspire you to set new goals and reach new heights in your fitness. - BY JESSICA GRIFFITHS

Run for your Life (2008): With more than 40,000 runners from across the globe, the New York City Marathon is one of the best. When it began in 1970, the New York event consisted of four laps around Central Park with a few hundred finishers. In 1976, when the race expanded to include all five of the city’s 1

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