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Features

Colorado Runner’s Races of the Year... Page 12 A Holiday Gift Guide... Page 16 The Meat and Potatoes of Sports Nutrition... Page 18 Who is Matt Carpenter?... Page 20 Tri-ing For a Cure... Page 22 Recovering From An Ankle Sprain... Page 24 Hit the Dirt at the Paint Mines in Calhan... Page 44 The Making of a Middle-Aged Marathon Man... Page 46

Departments

Race Reports... Page 30

Running Shorts... Page 10 USATF News... Page 26 Race Reports... Page 30 Race Results... Page 38 Race Calendar... Page 42

Credits

Publisher Derek Griffiths derek@coloradorunnermag.com Editor Jessica Griffiths jessica@coloradorunnermag.com Contributing Writers Nancy Clark, Darrin Eisman, Steve Glass, Rick Granquist, Diana Hassel, Nancy Hobbs, Charlie Mahler, Jerry O’Donnell, Regan Peterson, Ken Sheridan, Doug Steebner, Jaime Zilverberg F

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will be the first to admit that I take my running for granted. I had been injured for the better part of a year, but slowly I have started to get back into shape. I live for my running. It’s my way to get out into the nature that I love so much. It is also a way for me to relieve the tension and stress that might have built up during the work day. But sometimes, something happens that makes you realize that you shouldn’t take anything in life for granted. By the time you read this, it will have been six weeks since the school shooting at Platte Canyon High School. In that time, I know that the students, parents, and community surrounding the small school just west of Bailey will still be grieving from what occurred there. I find it difficult to understand how such a tragic thing can happen. On my run today, I wondered if the members of the Platte Canyon High School Cross Country Team are using running to help heal. Just two days after the incident happened, I watched the team compete at the Dave Sanders Invitational at Clement Park in Littleton. Maybe it was just a coincidence that this meet is run in honor of the teacher who was killed in the Columbine High School shooting five years ago. For more than two weeks, this meet had been hyped for the fact that two of the nation’s best runners were going to race against each other for the first time. Katie Vanatta, the defending class 4A champion from Ralston Valley High School, and Kristen McGlynn, the defending class 3A state champion of the aforementioned Platte Canyon Huskies, are both ranked among the nation’s top 20 female high school runners. Publisher Derek Griffiths Just two days before the race, Platte Canyon finishes the ADT Marathon in High School administrators canceled all of their sporting Colorado Springs. events for the week. No one knew if the much anticipated showdown between the two high school stars would even take place. But the Platte Canyon boys and girls teams chose to run as a way to honor their fallen classmate Emily Keyes. The twin brother of Emily Keyes, Casey, is a member of the cross country team, and ran in the junior varsity race. Running with the words “4U Emily and Casey” written on the back of their legs, the Platte Canyon Boys and Girls cross country teams ran well, as expected, even with heavy hearts. The boys finished 12th and the girls finished tenth against much larger schools. I like to think that during the 15 to 25 minutes that they were racing, they were able to forget about the horror they witnessed only a few days before. As for the Vanatta/McGlynn showdown, the Platte Canyon girl’s team was lined up at the far left of the field. The Ralston Valley runners were placed at the far right. When the race began, both Vanatta and McGlynn shot to the front. Typically, runners conserve energy by gradually aiming for the first turn. But on this day, Ralston Valley’s Vanatta immediately crossed the field to run next to McGlynn as a sign of sportsmanship. The two ran together for 30 seconds before Vanatta pulled away. She claimed victory in one of the fastest times ever run in Colorado by a high schooler - 16:59.1. McGlynn finished second in 18:09.

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Winter Distance Series

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This race begins at the Swim Beach Parking Lot in Chatfield State Park and travels north on the park road to the top of the dam. The 5K turns onto the bike path and heads back while the 10K continues on the park road down the back side of the dam before returning via the bike path. This hilly race is all paved and offers great views of both the lake and the mountains.

This race begins at the Swim Beach Parking Lot in Chatfield State Park and travels south on the park road. The 5M turns onto the bike path and heads back while the 10M continues on the park road to the campground. After running past the boat ramp, the race turns onto the bike path for the return trip to the finish. This rolling course is all paved and offers great views of both the lake and the mountains.

This race begins at the Hobie Hill picnic area of Cherry Creek State Park. The course is a ten mile loop that the 20 mile runners will run twice. This yearâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s course is mostly paved with only two miles of wide dirt trails. The rolling course runs mostly on the park roads and bike path.

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>> RUNNING SHORTS << Ortiz Wins Beaver Creek Vertical Ascent

U.S. Mountain Running Women Take Gold in Turkey, Men Earn 5th

Anita Ortiz says she ran the entire way. The Eagle resident ascended Beaver Creek’s Overlook Trail seven times to win the women’s division of the Beaver Creek Vertical Ascent, and she earned second place overall in the grueling mountain climb on September 2. The race features a 3.3-mile uphill course that climbs 2,100 feet. Participants race up the ski mountain as many times as possible. There isn’t much rest involved for the competitors because at the top of the mountain, they take a chairlift straight down. Ortiz, a 180’s sponsored athlete, led the race until Scott Oberbreckling passed her on the final ascent. Oberbreckling’s winning time was six hours, 30 minutes, 37 seconds. Ortiz ran a total of 23.1 miles in six hours, 33 minutes. Silt’s Bernie Boettcher placed third. The race participants completed the equivalent of running from sea level to the top of a 14’er, for a total of 14,700 feet.

The Teva US Mountain Running Team had its most successful day in the 22 year history of the World Mountain Running Trophy. The women’s team finished first with 35 points, turning back challenges from the Czech Republic and Italy with 37 and 39 points respectively. A record 36 countries competed to determine the top mountain runners in the World. The team was led by Montana’s Nicole Hunt who finished in 9th place overall in 50:13. Nederland’s own Lisa Goldsmith ran 53:22 to finish 30th in a field of 83 runners. The women traversed an 8.5K (5.2 mile) course which climbed 3,000 feet. The overall winner was Andrea Mayr of Austria in 47:11. The men’s team was led by Alamosa’s Simon Gutierrez in 59:21, good enough for a 10th place finish. Boulder’s Ricky Gates placed 25th in 1:01:08. The team finished with 113 points, which is the lowest (best) point total ever, topping the 143 point total from 2002. The 5th place finish was also a U.S. best. The team competition was fierce with Eritrea ending Italy’s 16 year streak of victories taking the win with 37 points to Italy’s 44. The host country took bronze with 62 points. The 12K (7.5 mile) race climbed 4,300’ from Bursa to the small mountain settlement of Sarialan. Five-time Mountain Champion Jonathan Wyatt was unseated by Colombian Rolando Ortiz in a sprint finish. Ortiz took the victory in 56:16. Wyatt may have been affected by dog bites he sustained from an attack two days earlier while previewing the course.

Denver Men Run a Marathon in Every State

ccording to a report from Trust for America’s Health, Colorado is once again the skinniest state in the nation with just 16.9 percent of the population classified as obese. In nationwide rankings, Mississippi was the heaviest state, with an adult obesity rate of 29.5 percent. Other key findings in the report include that West Virginia has the highest rate of type 2 diabetes among adults at 10.4 percent; Alaska has the lowest rate at 4.5 percent. Mississippi has the highest rate of hypertension among adults at 23.7 percent; Utah has the lowest rate at 19.8 percent. Here is a list of how each state stacks up with one being the highest rate of obesity.

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1: Mississippi; 2: Alabama; 3: West Virginia; 4: Louisiana; 5: Kentucky; 6: Tennessee; 7: Arkansas; 8 (tie): Indiana, South Carolina; 10: Texas; 11: Michigan; 12: Georgia; 13: Oklahoma; 14: Missouri; 15 (tie): Ohio, Alaska; 17: North Carolina; 18: North Dakota; 19: Pennsylvania; 20: Nebraska; 21: Iowa; 22: South Dakota; 23: Illinois; 24: Maryland; 25: Virginia; 26: Kansas; 27: Minnesota; 28: Wisconsin; 29: Delaware; 30 California; 31 (tie): Idaho, Washington; 33: Oregon; 34: Maine; 35: Florida; 36 (tie): Wyoming, New Hampshire, New York; 39: D.C.; 40 (tie): New Mexico, New Jersey; 42: Nevada; 43 (tie): Utah, Arizona; 45: Montana; 46: Connecticut; 47 (tie): Rhode Island, Vermont; 49: Massachusetts; 50: Hawaii; 51: Colorado.

SkirtSports Wins 2006 Boulder IQ Award

ollowing in the mighty footsteps of Crocs, IZZE beverages, Nautilus and Noodles & Company, Boulder-born SkirtSports Inc. has won the 2006 Boulder IQ award for its leadership in creating an entirely new category in the marketplace for running skirts. “All I wanted was to look cute while I was working out,” joked SkirtSports founder Nicole DeBoom. In reality, DeBoom has parlayed her pro triathlete career and Yale education into one of the country’s most innovative and energetic sports apparel companies. SkirtSports Inc., founded just over a year ago in 2005, has led the industry in the development of and subsequent craze for fitness skirts by creating divinely fashion-friendly and supremely technical fitness skirts that can be worn from gym to java.

The Worlds Largest Timed Races in 2005 1. 52,393 Peachtree 10K USA 2. 52,000 JPMorgan Corp Challenge GERR 3. 50,336 Sun-Herald City to Surf 14K AUS 4. 50,158 Cursa El Corte Ingles 11K ESP 5. 44,000 HSBC Round the Bays 8.4K NZL 6. 42,391 Bolder Boulder 10K USA 7. 40,012 Lilac Bloomsday Run 12K USA Compiled by Running USA RRIC

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In 1998, friends and running partners Jim Lynch of Denver and David Zonker of Centennial committed to run at least one marathon in every American state. Both kept that commitment and completed their goal at the Breakers Marathon in Newport, RI on October 21. They are only the 5th and 6th Coloradans and among 100 nationally that are certified by the 50 States Marathon Club. Some estimates are that 300 people have unofficially completed a marathon in all 50 states. “It has been an incredible journey and we both have gone through several changes in our lives throughout this adventure” said Lynch. Lynch, 49, and Zonker, 52, have been involved in the cable industry for over 25 years and met while employed at Jones Intercable. They started running during the lunch hour for fun and fitness in 1997. Lynch had to overcome a severe back injury that required surgery but recovered to run 19 marathons since. “It was devastating and I thought it was over,” said Lynch, “but the support of my wife Debbie, David, and the help of the running community pulled me through.” Lynch has finished a total of 65 marathons and Zonker has finished 56. “I will be sad to see it end, but I will continue to run with my running group, Runners Edge of the Rockies,” said Lynch. Zonker added “It has been very inspirational to see people overcome their own challenges and mental and physical limitations to run a marathon. I have enjoyed that part of the journey as much as accomplishing Zonker and Lynch (l-r) celebrate after my own goal.” running a marathon in Portland, Maine.

Colorado is Still the Skinniest State

Boulder’s De Reuck Sets U.S. Masters Half Marathon Record Under clear skies outside the Philadelphia Museum of Art, the men’s and women’s races at the 29th annual Jefferson Hospital Philadelphia Distance Run were won in almost identical fashion as each athlete displayed a powerful final kick inside 200 yards to the finish line. Kenyan Wilson Kiprotich, 26, covered the 13.1mile distance in a time of 1 hour, 1 minute, 5 seconds on the men’s side, while fellow Kenyan, 18year-old Lineth Chepkurui won the women’s race in 1:10:09. Even though he finished second to Kiprotich, the race was controlled by American Abdi Abdirahman, 29, from Tucson, AZ. Abdirahman was the only man testing the pack as he flirted with Colleen and Darren De Reuck a U.S. half-marathon record pace through the majority of the race. pose together after the The two-time Olympian finished Philadelpiha Distance Run. in 1:01:07, the second fastest U.S. all-time performance behind Mark Curp’s 1:00:55 in 1985. In the women’s race, the Kenyan lead continued to increase approaching mile 11 and attention turned to Boulder’s Colleen De Reuck, 42, as the elite masters runner, in sixth position overall, appeared to be on a masters’ world record pace. De Reuck fell short of the world record by nine seconds finishing in 1:11:51, but she shattered the U.S. masters record. She now holds eight U.S. masters records from the 5K to the marathon.

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Kim Jones Wins Inaugural Disneyland Half Marathon

im Jones, 48, of Fort Collins, was the women’s half marathon champion at the inaugural Disneyland Half Marathon. Jones won the race with a time of 1:25:03. The women’s second place finisher was Edith Martinez, 38, of Brea, California, with a time of 1:27:05. Kevin Broady, 44, of Brea, CA, posted a time of 1:11:31 to lead the field of more than 9,700 participants en route to victory at the race. Broady, a former Disneyland cast member, finished a minute and a half ahead of Benjamin Gomez Gutierrez, 30, of Jalostotitlan, Mexico, who finished second with 1:13:04. “I used to work at Disneyland,” said Broady, “I’ve been to Disneyland so many times. It was so much fun to run through there. It was just a really great experience.” First-time half marathoners and veteran runners, including participants from 49 states, plus 15 countries, enjoyed the inaugural trek through the two Disneyland Resort theme parks and beautiful streets of Anaheim, while colorful Disney characters and festive music inspired them along the way. The runners who completed the half marathon received a special Sleeping Beauty Castle medal, the newest addition in the Disney endurance series collection. November/December 2006

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Race of the Year

The Georgetown to Idaho Springs Half Marathon tops our list of Colorado’s best races in 2006.

Why the Georgetown to Idaho Springs Half Marathon? Well, is there anything this race doesn’t have? It’s got breath-taking scenery, incredible competition, a nearly three-decade history, fantastic organization, post-race fun, and a net downhill drop.

This year marked the 28th edition for this summer tradition. The race begins in historic Georgetown at 8,800 feet, near the picturesque Georgetown Lake. It winds its way down Clear Creek Canyon into Idaho Springs, which is nestled at a much more manageable 7,800 feet. And while there is plenty of downhill running at this summer spectacle, don’t let the numbers fool you. There are quite a few hills that climb upward as well, which can help throw a wrench in many runners’ plans. David Manthey with the Runner’s Edge of the Rockies training group says, “Georgetown to Idaho Springs is an easy, downhill, fast and beautiful race course.” He says the group’s members often run personal bests on the course. The training group had more than 100 runners compete in the event this year. Manthey adds, “The location is nice. The race is easy to get to and it’s just 30 to 45 minutes from Denver.” The half marathon attracts more than 2,000 participants each year, placing it among Colorado’s largest events. 12

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While many runners are happy to still be standing upright when they reach the finish line, many of the state’s fittest athletes also toe the line each year. This year, the race saw Golden’s Jason Delaney win in one hour, seven minutes, 24 seconds. It was a quick year with the top four runners breaking the seventy minute barrier. The women’s race was also fast with Amy Manson of Superior cruising to victory in one hour, 21 minutes, 27 seconds. The top five female runners finished within three minutes of each other. Race Director Deb Scott said, “I think one of the things that makes our race unique is that the majority of the volunteers are our athletes and musicians from the county high school and middle school. Our county has only one high school and one middle school, and we are very close-knit. Runners can see the smiling faces of all of our students along the route and at the finish area and be assured that the money raised goes to a great cause.” The race began as a fundraiser for the Easter Seals Camp. After a few years, the camp was able to get funding from other sources, so the race proceeds were redirected to the Clear Creek High School Booster Club, which purchases uniforms and gear for sports teams and extracurrular activities. The Booster Club also awards athletes and musicians with scholarships at the end of every year in the amount totaling about $10,000. After the runners complete their quest to run 13.1 miles through the pine-covered mountains, they enjoy a post-race celebration at the Golddigger football stadium in Idaho Springs. Runners, with their friends and families, can mingle among dozens of vendors who are offering freebies. Several food tables help runners refuel with watermelon, yogurt, and bagels. A disc jockey spins the tunes, while many people recline on the grass and recover. At the awards ceremony, age group winners are given a coveted silver pan handler dish, which represents the area’s mining tradition. A race with a quarter of a century history has to be able to be flexible. Scott said many runners might not realize how the course has changed with time. “One of our greatest struggles year by year is adjusting the race for the changes along the route due to new building and an increase in people. Over the years, new construction and an increase in traffic has caused us to reconstruct the course. This year, the county is building an Animal Shelter along the route, and in the coming years, Georgetown will have some new construction next to the lake at the starting line. We like to keep our race beautiful and allow runners to enjoy the scenery, and that really forces us to be flexible every year.” Last year’s Race of the Year Winner: Pikes Peak Marathon and Ascent

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The Rest of the Best

Not everyone can win the top prize. Here are our picks for some of Colorado’s other top events. Best Marathon: Steamboat Marathon Best 10K: Bolder Boulder Last year’s winner: Colorado Marathon The Steamboat Marathon has a long tradition of excellence in Colorado. The race celebrated its 25th anniversary in June. Many runners say they go back year after year because of the gorgeous scenery that winds through the Elk River Valley. Others say they love the downhill course, which starts at a lofty 8,128 feet and finishes at 6,728 feet. Jason Saitta has won the race several times. “The thing I like best about the marathon is that it has a big time feel to it, but in a small town atmosphere which makes everything a little more special and meaningful.” He also says the pre-race dinner is top notch. The marathon is supported by more than 500 volunteers. If you want to run the marathon next summer, make sure you sign up early. The event has a 500 person cap and it fills every year.

Last year’s winner: Evergreen Town Race The Celestial Seasonings Bolder Boulder is one of the best races in the nation. Every Memorial Day, nearly 50,000 runners and walkers hit the streets of Boulder and anticipate the moment that they get to run onto the University of Colorado’s Folsom Field to the thunderous applause of thousands of spectators. Not only is there a photo-worthy citizens’ race, but the event draws elite runners from across the world to compete in the International Team Challenge. This year teams from a dozen countries competed for a total prize purse of $110,600. The race is also well known for its Memorial Day Tribute, which includes the presentation of the Nation’s Colors, a flyover by military jets, and a 21-gun salute.

Best Half Marathon: Horsetooth Half Marathon

Best 5K: Alex Hoag Run for Sunshine

Last year’s winner: Boulder Backroads The Horsetooth Half Marathon went through an extreme makeover this year. New organizers changed the course, added new sponsors, and tripled the number of runners who competed in the event. More than 700 runners toed the starting line in Fort Collins in April. They ran on the rolling hills west of town and finished at New Belgium Brewery, where everyone celebrated with a live band and a commemorative, engraved “bomber bottle” of New Belgium’s Fat Tire Ale. Co-race director Jon Sinclair said, “We changed the traditional course keeping the best elements, a spacious starting area and fantastic views of Horsetooth Reservoir and the Front Range. We added a fast, gradual downhill finish following the Cache La Poudre River.” We say the changes were an overwhelming success.

Last year’s winner: Stadium Stampede The Alex Hoag Run for Sunshine offers excellent competition, a challenging course, and a spectacular finish at Security Service Field in Colorado Springs. The race is held in May as a benefit for the Proteus Syndrome Foundation. Many of our readers were enthusiastic about nominating the race to win the best 5K award. Dawn Brooks-White of Peyton wrote, “Food, fun, prizes, and the weather is always perfect.” Sheila Gioia said, “The Alex Hoag Run for Sunshine is Colorado’s best 5K hands down!” This year, a $600 prize purse attracted the area’s top runners with the top five racers shattering the 16-minute barrier and race winner Michael Nicks setting a new course record in 15:12. In the women’s race,

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>> RACES OF THE YEAR << Lead King Basin. Runners switchback past waterfalls, then roll through the old mining town of Crystal, past the famous 110-year-old Crystal Mill. It’s all held on one of the peak color weekends of fall. Tania Pacev, who runs in about 30 races a year, said, “It’s the most beautiful course I’ve ever run!”

Best Weekend Getaway: Estes Park Marathon

Last year’s winner: Durango Double Majestic scenery and hometown hospitality combine to make a trip to the Estes Park Marathon a trip to remember. But you don’t have to run the full marathon. There is something for everyone, with a 5K, a 10K and a half marathon. The runs tour the Estes Valley. After the race, you can stretch your legs by hiking and watching wildlife at nearby Rocky Mountain National Park.

A runner celebrates near the 8-mile mark of the Horsetooth Half Marathon. the top four women finished within 16 seconds of each other. Kelly Handel set a new course record in 18:58. A live band performed at the post-race party and members of the Colorado Springs Fire Department served a pancake breakfast. This year’s age group trophies were adobe pottery that was hand-painted by students at Vera Scott Elementary School where Alex Hoag attended school.

Best Ultra: San Juan Solstice 50 Mile Run

Last year’s winner: Leadville Trail 100 Many ultrarunners say this is the hardest 50 mile race in the nation, but the views are worth the pain. It is held in Lake City each June. Ultrarunner Scott Jaime says this about the race, “San Juan Soltice answers the question that you ask yourself when training for months on end - why do I do this? Imagine this: running along the Continental Divide Trail all day long with vast expanses of wildflower prairies, 360 degree views of Colorado, not a soul around, and the only sounds you hear is the wind and the beating of your heart. This day alone is enough to recharge your battery for the rest of the year. If running and being in the great outdoors is your passion, why wouldn’t you do it?”

Best Race Series: The Summit Trail Running Series

Last year’s winner: Teva Vail Trail Race Series The town of Breckenridge hosts more than 700 runners at its six-race summer trail series. The challenging, but beautiful races are held on Wednesday nights. The series began in 2001 as a grassroots effort of several local runners, and it has grown every year since. The races are inexpensive and participants celebrate afterwards with appetizer and drink discounts at a local restaurant.

Best Post Race Party: Runnin’ of the Green 7K

This is a new category More than 3,000 people show up for this annual St. Patrick’s Day street party in Denver’s LoDo to watch Irish step dancers and listen to live performances by Celtic rock groups. Runners can load up on carbohydrates after the race by drinking free beer and eating everything from sandwiches to fruit. A marathon runner at the Estes Park Marathon.

Last year’s winner: Barr Trail Mountain Race The gem of the Teva Vail Trail Race Series is the Vail Hill Climb. The race offers some of the best competition in the state. The 7.6-mile race starts at Vail Village and travels up a dirt and gravel path to the summit of Vail Mountain at Eagle’s Nest. The course climbs more than 2,000 feet.

Most Scenic: Lead King Loop

Last year’s winner: Rim Rock Run The 25K dirt road course starts in the quaint and historic town of Marble. Rounding Beaver Lake, the course climbs 2,900 feet in four miles into the beautiful backcountry area of

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Best Non-Ultra Trail Race: Vail Hill Climb

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>> HOLIDAY GIFT GUIDE <<

hose last minute dashes to the mall and the obsession with finding the perfect gift can turn any June Cleaver into a Morticia Addams. The stress of holiday shopping may even cause some dedicated athletes to cut back on their training. (Horror!) To help you keep your sanity this holiday shopping season, we’ve compiled a list of running clothes and accessories that would make the Grinch himself “ohhh” and “ahhh” on Christmas morning. But don’t take our word for it. We went straight to the experts - the people who love running so much that they work at local running specialty stores.

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Chris Alderman works at the Runner’s Roost in Lakewood. Every great runner starts with a great shoe. He prefers the Salomon Gortex XA-Pro 3D XCR ($125). Chris pairs his shoes with Darn Tough Running Socks ($14). To stay warm on cold winter mornings, he prefers a pair of CWX Pro Tights ($95) and a Brooks HVAC Seamless long sleeve ($98). For running at night, Chris wears a Brooks Nightlife Vest ($70). His accessories consist of a Brooks Water Boy Handheld water bottle ($14), a Garmin 305 Forerunner GPS watch ($350), a pair of Optic Nerve Synergy sunglasses ($59), and a Nike Dri-Fit Hat ($20). He is pictured running in Lakewood.

Runners Roost has five locations: 1685 S. Colorado Blvd, Denver, CO 80222 - 303-759-8455 6554 S. Parker Rd, Aurora, CO 80016 - 303-776-3411 437 S. Wadsworth Blvd, Lakewood, CO 80226 - 303-991-1851 107 E. Bijou, Colorado Springs, CO, 80903 - 719-632-2633 902 W. Drake Rd, Ft. Collins, CO 80526 - 970-224-9114

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Amy Schmidt works at the Boulder Running Company. Her shoe of choice is the Nike Air Max Moto+ IV ($85) with the Nike+ iPod Sport Kit ($29). This allows Amy to listen to her iPod Nano and track speed and distance at the same time. She is sporting a pair of Smartwool ultralight cushion running socks ($12.95) as well as a pair of Nike Low Rise Workout Capri pants ($50). Her blue shirt is the Brooks Boulder Running Company Podium 1/2 Zip ($29). It’s tough to see the shirt because she is also wearing a GoLite Kick Jacket ($89.95). Amy’s accessories consist of a Nathan Speed 2 Nutrition Pak ($28.95), Brooks HVAC gloves ($33.95), Nike Skylon Interchangeable Sunglasses ($138.95), a Timex Ironman 50 lap watch for small wrists ($54.95) and a Boulder Running Company Visor ($14.95). Amy is running on the bike path at Clement Park in Littleton, which is near the store.

Greg Cunningham works at Fleet Feet in Boulder. He is getting ready to head out for a snowshoe run. He prefers the Crescent Moon Gold Series 9 Snowshoes ($239) because of the binding system. The single pull loop binding is the easiest in/out snowshoe binding on the market. Greg pairs his snowshoes with a pair of LaSportiva Crossroads ($95) and Balega Trail Blazer socks ($9). To stay warm on his snowshoe run, Greg prefers a pair of Hind Munich Pants ($60) and a Nike Dri-Fit long sleeve ($35). He is wearing the Sugoi Hydrolite Run Jacket ($100). The Hydrolite jacket is a superlite weather resistance with stretch comfort and packable performance. His accessories consist of a Timex Ironman Sleek watch with Optimum Viewing Angle ($70), a pair of Brooks Nightlife Vapor Dry Gloves ($28), and a Fleet Feet Headsweats race hat ($22). He is pictured getting his snowshoes ready at the Fleet Feet store in Boulder. Jon Clemence works at Running Wild in Highlands Ranch. He is wearing the Ultra 103 by North Face shoes ($89.99) with a pair of Smartwool Light Cushion socks ($14.50). He is wearing a pair of Brooks Spartan Pants ($58) and a Hind Metro Long Sleeve shirt ($38). If you have an upcoming marathon, try the Fuel Belt Race Number Gel-Ready Belt, which Jon is wearing around his waist. To track your pace and distance while training, check out the Nike Triax CV-10 Speed and Distance Watch ($269). John is running on the C-470 Bike Path in Highlands Ranch.

Fleet Feet is located at: 2624 Broadway Boulder, CO 80304 303-939-8000

Megan Lund works at The Colorado Running Company in Colorado Springs. She is sporting a pair of Nike Air Zoom Percept shoes ($110) with a pair of Wright socks ($8). Her shirt of choice is the Sport Science long sleeve shirt with the Colorado Running Company logo ($24.95). She has fun wearing a Triks Marathon Girl Skirt ($60) when she works out, so that she can transition from her run straight to the coffee shop. Her accessories include a Timex Ironman watch ($69.95) and a pair of Oakley Polarized sunglasses ($160). She is shown here running on the trails through Colorado College in Colorado Springs.

Running Wild is located at: 1970 E. County Line Rd Highlands Ranch, CO 80126 303-738-9446

The Colorado Running Company is located at: 833 N. Tejon Ave Colorado Springs, CO 80903 719-635-3833

Other Front Range Running Specialty Stores:

Western Colorado Running Specialty Stores:

Foot Of The Rockies 150 E. Harmony Rd Ft. Collins, CO 80525 970-377-8005

Running Tracks 639 Main Street Grand Junction, CO 81501 970-241-7866

Bellâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Running 3620 W. 10th Street Greeley, CO 80634 970-356-6964

Your Running Store 444 E. College Drive Durango, CO 81301 970-385-5221

Runnerâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Choice 2460 Canyon Boulder, CO 80302 303-449-8551

Independence Run and Hike 995 Cowen Drive Carbondale, CO 81623 970-704-0909

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>> NUTRITION ADVANTAGE <<

The Meat & Potatoes of Sports Nutrition by Nancy Clark stream that athletes have forgotten about the meat-and-potatoes of sports nutrition: meats (and beans) and potatoes! If you are over-consuming engineered foods, here’s some food for thought about meat, potatoes and your sports diet.

Meat Many athletes believe meat is unhealthful because it is cholesterol-rich. Wrong. The amount of cholesterol in beef is similar to that in chicken and fish. Cholesterol is part of cell walls; all animal proteins contain a similar amount (85-95 mg cholesterol/4 ounces; target intake <300 mg/day). The fat in meat, not the meat itself, is the culprit when it comes to heart disease. Choose lean beef, pork and lamb for your heart-healthy sports diet. Buy organic, if desired. Red meats offer two minerals that are important for athletes: iron (prevents anemia, needless fatigue) and zinc (helps heal injuries). While many protein supplements are fortified with iron and zinc, these minerals tend to be better absorbed from animal foods. Deli roast beef offers 24 grams protein per 3 ounces - the same as many protein bars or an average sandwich.

The Myth Once upon a time, athletes used to chow on meat and potatoes. That changed when red meat got categorized as bad and “a heart attack on a plate.” (That is, until the Atkins Diet came along.) Next, potatoes got the bad rap. Potatoes, after all, have a high glycemic index. The Glycemic Index (GI) is a rating system that assigns a numerical value to carbohydrate-rich foods, based on their impact on blood sugar. The rumor goes like this: potatoes quickly elevate blood sugar (i.e., have a high glycemic index) and this stimulates the release of insulin; insulin causes the blood sugar to drop; low blood sugar stimulates hunger and the desire to overeat. So, potatoes become “fattening.” Although this is not true, the bottom line is many weight-conscious athletes have stopped eating potatoes - as well as rice, pasta, and other carbs needed to fuel their muscles.

The Truth The truth is, athletes have a different biochemistry than unfit people. Athletes are unlikely to experience an insulin surge that leads to overeating and “getting fat” from enjoying a potato with dinner. Athletes’ depleted muscles readily take up carbs and store them as glycogen. Also, most athletes eat a potato with meat or other protein foods; this slows the release of glucose and the insulin response.

The Reality Many of today’s active people have somehow ended up eschewing meat and potatoes (or beans and rice, if they are vegetarians) and instead are choosing purified protein and carbs. That is, they slug down protein shakes for breakfast, choose protein bars for mid-morning and late afternoon snacks, and refuel with carb-protein supplements for recovery. The sports food industry leads us to believe these commercially prepared, purified carbs and protein are indispensable for superior performance. Not the case; real food has worked well for years! While there is a time and place for sports supplements, many of my clients mis-use them. For example: • Does the high school athlete really need a sports drink at lunch? • Will the lawyer/runner benefit from a protein bar for an afternoon snack? • Will the body builder gain mass with yet-another protein shake for a mid-morning meal? Doubtful. But these engineered foods have become so main18

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Potatoes Potatoes are an excellent source of carbohydrates. Potatoes (and all carbs) are not fattening; excess calories are fattening. Consistently overeating french fries or butter-filled baked potatoes can, indeed, be fattening, but so can overeating any food, even sport drinks and protein shakes. A large (10 ounces when raw) restaurant-size potato can fuel your muscles with about 200 carbohydrate-rich calories... as can 200 calories of a candy-like energy bar. But the carbs in many sports supplements - glucose, fructose, rice syrup and other sweeteners - offer no nutritional value (that is, unless the manufacturers add some vitamins to make the product appear more nutritious). Potatoes, in comparison, are nutrient-rich, a natural source of potassium and vitamin C. Hence, a pre-baked (or microwave) pre- or postexercise potato offers nutritional advantages over an engineered energy

bar. When eaten naked, potatoes contain no fat, cholesterol or sodium - and they even come in an edible, fiber-rich wrapper!

The Bottom Line By enjoying potatoes or other natural carbs as the foundation of each meal, and meat/protein as the accompaniment, you’ll get the right balance of carbs and protein that enhances sports performance. Here are some examples of easy carb-protein combinations of “real foods.” Remember, protein quickly adds up. Most athletes need to focus on getting enough carbs. More potatoes, please! Sports dietitian Nancy Clark MS, RD counsels active people at her private practice. Her popular Sports Nutrition Guidebook, Food Guide for Marathoners and Cyclist’s Food Guide are available at www.nancyclarkrd.com and sportsnutritionworkshop.com.

A Day of Carbs and Protein A 150 pound athlete should consume between 450 to 750 grams of carbohydrates a day and approximately 75 to 120 grams of protein. Here are some examples. Breakfast: 2 cups Wheaties with 1 cup milk: 60 gm carbs, 14 grams protein Lunch: PB&J Sandwich: 60 gm carbs, 16 gm protein Snack: 1 medium potato + 1/2 cup cottage cheese: 55 gm carbs, 20 gm protein Dinner: 2 cups Spaghetti + 2 ounces meat sauce: 102 gm carbs, 30 gm protein Total: 277 gm carbs, 80 gm protein

Healthy Potato Recipes Roasted Vegetables 1 pound (3 medium) unpeeled potatoes, cut into 1/4-inch slices 1 small red bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch strips 1 small green bell pepper, seeded and cut into 1/2-inch strips 1 medium onion, peeled and cut into 1/2-inch wedges 1 1/2 tablespoons olive oil 1 tablespoon balsamic vinegar 2 large garlic cloves, minced Salt, to taste Heat oven to 450 degrees. Line a large rimmed baking sheet with aluminum foil; coat with vegetable cooking spray; set aside. In large bowl, toss potatoes, peppers, and onion with oil to coat; arrange in single layer on baking sheet. Roast 15 minutes. Sprinkle vegetables with vinegar and garlic; toss thoroughly and arrange again in single layer. Continue to roast about 15 minutes until vegetables are tender and lightly browned. Season with salt. Makes 4 servings.

Courtesy National Pork Board

Oven Fries For a family favorite, make oven fries. Slice raw potatoes into strips, drizzle with olive or canola oil, mix to coat evenly; spread on a baking sheet, cook at 425° for 20-35 minutes (depending on the thickness of the “fries”).

Baked Potato Toppings To make a plain baked potato more “exciting,” top it with these effortless protein ideas: cottage cheese, canned bake beans, and chili. Or drizzle a little heart-healthy olive oil on top with a sprinkling of oregano. For more recipes, visit www.healthypotato.com. November/December 2006

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Who Is Matt Carpenter?

by derek griffiths

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>> THE FAST LANE <<

Before I even moved to Colorado, I had heard of Manitou Springs’ golden boy of mountain running, Matt Carpenter. With all of Matt’s accomplishments on Pikes Peak in the last two decades, everyone worth knowing has likely heard of him. But for me, it wasn’t until I moved to Denver that his accomplishments really took on meaning. You see, living in flat Ohio, you can’t imagine how tough it is to run up and down a 14,000-foot mountain.

For 99 percent of runners, the Pikes Peak Marathon and Pikes Peak Ascent are two of the toughest races in the world. For Matt, they are home. He has won the marathon a record eight times and the ascent five times. In 2001, he became the only person to ever win the ascent and marathon on back-to-back days. In the 1993 marathon, he set the still standing course records of 2:01:06 for the ascent and 3:16:39 for the marathon.

This year, Matt won the race in his second fastest time ever. That’s right – 13 years later, he ran the race in three hours and 33 minutes (with a 2:08:27 ascent). To put that in perspective, the average male finisher in this year’s Pike’s Peak Marathon took nearly seven hours. And that’s for those who actually completed the grueling event. About ten percent of those registered dropped out or didn’t show up on race day. So what gives Matt the ability to be so quick? I set out to find the truth. What I discovered about his training truly shocked me, and his passion for the sport surprised me.

Courtesy of Matt Carpenter

Training

I sat down with Matt at his home in Manitou Springs about a month before this year’s Pikes Peak Marathon, a race that Matt was training heavily for. I asked him why he was running the marathon again after all that he had already accomplished. “This year it is the World Mountain Running Long Course World Championships. I have to run a world championship when it is in my backyard.” Talk about home field advantage. When I asked how his training was going, he just smiled. “I am in probably the best shape of my life. I am running workouts faster than I did 10 years ago and I feel stronger than I did 10 years ago.” That is when I decided to dive into Matt’s training. Was it different than other runners? Did he do more miles, more speed work, and more hill workouts? What is it that makes him capable of running up and down a mountain at lightning speeds? “Consistency is the key. If you take my training log today and put the weeks over top of the same weeks from ten years ago, they will be the same. The only change is the speed.” Matt said he had made one change to his routine - adding leg weights. “I started doing leg curls, extensions and step ups and I have noticed that I seem to recover from a race much better now. I think that is due to the added strength being able to

combat the fatigue of racing.” Many people would think that Matt does a lot of running on Pikes Peak, but he said most of his running is near his home on the roads and lower trails of Manitou Springs and at the Garden of the Gods Park. These trails don’t have the extreme climbing found on the Peak. So how is he able to maintain such a high speed when he is running on the Peak? “I run 13 times a week, never less than two hours a day. I also do two speed workouts a week, one on the track or the treadmill, and the other on the lower section of Barr Trail. I have found workouts that work for me, and I have stuck with them for over ten years.” Most runners find it difficult to stick with a training program for more than three months. So, how is it that Matt can find a program that works and stick with it year after year? “I have to admit, I don’t like the training,” he says. “It is the process that I really enjoy. I find it amazing that the body can adapt to so many different stresses. That process of adaptation is what I enjoy the most.”

Advocate

Matt Carpenter is not all about the training and racing. There is also a part of him that loves the sport and loves helping people achieve their goals. Take, for instance, the Incline Club. The Incline Club started as a couple of runners (Matt being one of them) in Manitou Springs. They were using an abandoned cable car route, known as the Incline, for training. In 1997, they started group runs up the Incline. Since then, they have stopped using the Incline in favor of the Barr Trail. Now on most Sunday mornings, there are upwards of 100 people that meet for the Incline Club run. Matt hosts the club’s website and helps send out a weekly newsletter where people can talk about races that they have done in the past week. Matt is also a guest speaker at running events, he has written a book on the best way to train for the Pikes Peak Marathon, and he started one of the best trail races in the country, the Barr Trail Mountain Race. He has done all of this out of his love for helping others achieve success. Matt currently serves on the board of the Triple Crown of Running (the owners of the Pikes Peak Marathon events) and will be the 2007 race director for the Garden of the Gods 10 Mile. One of Matt’s greatest passions is being an advocate for competition. He has seen some of the best races in the state slowly get less and less competitive. “There are too many race directors out there who believe that if a race fills, it is a success. I get really upset when race directors don’t hold spots for elite-type runners. They don’t need to give them a free entry, but they should at least hold some spots so that the race can be competitive. In the past, there have been runners who wanted to run the Pikes Peak Mara-

thon or Ascent and who would have had a good chance to win it and beat me, but could not get in because the race had filled. There are other races where the defending champion was not allowed entry into the race. Many people may find this type of statement elitist, but when you think about running as a sport, the goal is to run as fast as possible. If the best runners are not allowed in the event, how is this helping the sport?” Partly because of Matt’s protests, things have changed at the Pikes Peak Marathon. Now spots are held each year for top runners until a few days before the event. But Matt is still hoping for change at a handful of other events.

What’s Next?

At 42, Matt concedes that age is starting to catch up with him. It takes something special for him to stay motivated to keep training at such a high level. In 2002, Matt and his wife Yvonne welcomed their daughter Kyla to the world. Matt says this was a definite turning point in his life. Family became the top priority. It wasn’t until Matt decided to test his hand at the Leadville Trail 100 in 2004 that his real competitive juices started flowing again. That year he set a course record at the San Juan Solstice 50 Mile in Lake City, becoming the first person to break eight hours on what some consider the toughest 50 mile course in the country. However, it was this effort that left Matt struggling to finish at Leadville, where he walked most of the last 30 miles. “I found out the hard way that my body does not recover from an ultra very fast. My training was right on, but I wasted it at Lake City.” In 2005, he didn’t run the 50 miler, and went on to win Leadville by over three hours, breaking the course record in 15:42:59. So what is next for Matt? I got a chance to ask him that very question on the eve of the American Discovery Trail Marathon. “Since my training for this year’s Pikes Peak was going so good, I was thinking about running either the JFK 50 Mile or the SunMart 50 Mile. But, I haven’t run more than two miles at one time since the marathon and it feels good to actually take some time off.” Matt was the keynote speaker at the pasta dinner, and in typical fashion, let all of the attendees ask him questions as opposed to talking all about his accomplishments. Just another example of how he always wants to help people achieve their best performances. As for Matt’s running – I am sure he will find something to test his limits and then set his mind to breaking those limits.

November/December 2006

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>> TRIATHLON <<

‘Tri-ing’ for a Cure

The Tale of a First Timer and a Veteran Trying to Make a Difference by Jaime Zilverberg

s Nicole Gunther neared the finish line of the 3rd annual Tri for the Cure, thoughts of her mother filled her mind. A year earlier she had finished the race in honor of her mother, Connie Coln, who at the time was a breast cancer survivor. This year, however, was different. Connie lost her battle to breast cancer in November 2005, just two months after running in the Susan G. Komen Race for the Cure in Colorado Springs. But Nicole is not alone on this overcast summer morning in August. More than 3,000 women are with her at Cherry Creek State Park for this all-women’s triathlon. It is a day some spent many months training for, and for others it is a day that came too fast. I am one of those thousands in the crowd. I am there to not only participate in my first ever triathlon, but also support my friend Nicole. As it turns out, I am one of those who are thinking the day came too fast.

Making of a Triathlete?

As my doubts about being able to finish the race spilled out to my husband, he kept reminding me I chose to do this triathlon. His words were always, “Remember you wanted to do this.” In April, Nicole convinced me to sign up for the Tri for the Cure. Knowing it was in August, I figured that would give me plenty of time to train, and Nicole repeatedly assured me I would be able to finish the race. To ease my doubts I kept reminding myself I was doing something to benefit a great cause. Tri for the Cure donates a portion of the proceeds to the Susan G. Komen Breast Cancer Foundation. Nicole’s mom, who passed away from the disease last year, was like a second mom to me. I wanted to finish the race for Connie.

First Thoughts

It was a daunting thought for a first-timer knowing I would have to swim a half mile, bike 12.4 miles, and run a 5K. For some, training for a triathlon is like learning a new language. It takes time to figure out all the terminology, and learn how best to train. While navigating through all the nuances of swimming, biking and running can be invigorating, it also can be frustrating. Being athletic and working out are not foreign concepts to me. I figured training for this triathlon would not be too bad, since I already knew the lingo. I was a competitive swimmer for many years. Now in my late 20’s, I realized I needed something to look forward to, especially if I was ever going to get back in shape again. This was also a way to satisfy my competitive spirit. It was a spirit that had sat idle (except during football season) for many years. My first thought was that this would be a good way to get back into athletics, and hopefully, a way to tone the muscles that had recently gotten a little flabby.

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The Training

Training for a triathlon is something that can be fun and exhilarating, especially if you are training with a friend. For women, especially, it is a great way to bond. I found this out while working out with Nicole. This being my first triathlon, I was not sure just how much to train. Since Nicole had competed in the triathlon before, I turned to her for advice. We decided that we would meet at least once a week to workout. We started going to a recreation center to do the cross-trainer, ride the stationary bike, and lift some weights. The first night was very telling of how this training might go. We decided to do something called the Gauntlet. A machine that has circulating stairs you must walk up and depending on the program, the stairs go faster or slower. After five minutes on the machine, my legs were burning, my heart rate was about 180, and I was dripping with sweat. It felt good to exercise again, but the next day I could hardly walk. The second time we met, Nicole and I talked about just how far we would have to swim, bike and run. We kept telling ourselves that it wouldn’t be too bad; we could make it. However, after a couple weeks we realized we may need to do a little bit more training so we could actually finish the race. We upped it to two times a week and set a goal of getting into a pool at least three times before the race. This idea of training more was good in theory. However, life gets hectic

and between meetings, traveling, dealing with spouses and children, we just did not get as much training in as we had hoped. We did reach our goal of swimming three times. The swimming came back easily. I felt good about that portion of the race. I rode my mountain bike a couple of times and felt comfortable the 12 mile bike would not be too bad. I would later find out that was not the case. My big concern was the running, because I really am not a very good runner. To deal with that portion of the race, I ran about a total of five minutes. I would advise other people training for their first triathlon to make sure they up that number.

Race Day

Before I knew it, it was race day. The weeks went by too fast. What happened to all my training time? Women started walking into the park at 5:30 a.m. to get set up for the Tri for the Cure. It was a sight to see. Women from all walks of life took over the park. Some had nerves of steel and others could not hide their anxious anticipation. As women usually do, most of us were chit chatting while searching for our heat numbers and the perfect spot to set up. Some others were silently concentrating (or using that as a way to calm their nerves.) As the morning wore on, the empty racks quickly filled with thousands of women with their bikes, swim gear, running gear and anything else they might need for the race. It was an amazing sight as Cherry Creek State Park came to life. The energy of thousands of women who came together to compete for a common cause was infectious. That day the skies were overcast and many of us were talking about how cold we thought the water would be, especially after all the rain the night before. However, there was some good news. Over the loud speaker, all the women preparing for the race heard, “Good news ladies! The water temperature is 76 degrees.” For many, it was the first victory of the day. Nicole and I were lucky enough to be in the same heat. While we were waiting for our start time, the butterflies started to build. The thought, “Will I really be able to finish this?” kept creeping up in my head. I also was trying to compose a race strategy. It is a delicate balance. I knew I had to push it on the swim because that would be my best leg of the race, but I knew I needed to save some energy for the bike and run.

The Swim

Before I knew it, it was time to go down to the swimming start. I was not too worried at this point. A big shock came when the announcer said “Go!” I wasn’t ready to swim in open water with several dozen other women. It is much different than practicing in a pool in a lane by myself. The clawing, body parts flying, and waves were challenging. I also did not expect my arms to feel like lead after about 100 feet, but I pushed through it and thought I finished in a good time. As I exited the water and ran up onto the boat dock, my legs felt a little wobbly, but I felt good enough to run to my transition area. Nicole was right behind me and we were in the

transition area together. Transitions are crazy, hurrying to get dried off, putting on socks and shoes, clipping on a bike helmet, and getting everything on right before taking the bike off the rack. Once I was ready, I tried running my bike up to the start area, but that did not work so well. There were dozens of women in the area so I figured walking up my bike would be better.

The Bike

Jump on and pedal, pedal, pedal. I just wanted to get the bike started. I thought the bike would be a good part of the race for me, but that notion went out the window almost immediately. I saw Nicole and several other women fly by me. I am not going to lie - it was very discouraging, but I kept thinking, “I have to keep going.” The course was flat most of the way, so that was a relief. Before the first turnaround, I heard, “Let’s go Jaime.” Nicole had made the turn and was doing great. She could even give me some encouragement. At that point I knew I could keep going. But that was before “the hill.” On a normal day this probably would not have been a very hard hill to pedal up but it looked liked a mountain to me on this day. With legs burning, heart pounding, and an extremely dry mouth, I kept pushing. At one point I thought I would have to get off my bike and walk, but I did not. After “the hill” the rest of the course seemed fairly easy. Women kept passing me, but I tried not to let that bother me. Nicole, my training partner, was nowhere in sight. I hoped she had found a better groove than me on the bike. Finally, I rounded the corner and saw the finish sign. What a relief! Time for another transition and the final portion of the race, the run, which I knew would be the hardest for me.

The Run

I am not a very good runner and knowing this, one would figure, it would be something I would work on before the race.

Nope. As I mentioned, I did about five minutes of running before the race. I knew I might have to walk most of the way and I was fine with that fact. I sort of jogged up to the start line and made sure to touch the mat that would register my time. Dozens of people lined the path and they were cheering for all of the women. It is amazing how no matter how tired you are, and how much pain you might be in, you can pull energy from complete strangers. I felt pretty good so I kept on jogging, even up the first little hill. As I rounded the corner onto the Cherry Creek dam road, I decided to walk to the one mile marker. At that point it surprised me how good I actually felt, so I started to run again. At about a mile and a half I saw Nicole. She was on her way back down the road. We gave each other a high five and encouraged each other to keep going. That really helped. I kept running and only walked here and there for the rest of the race.

The Finish Line

As I approached the finish line, I got a burst of energy. I knew I was going to finish and that was an amazing feeling. It was great to see Nicole at the finish line to congratulate me. I felt tired and wobbly, but it was invigorating to be a part of something that was not only a personal goal for me but also a way to honor Nicole’s mom. Nicole finished the race in one hour, 34 minutes and 54 seconds. She beat last year’s time by more than 20 minutes. Now she considers herself a “lifer.” Nicole says she will continue to do triathlons for the rest of her life, and that may be the case for hundreds of other women who participated in this year’s Tri for the Cure. As for me, I finished! To me that is all that mattered. Now that I have one triathlon under my belt, it is time to start training for more. Jaime Zilverberg is a former collegiate swimmer who lives in Parker with her husband. This year’s Tri for the Cure was her first triathlon, but she says it won’t be her last.

Tri Tips for a First Timer from a First Timer •Make sure to swim in open water at least once: Even if you are a swimmer, swim in open water at least once, because no matter how much you train in a pool, the open water will be a shock. •Get wet before the start: No matter what the water temperature is I would recommend getting in and warming up a little bit. The shock of the cold water will wear off. When you actually get in to start the race you will not gasp for air and you will be over the initial surprise from the cold water. •Practice transitions: Even if you think this won’t be too much of a problem, your legs will feel much more wobbly than you think. Luckily Nicole and I attended a transitions clinic provided by the race and it was great, full of valuable information. If you have an opportunity to attend a transition clinic, I highly recommend it. •Don’t ride a bike you are not familiar with: I trained on a mountain bike, but I thought a road bike would help me go faster. So I bought a road bike the day before the race. Everyone I talked to said make sure you get out there and ride the bike before race day. I road the bike around the block a couple of times. Who knew that riding a road bike would be so much different than a mountain bike? It is! •Keep going: It hurts. It hurts really bad as the lactic acid builds up in your muscles. Find someone who you can keep a pace with and just keep telling yourself to stay with that person. That is the only way I made it through the run. November/December 2006

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>> AVOIDING INJURY <<

Recovering From An Ankle Sprain by Dr. Ken Sheridan

Snap! Darn it! I’m at the end of an eight mile trail run, cruising along a smooth section of trail, when I step on the only root within 20 feet of me and twist my ankle. Do I care that the ankle is the most commonly sprained joint in the body, or that 95% of ankle sprains are inversion sprains causing damage to the outer portion of the ankle? NO! All I care about is can I still run on it? And if not, how long until I can? The only statistic that does interest me is that, depending on who you read, approximately 30% of ankle sprains are still painful nine months later, and 20-39% of those people will have residual complaints up to nine years later. Why? Again, most ankle sprains occur when you invert the foot while the toes are pointed and roll over on the outside of your ankle. This causes tearing of the support structures on the outside of the joint (see Fig. I).

Factors That Can Predispose Someone To Ankle Sprains There are many factors that can predispose someone to ankle sprains. Here is a list: 1. Tight heel cords: Tight calves and Achilles tendons cause toes to point more during gait, placing the ankle in a more unstable position. 2. Crossover gait: This brings the foot closer to or across the midline of the body, making it easier to roll over the outside of the ankle. 3. Fatigue: Most ankle sprains occur towards the end of the run, when muscles supporting the joint are fatigued. They also occur more often at the beginning of the season when runners arrive without a good training base. 4. Lack of conditioning: See #3 above. But you can also have a decent aerobic base on flat/even surfaces and not be conditioned to tolerate uneven terrain. For instance, five miles on the road does not equal five miles on the Colorado trail. 5. Excessively worn shoes: Shoes broken down on the outside of the foot will cause inversion of the foot and ankle. 6. Shoes that are too narrow: These shoes provide a smaller platform for landing on uneven surfaces. 7. Uneven surfaces: I’ve seen people do this on trails or uneven sidewalks (especially if you’re accident prone).

Severity Of Sprain And Return To “Play”

Ankle sprains are classified as Grades I-III, and who cares! I want to know when I can run again! First of all, all the cover my butt mumbo jumbo about the generalities and recommendations in this article are no substitute for getting your individual case looked at by a competent medical provider, okay? The good news: 1. For triathletes: You can still train in the pool 24

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or on the bike depending on the severity of your injury. 2. For runners: As I write this, it is football/ hockey season. I know it doesn’t help much but at least there is something besides “American Idol” on TV. 3. The ability to walk is a good indication of the severity of the injury, so often you can judge for yourself how severe it is. This is also a helpful yardstick during ankle rehab.

Ankle Sprain Severity Grades

Grade I: Mild Gait is fairly normal or slight limp when fatigued or after inactivity (prolonged sitting, getting out of bed). Pain increases with hopping or running, swelling is present. Return to activity in one to two weeks. Grade II: Moderate Distinctive limp with walking, but can bear weight. You are unable to stand on toes or run. Swelling is increased with some hemorrhage (discoloration) located on the outside of the ankle. Return to activity in two to six weeks. Grade III: Severe Individual cannot bear full of even partial body weight, and almost complete range of motion is lost. You will probably bang your foot on every piece of furniture you own. Tenderness and hemorrhage surrounds the entire joint. Return to activity in 30 to 90 days. One last thing which must be taken into account is the individual’s age. People over 55 will tend to get an “avulsion fracture” which is where a small bone chip is pulled off the outer ankle bone. In children the main concern is damage to the growth plate.

What To Do?

As stated earlier, with ankle sprains you can often let pain be your guide. Keep in mind you may not know you’ve overstressed the joint until hours after your workout, or perhaps the next morning. So err on the side of caution, keep track of how it feels afterwards and make adjustments to your activity levels accordingly. The return to activity occurs in a continuum from non-weight bearing to running. We often start people in the pool with a buoy between their legs and no kicking. We then add kicking, then running with pool belt without contact with pool bottom. We progress to cycling for non-weight bearing increased range of

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motion, progressing from flats to hill climbing. Once hill climbing on the bike is pain free, we move to an elliptical machine for weight bearing without pounding. From the elliptical machine we alternate to the treadmill at 10 minute walking/ellipse intervals. We culminate with run/walk intervals, increasing the run time and decreasing the walk time. One of the problems with coming back from an injury of this nature is the “getting my life back” mentality inherent in us all. We find training enjoyable, which is why we do it. So when it comes to injury we want to return to training ASAP. Following an ankle sprain, the muscles that help support the joint get inhibited to help prevent further stress on the joint. These muscles help prevent joint inversion and are exercised by side to side movements. When we return to running and cycling, both forward movements, we don’t strengthen these muscles. This is where a rehabilitation program comes in, increasing the strength and endurance of these muscles and decreasing their reaction time.

The Rehabilitation Program

1. Initially: Decrease inflammation with ice (20 minutes on/40 minutes off, then repeat), and elevation. Aim for three to four times a day until it doesn’t make it feel better (three to seven days). 2. Range of motion exercises as able: Start with moving toes up and down, then advance to drawing the upper case alphabet with your toes, two repetitions, three times a day. 3. Balance training: When able to bear weight, stand in a doorway on one foot and balance for as long as possible. When able to do for 60 seconds, close eyes and hold for as long as possible, if not the full 60 seconds, then continue on with eyes open. Perform three to five times a day. 4. Backward walking: Once walking becomes pain free, begin walking backwards. This will help reintegrate some of the muscle affected by the injury. Work on smoothing out your backward gait. 5. Lateral walking: Walk side to side, bringing your feet together with every step. As this becomes stronger and more comfortable, work towards crossing over the other foot and speeding up as able. 6. Return to running: Running on grass with shoes on/off and trail running (with shoes please!) increases the ability of your muscles to stabilize the ankle and respond quicker to unforeseen surface alterations. Such cross training will help prevent an acute ankle sprain from becoming a chronic or recurring problem. Incorporating these exercises may be easier this time of year as we finish our racing season and prepare for next year. Dr. Ken Sheridan is a certified chiropractic sports physician who specialized in the treatment and rehabilitation of sports injuries at Active Care Chriopractic and Rehab in Golden. He can be reached at 303-279-0320.

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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 be featured in Colorado Runner magazine and the top three runners in each division will receive awards from the Boulder Running Company.

Criteria used in determining Racing Series races (in this order): 1. Location 2. Race organization 3. Race distance 4. Date of the race 5. Quality of the field 6. Size of the race

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January 14

Oatmeal Festival

Lafayette

January 28

The Best XC Race On The Planet!

4 Mile

Boulder

February 12

Valentineâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day 5K

Denver

March 5

Spring Runoff

10 Mile

Pueblo

March 12

Runninâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; of the Green

Denver

April 22

Horsetooth Half Marathon

Half Marathon

Ft. Collins

April 29

Greenland Trail Races

Greenland

May 7

Colorado Marathon

Marathon

Ft. Collins

June 3

Teva Spring Runoff

10K

Vail

June 11

Garden of the Gods 10M

10 Mile

Colorado Springs

June 18

Estes Park Marathon

Marathon

Estes Park

July 4

Race For The Cure

Greeley

July 16

Barr Trail Mountain Race

12M

Manitou Springs

August 6

Evergreen Town Race

10K

Evergreen

September 4

American Discovery Trail Marathon

Marathon

Colorado Springs

September 24

Boulder Backroads

Half Marathon

Boulder

October 29

Halloween Hustle

Denver

November 11

Rim Rock Run

37K

Grand Junction

Racing Series Scoring In each race, points will be awarded to the top 10 male and female finishers in all divisions. The open division is for runners aged 39 and under. The masters divsion is for runners 40-49. The grand masters division is for runners aged 50-59. The seniors divsions is for runners 60 and over. Runners may participate in as many races as they choose. For races with multiple starts, finish time will be used to calculate points. If a race has scoring trouble, it may be removed from the series. For races with multiple events, only the events listed will be scored. Your division is based on the first race of the year that you score in.

Scoring System Place All Divisions

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USATF New Mexico 5K Championship Held at the Whole Enchilada Fiesta

he Whole Enchilada Fiesta, known locally as TWEF, (rhymes with sniff), is held annually in Las Cruces, New Mexico, during the last weekend of September. The 26th Annual celebration occurred on September 22-24 with an estimated attendance of 40,000 people. The highlight of the event is the preparation of a giant enchilada by local restaurateur, Roberto Estrada. His Guinness Book of World Records Certificate says: “The largest three-layered enchilada has a world record circumference of 33.89 feet, with a diameter of 10 feet, five inches. Made by Roberto V. Estrada of Las Cruces, New Mexico, on 8 October 2000.” The enchilada wasn’t always this big; it just grew with the passage of time and a growing audience. Ingredients include: 750 pounds of ground corn, 75 gallons of Roberto’s Signature red chile sauce, 175 pounds of grated cheese, and 50 pounds of chopped onions. Try to picture a circular frying pan ten feet in diameter. And, of course, we eat the whoooole thing. Professional singers and entertainers on three stages, a parade, carnival, motorcycle show, car show, horseshoes and huachas, boxing and kickboxing tournaments, food, beverages, pet parade, foot races, and over 100 specialty booths keep everyone busy. A 5 kilometer run and a one mile fun run, open to all comers, is hosted by the Mesilla Valley Track Club and the City of Las Cruces Recreation Section. The two races have a de-

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voted group of followers. The courses are certified and the event is sanctioned by USA Track and Field. The New Mexico Association has designated the 5K race as a state championship. It is also the fifth race of the New Mexico Gran Prix, a road race series at all of the standard road distances. The 5K is a three-lap, spectatorfriendly course. Coaches, officials, parents, and other athletes watch the events with great enthusiasm. In spite of a hill on each lap, several participants in each event come in at a pace of less than six minutes per mile. We watch the aspiring young runners and try to give them every opportunity for support and guidance in their running careers. RESULTS: 5K Overall male: Eddie Lopez (21) Las Cruces, 17:00; Second: Tom Hauser (48) Deming, NM, 18:21; Third: Rob Humphreys (18) Las Cruces, 18:37 Overall female: Kendra Sullivan (23) Las Cruces, 20:32; Second, Susan Wood (40) Las Cruces, 23:05; Third: Teresa Brobeck (47) Las Cruces, 23:33 13 & under male: Jaime McCarthy (12) Tyrone, NM, 22:54; Aeneas Reynolds (9) Las Cruces, 24:42; Payton Reynolds (11) Las Cruces, 24:48 14-18 male: Steven Gallegos (16) Las Cruces, 20:09; Ryan Reynolds (16) Las Cruces, 21:03; Issac Armistead (17) Las Cruces, 23:48 19-24 male: Stephen Danner (19) 19:03; John Holguin (24) Las Cruces, 19:07; John Humphreys (21) Las Cruces, 20:20 25-29 male: Blaine Thomas (29) Las Cruces, 21:24, Daniel Cuaron (29) Las Cruces, 25:03; Stan Engle (28) Las Cruces, 28:15; 30-34 male: Jeff Brach (31) Las Cruces, 21:42; Bobby Harrison (31) 21:54; Ben Aranda (30) Las Cruces, 23:56 35-39 male: Jess Lilley (39) Las Cruces,18:50; Randy Castellano (35) Las Cruces, 20:19; Robert Park (36) El Paso, TX, 21:38 40-44 male: David Henke (43) Las Cruces, 20:14; Todd Minners (42) Las Cruces, 21:48; Steve Hanson (40) Las Cruces, 22:29 45-49 male: Daniel Armistead (46) Las Cruces, 20:44; Rich Black (48) Las Cruces, 21:02; Ken Van Winkle (49) Las Cruces, 24:21 50-54 male: Alfred Perez (50) Las Cruces, 24:57; Jules Simon (50) Las Cruces, 26:14; Luis Martinez (51) Las Cruces, 27:19 55-59 male: Tomas Enriquez (55) Las Cruces, 20:25; Ron Davis (59) Las Cruces, 22:40; Clifford Cole (58) Las Cruces, 24:15 60-69 male: Tony Anaya (62) Las Cruces, 20:49; Bob Leonard (62) Bayard, NM, 21:32; John LeRoy (69) Las Cruces, 23:31

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Xavier Armitage places second in the one mile race. 70 & over male: Chris Noble (71) Las Cruces, 26:45; Donald Navrkal (75) El Paso, TX, 32:07; Alex Burr (75) Las Cruces, 33:49 13 & under female: Kaycee Davis (13) Las Cruces, 27:58; Baylee Davis (11) Las Cruces, 28:33 19-24 female: Melanie Williams (19) Las Cruces, 24:29; Audrey Trevizo (24) Las Cruces, 27:07; Bridget Perrault (19) Las Cruces, 29:52 25-29 female: Serenna Johnson (29) Las Cruces, 28:22; Patricia Murray (29) Las Cruces, 33:10; Maria Mendez (29) Las Cruces, 42:18 30-34 Female: Jennifer Pokorski (31) Las Cruces, 25:27; Rachelle Colquitt (32) Chaparral, NM, 25:43; Jody Marie Pirtle (34) Douglas, AZ, 26:01 35-39 female: Melissa Johnson (36) Las Cruces, 27:04; Wendy Harless (36) Las Cruces, 31:51; Rebecca Lescombes (36) Deming, NM, 34:40 40-44 female: Monica Reynolds (41) Las Cruces, 24:00; Christine Wright (44) Las Cruces, 27:36; Beth Fant (44) Las Cruces, 28:32 45-49 female: Kate Simon (49) Las Cruces, 24:23; Bobbie Wright (47) Las Cruces, 25:54; Claudia Leonard (45) Bayard, NM, 27:03 50-54 female: Veronica Perez (53) Las Cruces, 30:03; Susie Barry (51) Herndon, VA, 32:19; Anna Brewbaker (51) Las Cruces, 33:38 Eddie Lopez wins 55-59 female: Nadine Mahres (57) Las Cruces, both races. 29:55; Gloria Avalos (58) Mimbres, NM, 36:54 60-69 female: Colette Meltzer (69) Las Cruces, 27:27; Olga Dominguez (60) Las Cruces, 35:05 1-Mile Overall male: Eddie Lopez (21) Las Cruces, 05:11; Xavier Armitage (14) Las Cruces, 05:48 Overall female: Dollty Rosas (12) Las Cruces, 07:48; Angelica Fernandez (9) WSMR, NM, 09:15

Hussein Wins USA Marathon Championships

Returning men’s open and masters champion Mbarak Hussein of Albuquerque ran 2:13:52 to successfully defend both titles and two-time Olympian Marla Runyan of Eugene, Oregon dominated the women’s field running 2:32:17 at The Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon, host of the USA Marathon Championships in Minneapolis in October. Despite the cool, dry conditions that met the sell-out crowd of 10,500 at the start, the men’s lead pack of nearly 25 cruised through the first mile in only five minutes, 25 seconds, before hometown favorite Jason Lehmkuhle took charge with a 4:45 second mile. Running on his own, the Team USA Minnesota athlete opened a 20 second lead by five miles over a chase pack that included new American citizen Simon Sawe of Albuquerque, first-time marathoner Fasil Bizuneh of Bristol, Virginia; and 2003 USA Marathon Champion Ryan Shay of East Jordan, Michigan. Once the chase pack joined Lehmkuhle at seven and a half miles, Hussein’s title defense looked to be in jeopardy as he ran 50 meters behind the leaders, struggling to warmup. Having suffered with a hamstring injury for most of the summer, Hussein chose to remain cautious for two more miles before he began to make an effort to establish contact with the front group. Crossing Lake Nakomis between 11 and 12 miles, Bizuneh was feeling confident enough to flash a thumbs-up to the pace car while Hussein was noticeably less comfortable having just joined the leaders. As the group of five steadily made their way through the remaining portion of the Minneapolis section of the course, maintaining a rhythm between 5:00 and 5:10 per mile, Shay began to drop off and soon found himself ten seconds behind the leaders at about 17 miles. Crossing the Mississippi River at 19 miles, he managed to rejoin the leaders and quickly made his way to the front in an attempt to make his run at a second marathon title. With the course running along the river, the leaders began the steady climb into St. Paul. By 20 miles, Bizuneh began to lose his grip on the lead pack and quickly faded from

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view. Less than a half mile later, Lehmkuhle would falter. Approaching 21, Shay appeared to be in control, while Sawe trailed by a step and Hussein still seemed to be uncomfortable but somehow managed to hang on. Despite the 22nd and 23rd miles passing in 5:25 and 5:28 respectively, Shay found himself beginning to fade as Sawe and Hussein began their duel up Summit Avenue. As the pair made their way towards the finish at the State Capitol, Hussein made one last effort to pull clear of Sawe for a 17-second win. Shay held on to run 2:14:58 for third. Chris Lundstrom of Minneapolis, Minnesota came from ninth at half-way to finish fourth in 2:17:34 and Bizuneh held on to fifth in 2:18:14. In the women’s race, the heavily favored Runyan took charge early and never looked back. By 10K she had a 36 second lead over Mary Akor of Gardena, California and another 30 seconds on Maggie Chan-Roper of Shaw Air Force Base, South Carolina. Runyan passed the half-way mark in 1:14:20 to open a comfortable lead of one minute, 46 seconds on Akor, while Zoila Gomez of Alamosa had overtaken Chan-Roper to move into third. By 30K, Runyan’s lead over Akor had grown to nearly two minutes and Gomez was making a move to close to within 12 seconds of second place. Despite temperatures rising towards the 70’s, Runyan began to slow but managed to hold on to most of her lead for a 1:33 victory over Akor, whose 2:33:50 was a personal best by 3:29. Running perhaps the biggest personal best of the day, Gomez turned in a 2:35:26 for a 6:16 personal best to finish third. Michelle Lilienthal of Iowa City, Iowa, the second U.S. woman at Boston earlier this year, also turned in a personal best to finish fourth in 2:35:51 and Turena Johnson Lane rounded out the top-five in 2:36:15. Hussein’s titles earned him a total of $39,000 in open and masters prize money and Runyan’s win was worth $30,000. Susan Loken of Phoenix, Arizona successfully defended her USA Masters Marathon title in 2:44:34, good for 15th in the women’s race. Loken earned a total of $9,000 for her performance. A total of 26 athletes qualified for the 2008 Olympic Trials Marathon with 11 men earning the right to compete at the trials in New York on November 3, 2007 and 15 women qual-

ifying for the their trials in Boston on April 20, 2008. The fields for the 25th annual event featured open and masters division championships for U.S. men and women. This year’s event was the sixth time that The Medtronic Twin Cities Marathon has hosted the championships.

Ben Johnson (front) and Dustin Martin help Albuquerque Academy win the Liberty Bell Invitational. The high school cross country meet was held at Heritage High School in Littleton, Colorado on September 15. Topperforming teams from four different states competed in the event.

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5430 Triathlon Ends Great Tri Series

5430 Triathlon August 13, 2006 Boulder, CO A personal account by Diana Hassel

Race morning brought perfect weather. It was cool with occasional cloud cover. The swim went well, but the sun was shining brightly into our eyes, so it was difficult to see the buoys. The entire pack had made a left turn before they should have, skipping a buoy, or so I thought. I stopped, looked around, and decided to make the extra trek out to the other buoy as I wanted to race legally. Then I noticed it had been put on top of a jet ski and was moving. At that point, I decided not to chase a moving buoy and moved back toward the rest of the pack. I definitely added in an extra detour over much of the pack. Next, I hopped out of the water and began my favorite leg, the bike. I hammered it the whole way for the most part, but never bridged up to a couple of gals in the 30-34 age group who were overall contenders for the series. Regardless, I posted my fastest ever half Ironman bike split of 2:27:51. Of course, the hard riding took a little toll on the run. The girl who won my age group smoked the bike course and placed second only to Joanna Zeiger, a world class triathlete and Olympian. Then she ran 7:20-per-mile pace on a not-so-speedy dirt and gravel course for the

half marathon. That made for tough competition in the 35-39 year age group. It was a fun day, with my master’s swim coach, Wendy Mader, taking her age group and the overall amateur title for the entire series, which comes with a $2,500 paycheck. This is a really amazing series of races, and I think it’s one of the best in the world. The schwag is awesome, especially if you can muster a top-three age-group finish among some of the top triathletes in the world. (I’m convinced they all live here in Colorado.) I’m four lift tickets to Steamboat Springs Ski Resort richer from two top-three finishes. I think that covers my entry fee and that doesn’t even include all of the extra race stuff you get, such as towels, technical t-shirts, and hats. 799 Finishers - Timing by: Timberline Timing - Weather: Sunny, 70 degrees - Elevation: Start/Finish = 5,400’ Male (Overall): 1. Craig Alexander, Boulder, CO, 3:55:18; 2. Cameron Widoff, Boulder, CO, 3:58:17; 3. Courtney Ogden, Boulder, CO, 4:03:03; 4. Nathan Kortuem, Colorado Springs, CO, 4:04:31; 5. Tim Hola, Highlands Ranch, CO, 4:09:34. Masters (40+): 1. Kevin Herbert, Aliso Viejo, CA, 4:21:47. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Michael Orendorff, Pueblo, CO, 4:49:13. Seniors (60+): 1. Simon Butterworth, Louisville, CO, 5:03:45. Female (Overall): 1. Joanna Zeiger, Boulder, CO, 4:27:34; 2. Marlo Crosby, Duluth, MN, 4:34:19 ;3. Tracy Stewart, Golden, CO, 4:37:08; 4. Carole Sharpless, Marietta, GA, 4:37:28; 5. Emily Deppe, Boulder, CO, 4:39:12. Masters (40+): 1. Terri Walters, Colorado Springs, CO, 4:48:51. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Marijke Zeekant, 4:56:04.

Diana Hassel at the Boulder Peak Triathlon.

Sprinting down the last hill to the finish. Indian Peaks 10K Trail Race August 26, 2006 Nederland, CO by Darren Eisman Silvio Guerra won his second La Sportiva/GoLite Front Range Frenzy event of 30

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the year, and Lisa Goldsmith won her third, as both cruised to course records on an unusually cold and rainy summer morning. Nearly 25 percent of the pre-registered runners chose to stay home, and they missed out on one of the best trail running venues on the Front Range - Eldora Mountain Resort, in Nederland. The pace went out hard, with twotime Boston Marathon runner-up Silvio Guerra taking the lead. Few questioned whether the Olympian from Ecuador would get the course record. The question was, by how much. The course climbed immediately up the bunny hill at Eldora, before taking runners on a rolling trek over logging roads and singletrack adjacent to the spectacular Indian Peaks Wilderness Area. Lisa Goldsmith was making her first appearance in her hometown race, but with two series wins under her belt, and a second consecutive Pikes Peak Ascent victory the week before, she was the race favorite. Neither disappointed, as Guerra clipped two minutes off the existing record to cross the line in 36:23, with Goldsmith winning the women’s race in 45:39. Yet the records weren’t the only story as the field behind these two was stacked. Geoff Williamson, winner of the inaugural Castlewood Cliffs 10K, Ricky Gates, and John Tribbia also dipped under the previous men’s record. The top three men and women took home gift certificates from series sponsor Boulder Running Company valued at $100, $50, and $25 respectively.

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The rain cleared early in the run, and made the post-race picnic an enjoyable one. Finishers were treated to fantastic party subs and the commentary of Dave Felkley as runners streamed across the finish line. The series point standings saw a change in race number four in the five race Front Range Frenzy trail series. A runner’s top three races counted toward the series standings, and this was Goldsmith’s third victory. With that, she locked up the series win, and the $500 prize, leaving the rest of the women to battle it out at the final race, the Barr Lake Boogie 15K. In all, the series awarded its top three male and female winners $1,800 in prize money. The age group winners received merchandise awards from series sponsor LaSportiva/GoLite. 165 Finishers - Timing by: Racing Underground - Weather: Cloudy, Light Rain, 40 degrees - Elevation: Start/Finish = 9,200’ Male (Overall): 1. Silvio Guerra, 37, Golden, CO, 36:23; 2. Geoff Williamson, 29, Boulder, CO, 38:17; 3. Rickey Gates, 17, Boulder, CO, 38:29; 4. John Tribbia, 24, Boulder, CO, 38:32; 5. Michael Selig, 28, Golden, CO, 39:04; 6. Andy Ames, 43, Boulder, CO, 39:15; 7. Ben Marvin, 25, Denver, CO, 39:56; 8. Frank Zoldak, 39, Boulder, CO, 41:17; 9. Peter Hegelbach, 42, Boulder, CO, 41:43; 10. Justin Mock, 24, Boulder, CO, 42:14. Masters (40+): 1. Andy Ames, 43, Boulder, CO, 39:15. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Buzz Burrell, 54, Boulder, CO, 46:35. Seniors (60+): 1. Jim Romero, 66, Denver, CO, 58:37. Female (Overall): 1. Lisa Goldsmith, 41, Nederland, CO, 45:39; 2. Susan Nuzum, 39, Boulder, CO, 48:15; 3. Bronwyn Morrissey, 40, Superior, CO, 49:16; 4. Sarah Pickering, 39, Erie, CO, 52:02; 5. Kristin Moreau, 39, Golden, CO, 52:07; 6. Jennifer Lee, 33, Fort Collins, CO, 52:54; 7. Loring Watkins, 23, Boulder, CO, 53:07; 8. Amie Bervy, 41, Longmont, CO, 53:10; 9. Kim McConnell, 38, Erie, CO, 53:24; 10. Karen Smidt, 39, Brighton, CO, 53:30. Masters (40+): 1. Lisa Goldsmith, 41, Nederland, CO, 45:39. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Susan Schulte, 50, Boulder, CO, 55:45. Seniors (60+): 1. Constance Ahrnsbrak, 66, Lakewood, CO, 1:11:46.

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New Course Records at Indian Peaks 10K

Pikes Peak Serves As Mountain Running Champs Pikes Peak Ascent and Marathon August 19 & 20, 2006 Manitou Springs, CO This year’s Pikes Peak Marathon hosted the third annual World Long Distance Mountain Running Challenge. The challenge is in effect the world championships of mountain trail running. There is a short course championships (held in Turkey this year) and a long course championships. The Pikes Peak Marathon has been named the “most difficult marathon in the world” by Runner’s World and was awarded the Race of the Year award in 2005 by Colorado Runner. It is the second oldest continuously running marathon in the U.S. and the first to allow women to compete in the marathon distance. This year, the king of the mountain, Matt Carpenter, took home yet another title. His

winning time of 3:33:07 was the second fastest marathon time he has run in the event. It was also his eighth title and a masters course record. Boulder’s Galen Burrell ran a huge PR, finishing second in 3:45:41. The women’s race saw one of the fastest races in the history of the event as past champion Danelle Ballengee of Dillon and Australian Emma Murray duked it out. Emma was first to the summit in 2:46:28. Danelle was six minutes behind. She would close that gap on the trip back to Manitou Springs, but could not run down the Aussy. Emma’s winning time of 4:21:09 was an age group record. Saturday’s Ascent was even closer as Simon Gutierrez of Alamosa out ran Scott Elliott and Daryn Parker to the top. All three runners finished within 37 seconds. Simon’s 2:18:06 masters record stood for one day as Carpenter broke the record in the marathon, running 2:08:27. The female race was just as exciting, as four runners dipped under three hours with Lisa Goldsmith crossing the line just ahead of Cindy O’Neill. 2333 Finishers (698 - Marathon, 1635 - Ascent) - Timing by: Pikes Peak Road Runners - Marathon Elevation: Start = 6,295’, Finish = 6,345’ - Ascent Elevation: Start = 6,295’, Finish = 14,110’

Kari Nelson finishes as the third female in the Marathon in 4:51:53.

Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Matt Carpenter, 42, Manitou Springs, CO, 3:33:07; 2. Galen Burrell, 27, Boulder, CO, 3:45:41; 3. Zac Freudenburg, 28, Saint Louis, MO, 3:54:01; 4. Ulrich Steidl, 34, Shoreline, WA, 3:56:37; 5. Miguel Lopez, 27, Tepatitlan Jal, MX, 4:00:13; 6. Anton Vencelj, 34, Sticna, SL, 4:06:59; 7. Bernie Boettcher, 43, Silt, CO, 4:08:09; 8. Daniel Bolt, 26, Wald, SW, 4:12:18; 9. Paul Koch, 38, Colorado Springs, CO, 4:14:13; 10. Erin Hutchinson, 37, Flagstaff, AZ, 4:14:51. Masters (40+): 1. Matt Carpenter, 42, Manitou Springs, CO, 3:33:07. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Trevor Jacobs, 54, Latham Act, AU, 4:49:38. Seniors (60+): 1. Jeffrey Dumas, 60, Boulder, CO, 6:01:59. Female (Overall): 1. Emma Murray, 28, Dickson, AU, 4:21:09;

Galen Burrell of Boulder finishes second in the Marathon in 3:45:41. 2. Danelle Ballengee, 35, Dillon, CO, 4:25:44; 3. Keri Nelson, 25, Gunnison, CO, 4:51:53; 4. Cheryl Stephenson, 39, Boulder, CO, 4:57:54; 5. Sarah Evans, 33, Alta, UT, 4:58:22; 6. Lisa Ledet, 45, Boulder, CO, 4:58:43; 7. Salynda Fleury, 21, Crested Butte, CO, 5:03:14; 8. Jennifer Leppert, 32, Colorado Springs, CO, 5:03:30; 9. Jane Tunnadine, 39, Gunnison, CO, 5:04:15; 10. Karen Brennan, 39, Castle Rock, CO, 5:14:37. Masters (40+): 1. Lisa Ledet, 45, Boulder, CO, 4:58:43. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Deanna McLaughlin, 50, Salt Lake City, UT, 5:49:21. Seniors (60+): 1. Jessie Quintana, 62, Pueblo, CO, 8:45:55. Ascent Male (Overall): 1. Simon Gutierrez, 40, Alamosa, CO, 2:18:06; 2. Scott Elliott, 42, Boulder, CO, 2:18:14; 3. Daryn Parker, 25, Manitou Springs, CO, 2:18:43; 4. Michael Selig, 28, Golden, CO, 2:21:41; 5. Andy Ames, 43, Boulder, CO, 2:27:03. Masters (40+): 1. Simon Gutierrez, 40, Alamosa, CO, 2:18:06. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Ed Baxter, 52, Colorado Springs, CO, 2:44:51. Seniors (60+): 1. Darrell Weaver, 60, Colorado Springs, CO, 3:21:57. Female (Overall): 1. Lisa Goldsmith, 41, Nederland, CO, 2:46:07; 2. Cindy O’Neill, 44, Colorado Springs, CO, 2:46:45; 3. Anita Ortiz, 42, Eagle, CO, 2:48:56; 4. Stephanie Jones, 36, Colorado Springs, CO, 2:50:09; 5. Rachel Foss, 26, Denver, CO, 3:06:23. Masters (40+): 1. Lisa Goldsmith, 41, Nederland, CO, 2:46:07. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Nancy Stevenson, 52, Golden, CO, 3:27:30. Seniors (60+): 1. Gail Carlson, 62, Longmont, CO, 3:35:05.

Newcomer Wins Leadville Trail 100 in Second Fastest Time Jeff Beuche of Denver on his way to a third place finish.

Leadville Trail 100 August 19, 2006 Leadville, CO This year, the Leadville Trail 100 was run under mostly overcast and rainy skies, helping to keep the temperatures in the low 40’s. Anton Krupicka of Colorado Springs had been training heavily for the event. Building up to the race, he won the Leadville Trail Marathon, the High Mountain Institute 50K, and the Estes Park Marathon. He had even enlisted the help of two of Leadville’s past champions for training advice - former course record holder Paul Dewitt and current course record holder Matt Carpenter. Running without a shirt for the entire race, Krupicka built a 33 minute lead over Steve Peterson of Lafayette by the 50 mile point. He would push that lead to almost two hours by the finish, crossing the line in 17:01:56, the second fastest time ever run. Diana Finkel of South Fork took a 20 minute lead at the 50 mile mark and made it almost three hours by the finish. Her time of 20:43:19 was good enough for seventh overall. The final finisher, Greg Peters of Colorado Springs, crossed the line in 29:58:44. In 1983, the first Leadville Trail 100

saw 45 runners take off towards the ghost town of Winfield from downtown Leadville. Only 10 finished. This year, almost 500 runners from 29 states and four countries ran in the 24th annual event, with 199 of them finishing under the 30 hour cutoff. Even the ultramarathon man himself, Dean Karnazas, finally was able to finish on his third try. Bill Finkbeiner of Auburn, CA crossed the finish line in 28:10:34. This was his 23rd time finishing the race! 199 Finishers - Timing by: Leadville Trail 100 - Weather: Cloudy, Light Rain, 35-50 degrees - Elevation: Start/Finish = 10,200’ Male (Overall): 1. Anton Krupicka, Colorado Springs, CO, 17:01:56; 2. Steve Peterson, Lafayette, CO, 18:47:13; 3. Jeff Beuche, Denver, CO, 19:53:30; 4. Harry Harcrow, Woodland Park, CO, 20:17:42; 5. Paul Adams, Crested Butte, CO, 20:19:22; 6. Bryon Powell, Arlington, VA, 20:42:26; 7. Karl Meltzer, Sandy, UT, 20:52:20; 8. Daniel Schmidt, Salida, CO, 21:17:50; 9. Scott Jamie, Highlands Ranch, CO, 21:27:28; 10. Ty Draney, Auburn, WY, 21:33:07. Masters (40+): 1. Steve Peterson, Lafayette, CO, 18:47:13. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Todd Holmes, Lakewood, CO, 22:04:12. Seniors (60+): 1. Stuart Nelson, Leadville, CO, 26:33:22. Female (Overall): 1. Diana Finkel, South Fork, CO, 20:43:19; 2. Jamie Donaldson, Littleton, CO, 23:22:49; 3. Darcy Africa, Boulder, CO, 23:53:48; 4. Lauren Adams, Park City, UT, 24:15:25; 5. Lorie Hutchison, Salt Lake City, UT, 24:45:25; 6. Susan Brozk, Albuquerque, NM, 24:49:32; 7. Julie Arter, Tucson, AZ, 27:12:01; 8. Judy DeWitt, Monument, CO, 27:20:30; 9. Michelle Schwartz, Ft. Collins, CO, 27:34:00; 10. Joy Robertson, Boulder, CO, 28:04:24. Masters (40+): 1. Lorie Hutchison, Salt Lake City, UT, 24:45:25. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Susan Gebhart, Penrose, CO, 28:06:51.

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Krupicka wins ADT Two Weeks After Leadville American Discovery Trail Marathon, Half Marathon and Ent 5K September 4, 2006 Colorado Springs, CO

Using the fitness he gained in training for the Leadville Trail 100, Anton Krupicka caught and passed early leader Josephus LeRoux in the last two miles and pulled away to win the ADT Marathon in 2:42:47, a new course record. Defending female champion Tania Pacev used a similar tactic, passing early leader Jamie Donaldson just after the halfway point and going on to win in 3:16:45, a new masters course record. This year, the ADT events saw tremendous growth with more than 200 people registered for the marathon. The half marathon grew 14% to 443 registrations, while the 5K grew 41% to 261 registrants. The event raised $4,325 for the YMCA program to combat childhood obesity. 830 Finishers (187 - Marathon, 407 - Half Marathon, 236 - 5K) - Timing by: Pikes Peak Road Runners - Weather: Sunny, 40-60 degrees - Elevation: Start/ Finish = 5,950â&#x20AC;&#x2122;

Anton Krupicka follows up his Leadville win with a win at ADT.

Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Anton Krupicka, 23, Colorado Springs, CO, 2:42:47; 2. Josephus LeRoux, 33, Colorado Springs, CO, 2:45:02; 3. Gerald Romero, 35, Colorado Springs, CO, 2:54:50; 4. John Victoria, 52, Loveland, CO, 2:58:20; 5. Jonathon Priebe, 24, Broomfield, CO, 3:00:30; 6. Thom Santa Maria, 42, Colorado Springs, CO, 3:00:41; 7. Carl Mather, 42, Highlands Ranch, CO, 3:01:36; 8. Kyle Beaird, 31, Denver, CO, 3:06:21; 9. Clark Sundahl, 36, Monument, CO, 3:06:27; 10. Derek Griffiths,

31, Littleton, CO, 3:08:44. Masters (40+): 1. John Victoria, 52, Loveland, CO, 2:58:20. Grand Masters (50+): 1. John Victoria, 52, Loveland, CO, 2:58:20. Seniors (60+): 1. John Wallace, 62, Silverthorne, CO, 3:45:59. Female (Overall): 1. Tania Pacev, 47, Littleton, CO, 3:16:45; 2. Angie Craig, 31, Arvada, CO, 3:21:34; 3. Jamie Donaldson, 31, Littleton, CO, 3:21:56; 4. Jessica Erickson, 28, Colorado Springs, CO, 3:38:20; 5. Mindy Kiepke, 36, Colorado Springs, CO, 3:38:46; 6. Sara Wulfkuhle, 31, Falcon, CO, 3:44:03; 7. Diane Ridgway, 57, Arvada, CO, 3:46:20; 8. Amy Yanni, 52, Rapid City, SD, 3:46:30; 9. Anita Fromm, 35, Manitou Springs, CO, 3:46:37; 10. Jenny Russell, 30, Colorado Springs, CO, 3:47:19. Masters (40+): 1. Tania Pacev, 47, Littleton, CO, 3:16:45. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Diane Ridgway, 57, Arvada, CO, 3:46:20. Half Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Omri Holzman, 27, New York, NY, 1:18:29; 2. Alex Hudgins, 23, Golden, CO, 1:18:33; 3. Matthew Cavanaugh, 27, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:20:47; 4. Steve Moon, 41, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:20:52; 5. Nathan Herschberger, 27, Highlands Ranch, CO, 1:21:19. Masters (40+): 1. Steve Moon, 41, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:20:52. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Rich Hadley, 50, Florence, CO, 1:29:40.1. Alan Feuerhaken, 61, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:54:57.1. John Wallace, 62, Silverthorne, CO, 3:45:59. Female (Overall): 1. Amy Regnier, 44, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:29:23; 2. Hannah Dietrich, 23, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:31:36; 3. Shannon Meredith, 35, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:32:46; 4. Kay Wendlandt, 42, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:34:32; 5. Joni Fehrenbacher, 43, Monument, CO, 1:35:28. Masters (40+): 1. Amy Regnier, 44, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:29:23. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Sharon Dieter, 52, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:46:25. Seniors (60+): 1. Sally Kennett, 64, Salida, CO, 2:03:24. 5K Male (Overall): 1. Steve Hackworth, 27, Larkspur, CO, 17:02; 2. Justin Ogle, 29, Highlands Ranch, CO, 17:13; 3. Lile Budden, 46, Colorado Springs, CO, 18:47; 4. Russ Nowels, 28, Colorado Springs, CO, 19:08; 5. Anthony Muller, 29, Aurora, CO, 19:59. Masters (40+): 1. Lile Budden, 46, Colorado Springs, CO, 18:47. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Dave Berge, 52, Colorado Springs, CO, 21:02. Seniors (60+): 1. Robert Ahlgren, 60, Monument, CO, 23:36. Female (Overall): 1. Maureen Nowels, 29, Colorado Springs, CO, 21:41; 2. Connilee Walter, 33, Colorado Springs, CO, 22:13; 3. Ingrid Hibbits, 39, Colorado Springs, CO, 22:42; 4. Jill Montera, 40, Pueblo West, CO, 22:46; 5. Sarah Newberry, 18, 23:08. Masters (40+): 1. Jill Montera, 40, Pueblo West, CO, 22:46. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Debra Hoke, 50, Colorado Springs, CO, 25:09. Seniors (60+): 1. Rose Birchfield, 63, Colorado Springs, CO, 31:03.

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Female Olympian Wins Marathon Outright GoLite Boulder Backroads Marathon & Half Marathon September 24, 2006 Boulder, CO

No one could keep up with Romanian Nuta Olaru at the 8th annual Boulder Backroads Marathon. Olaru, the 13th place finisher in the women’s marathon at the Athens Olympics, won the race in two hours, 43 minutes, 10 seconds. She had been training near Boulder and decided to run the race as a tune-up run for the Chicago Marathon. Steve Krebs, a 44-year-old former track runner for Colorado State University, was the first male across the finish line in two hours, 49 minutes, nine seconds. “My ego was completely aware of the fact she was ahead of me,” said Krebs, who has finished second at the marathon several times. But Olaru and Krebs weren’t the highlight of the day for many autograph-seeking fans. Famous “Ultramarathon Man” Dean Karnazes ran the race as part of his quest to run 50 marathons in 50 days in 50 states. Backroads was his eighth marathon in a row. He finished in 102nd place in a time of 3:46:56. Unfortunately, that wasn’t quick enough to beat ultrarunning rival Pam Reed. Michelle Finley of Ft. Reed outpaced Karnazes by just 14 seconds to earn $500 for charity. The donation was Collins finishes the Half offered by race director Lesley Kinder as a Marathon in 2:12:26. way to get the two to compete. Karnazes said he might have been a little bit faster if so many fans weren’t asking him to sign autographs at the start. More than 500 runners completed the full marathon and more than 2,000 runners finished the half marathon. Runners begin both races at the Boulder Reservoir and travel out through Boulder County’s beautiful countryside on mostly soft-packed dirt roads and quiet rural lanes, with views of Boulder’s Flatirons. 2,529 Finishers (505 - Marathon, 2,024 - Half Marathon) - Timing by: Boulder Road Runners - Weather: Sunny, 45 degrees - Elevation: Start/Finish = 5,190 Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Steve Krebs, Denver, CO, 44, 2:49:09; 2. Ken Wilson, Albuquerque, NM, 51, 2:54:34; 3. Scott Jaime, Highlands Ranch, CO, 37, 2:55:59; 4. Terry Haran, Boulder, CO, 56, 2:58:54; 5. David Wheeler, Boulder, CO, 48, 2:59:01; 6. Elliott Wright, Colorado Springs, CO, 24, 3:01:52; 7. Dale Petersen, Denver, CO, 50, 3:03:59; 8. Carl Mather, Littleton, CO, 42, 3:04:04; 9. Henry Guzman, Boulder, CO, 42, 3:05:29; 10. Craig Dever, Longmont, CO, 38, 3:08:05. Masters (40+): 1. Steve Krebs, Denver, CO, 44, 2:49:09. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Ken Wilson, Albuquerque, NM, 51, 2:54:34. Seniors (60+): 1. James Snow, Boulder, CO, 63, 4:14:47. Female (Overall): 1. Nuta Olaru, Longmont, CO, 36, 2:43:10; 2. Lorissa Kingsbury, Orchard, CO, 32, 3:14:22; 3. Jamie Donaldson, Littleton, CO, 32, 3:14:48; 4. Sara Werner, Denver, CO, 22, 3:23:19; 5. Elizabeth Helland, Colorado Springs, CO, 28, 3:24:30; 6. Sarah McCullough, Laramie, WY, 26, 3:30:01; 7. Michelle Dowling, Boulder, CO, 38, 3:34:54; 8. Rebecca Monahan, Boulder, CO, 34, 3:35:55; 9. Jessica Blackwood Miller, Leadville, CO, 28, 3:36:58; 10. Angelina Korb, Boulder, CO, 31, 3:38:32. Masters (40+): 1. Wendy Crandall, Fort Collins, CO, 54, 3:40:08. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Wendy Crandall, Fort Collins, CO, 54, 3:40:08. Seniors (60+): 1. Vici Dehaan, Boulder, CO, 71, 6:08:53. Half Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Humberto Zelaya III, Boulder, CO, 32, 1:11:13; 2. Peter Remien, Boulder, CO, 26, 1:12:45; 3. Frank Zoldak, Boulder, CO, 39, 1:14:29; 4. Brian Ream, Boulder, CO, 30, 1:15:14; 5. Lance Denning, Boulder, CO, 45, 1:15:45. Masters (40+): 1. Lance Denning, Boulder, CO, 45, 1:15:45. Grand Masters (50+): 1. John Victoria, Loveland, CO, 52, 1:23:04. Seniors (60+): 1. Rich Johnson, Estes Park, CO, 64, 1:42:14. Female (Overall): 1. Kate Smyth, Boulder, CO, 34, 1:17:10; 2. Kathleen Jobes, Bethlehem, PA, 36, 1:21:00; 3. Sarah Krakoff, Boulder, CO, 41, 1:25:59; 4. Lesia Atkinson, Boulder, CO, 40, 1:26:36; 5. Anuta Catuna, Longmont, CO, 37, 1:29:41. Masters (40+): 1. Sarah Krakoff, Boulder, CO, 41, 1:25:59. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Edie Stevenson, Boulder, CO, 57, 1:36:49. Seniors (60+): 1. Elisabeth Kandel, Lafayette, CO, 64, 1:55:19.

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took part in the 31st annual Governor’s Cup race. The popular event finishes with a celebration at the state capitol. The race is a benefit for the Prostate Cancer Education Council. The event is part of a national race series to increase awareness and early detection of prostate cancer and to educate men and their families on treatment options and other men’s health issues. One in six men will be diagnosed with prostate cancer in their lifetime and there will be more cases of prostate cancer than any other major cancer this year. 550 Finishers (269 - 10K, 281 - 5K) - Timing by: BKB Ltd. - Weather: Sunny, 45 degrees - Elevation: 10K Start = 5,405’, 5K Start = 5,325’, Finish = 5,265’

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10K Male (Overall): 1. Gannon White, 29, 32:54; 2. Chester Kurtz, 32, 33:01; 3. Bob Weiner, 41, 33:28; 4. Bruce Rahmig, 35, 35:36; 5. Runner Unknown, 99, 35:44; 6. Marc Johnson, 29, 35:53; 7. Steve Roch, 42, 37:03; 8. Adam Ridge, 26, 37:46; 9. Robert Hintermeister, 51, 37:57; 10. Jay Survil, 47, 38:17. Masters (40+): 1. Bob Weiner, 41, 33:28. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Robert Hintermeister, 51, 37:57. Seniors (60+): 1. Robert Hibschweiler, 60, 43:28. Female (Overall): 1. Jena Pohle, 40:12; 2. Barbarann Mallory, 47, 40:35; 3. Jennifer Valentine, 24, 42:11; 4. N. Gallegos, 38, 42:33; 5. Sara McCaffrey, 23, 42:41; 6. Alynn Park, 55, 44:32; 7. Sherry Buckner, 51, 44:44; 8. Amanda Nilsen, 26, 45:12; 9. Phyllis Gianfrancesco, 46:12; 10. Karen Vizyak, 35, 46:54. Masters (40+): 1. Barbarann Mallory, 47, 40:35. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Alynn Park, 55, 44:32. Seniors (60+): 1. Sondra Rostie, 62, 59:37. 5K Male (Overall): 1. Caleb Grinter, 26, 18:14; 2. Ed Steinhauser, 37, 18:30; 3. Dave Mittan, 41, 18:43; 4. Dean Bowman, 55, 18:48; 5. Ryan Wess, 27, 19:20. Masters (40+): 1. Dave Mittan, 41, 18:43. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Dean Bowman, 55, 18:48. Seniors (60+): 1. Ronald Davis, 62, 22:24. Female (Overall): 1. Rachel Luginbill, 36, 20:18; 2. Sarah Lewandowsi, 22, 20:26; 3. Deena Case, 45, 21:09; 4. Annie Ford, 25, 23:13; 5. Maria Stelacio, 34, 23:31. Masters (40+): 1. Deena Case, 45, 21:09. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Donna Martinez, 54, 26:17. Seniors (60+): 1. Judy Boresky, 63, 27:25.

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El Grito Race Celebrates 13th Year El Grito 5K September 10, 2006 Denver, CO by Jerry O’Donnell Nearly 300 runners and walkers participated in the 13th annual El Grito 5K. The event raises money for high school seniors who are pursuing cross-country running. A number of those awarded have graduated from area colleges, including CU and CSU, and two from North High School who recently attended Mesa State College. The start and post race fiesta were held at the historic Buckhorn Exchange Restaurant just off the Santa Fe Arts District in Denver. Runners were treated to breakfast burritos, Latin music, and one of the best door prize drawings of the year. This year’s overall male winner was Omar Martinez in a time of 15:15, while the top female was Diedre Matthews in 18:02. As in past years, the El Grito 5K presented unique tile awards. The tiles feature the Tarahumara Indian logo representing their endurance for which the Tarahumara’s are well-known for their athletic abilities.

Nearly 100 Ultrarunners Finish the Durango Double Durango Double - Marathon/Half Marathon & 50K/25K October 7 & 8, 2006 Durango, CO The Durango Double is a unique running event; it features both trail runs and road runs. On Saturday of race weekend the 25K and 50K trail events are held, and on Sunday the half marathon and marathon are run. And yes, many runners take on the challenge of running the Double. As in past years, the most popular Double was the 25K trail run followed the next day by the half marathon. However, nearly 100 ultrarunners took on the 50K and marathon. All Double finishers were rewarded with Mesa Verde-style plates commemorating their achievement. This year the trails were muddy, but in good shape considering there had been enough rain to move the Animas River from 500 cubic feet per second to over 6,000 cfs. The rising river provided a free Jeff Fultz and Janet Hayes of New shoe wash for runners as they Mexico finish the half marathon. finished the trail run along the Animas River which rose over the trail during the race. Logistical issues with traffic control equipment forced a last minute course change for the marathon and half marathon. Volunteer crews worked through the night to measure, mark and set up an alternate course utilizing the Animas River Trail. Many runners who have run this race previously commented that they enjoyed the Animas River Trail course more than the traditional road course. The loop course provided abundant crowd support and aid stations and the camaraderie of seeing other runners along the route was inspiring. As is tradition with the Durango Double, all runners were fed and provided with all-you-can drink Durango microbrews on both days following the races. On Sunday at the post-race party, the presenting sponsor of the road runs, Steamworks Brewing, served up their traditional October specialty Marathon Ale along with cheeseburgers.

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804 Finishers (86 - 50K, 210 - 25K, 183 - Marathon, 325 - Half Marathon) - Timing by: The Athletes Edge 50K Male (Overall): 1. Paul Reich, 47, 4:19:46; 2. Steven Richard, 24, 4:26:35; 3. Steve Luckey, 34, 4:45:10; 4. Charles Corfield, 47, 4:47:03; 5. Greg Buis, 30, 4:50:13. Masters (40+): 1. Paul Reich, 47, 4:19:46. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Frank Bozanieh, 62, 5:30:51. Seniors (60+): 1. Frank Bozanieh, 62, 5:30:51. Female (Overall): 1. Marisa Asplund, 29, 4:28:18; 2. Elinor Fish, 31, 5:18:04; 3. Gayle Zorrilla, 35, 5:18:55; 4. Jill Floyd, 43, 5:21:46; 5. Robin Halloran, 33, 5:23:10. Masters (40+): 1. Jill Floyd, 43, 5:21:46. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Leslie Hale, 54, 6:42:27. 25K Male (Overall): 1. David Buck, 35, 1:50:48; 2. Hyde Westcott, 36, 1:51:53; 3. John Paladino, 41, 1:56:34; 4. Michael Hoog, 42, 1:57:38; 5. Greg Weix, 36, 1:59:40. Masters (40+): 1. John Paladino, 41, 1:56:34. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Dean Buzbee, 51, 2:03:53. Seniors (60+): 1. Stephen Mardyniak, 61, 2:37:20. Female (Overall): 1. Keri Nelson, 25, 2:02:19; 2. Kristin Danielson, 25, 2:10:01; 3. Pam Reed, 45, 2:14:14; 4. Janelle Stewart, 30, 2:14:30; 5. Holly Klamer, 23, 2:16:13. Masters (40+): 1. Pam Reed, 45, 2:14:14. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Marjorie Brinton, 50, 2:44:59. Seniors (60+): 1. Emily Irwin, 60, 3:14:28. Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Joseph Grindstaff, Los Alamos, NM, 28, 2:41:58; 2. Greg Mikesell, 40, 2:54:10; 3. Ambrose Pena, Albuquerque, NM, 41, 3:00:30; 4. Hank Elgin, San Luis Obispo, CA, 25, 3:03:38; 5. Brian Dunfey, 47, 3:06:00. Masters (40+): 1. Greg Mikesell, 40, 2:54:10. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Terry Pescosolido, 50, 3:34:37. Seniors (60+): 1. Glen Walker, 64, 4:21:55. Female (Overall): 1. Michelle Kelley, 36, 3:02:11; 2. Keri Nelson, Gunnison, CO, 25, 3:13:59; 3. Lisa Loughran, 43, 3:23:48; 4. Gayle Zorrilla, 35, 3:27:17; 5. Jennifer Gillespie, 37, 3:38:41. Masters (40+): 1. Lisa Loughran, 43, 3:23:48. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Amy Yanni, Rapid City, SD, 52, 3:43:16. Seniors (60+): 1. Marnie Kerley, 60, 5:34:25. Half Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Dave Heald, Durango, CO, 27, 1:17:55; 2. Ricky Denesik, 47, 1:19:15; 3. Chip Cooper, 32, 1:19:40; 4. Tim Newell, Albuquerque, NM, 46, 1:20:21; 5. Curley Lavar, Ganado, AZ, 26, 1:22:59. Masters (40+): 1. Ricky Denesik, 47, 1:19:15. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Thomas Bliss, 50, 1:42:44. Seniors (60+): 1. Stephen Mardyniak, 61, 1:46:20. Female (Overall): 1. Heidi Gober, 37, 1:29:19; 2. Holly Klamer, 23, 1:31:54; 3. Stephanie Anderson, Durango, CO, 29, 1:33:58; 4. Keely Malone, Castle Rock, CO, 26, 1:35:39; 5. Francesca Shaw, 34, 1:35:47. Masters (40+): 1. Kathy Maslowski, 40, 1:41:07. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Sue Humphries, 57, 1:43:52. Seniors (60+): 1. Carol Cowan, 63, 2:07:38.

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Runners head toward the finish of the Denver Marathon. Denver Marathon and Half Marathon October 15, 2006 Denver, CO by Regan Peterson The new Denver Marathon marked its first year by welcoming more than 4,000 runners to the Mile High City. The event included a marathon, a half-marathon, a four-person relay and the McDonald’s Mile Kids Race. The marathon portion of the event sold out its maximum marathon registration of 1,500 prior to race day, making it the largest marathon in Colorado. The Denver Marathon attracted runners from around the world, including 13 countries and 43 states within the continental United States, hundreds of spectators along the courses, local and national event sponsors and more than 600 volunteers who joined together to help make the event a huge success. Clint Wells of Superior took first place in the men’s marathon with a time of 2:28:36. Paul DiGrappa of Castle Rock took second with a time of 2:39:23 and Tony Roberts of Frederick rounded out the winner’s circle taking third place for a time of 2:41:08. In the women’s category, Taeko Terauchi of Tokyo took first place with a time of 2:51:35. Russian Elvira Kolpakova took second with a time of 2:55:35 and Brandy Erholtz of Bailey placed third with a time of 2:58:47. “We designed a course to distinguish the Denver Marathon from other marathons that included a beautiful scenic route for participants and high altitude conditions that challenged our 36

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The course highlighted 4364 Finishers (1187 - Marathon, 1861 - Half Marathon, 716 - Relay, 600 the cultural diversity of Denver’s communities Kid’s Mile) - ChampionChip Timing by: ChampionChip of the Rockies - Weather: by incorporating a mix of urban neighborhoods, Sunny, 65 degrees - Elevation: Start/Finish = 5,262’ with 936’ of gain in the shopping and restaurant districts, city parks and marathon and 716’ of gain in the half marathon residential areas. The race course had just a few Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Clint Wells, 31, Superior, CO, hills to challenge the runners and was certified 2:28:36; 2. Paul DiGrappa, 25, Castle Rock, CO, 239:23; 3. Roberts, 33, Frederick, CO, 2:41:08; 4. Mike Korir, 31, by USA Track & Field as a qualifier for the Bos- Tony Louisville, CO, 2:42:04; 5. Steve Roch, 42, Lafayette, CO, ton Marathon. 2:42:30; 6. Steve Krebs, 44, Lakewood, CO, 2:43:21; 7. Todd Local elite athlete and Olympian Alan Straka, 39, Boulder, CO, 2:46:29; 8. Sean Larkin, 28, Eagle, CO, 2:46:45; 9. Jim Hallberg, 28, Lamar, CO, 2:53:51; 10. Sean Culpepper from Lafayette, ranked the No. 2 Cronin, 21, Ft. Collins, CO, 2:55:18. Masters (40+): 1. Steve marathoner in the U.S. by Track & Field News, Roch, 42, Lafayette, CO, 2:42:30. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Ron 54, Highlands Ranch, CO, 3:09:28. Seniors (60+): took first place in the half marathon with a time Hendricks, 1. Ed Craighead, 63, Dalhart, TX, 3:23:55. Female (Overall): 1. of 1:04:52. Olympian Michael Aish of Gunni- Taeko Terauchi, 33, Tokyo, JPN, 2:51:35; 2. Elvira Kolpakova, 33, son took second with a time of 1:05:51 and Alex Derwood, MD, 2:55:35; 3. Brandy Erholtz, 29, Bailey, CO, 2:58:47; Tracy Stewart, 27, Golden, CO, 3:01:33; 5. Heather Hunt, 32, Hudgins of Golden rounded out the winner’s 4. Englewood, CO, 3:10:07; 6. Bridget MacKinnon, 29, Centennial, circle in third place in a time of 1:12:58. Dawn CO, 3:12:18; 7. Lyndsy Schultz, 25, Littleton, CO, 3:15:22; 8. Sara Fischer of Gillette, Wyoming won the women’s Whitis, 29, Ashland, OH, 3:17:56; 9. Janet Rooney, 43, Louisville, 3:19:24; 10. Gayle Zorrilla, 35, Denver, CO, 3:25:01. category in 1:29:20. Romanian Anuta Catuna CO, Masters (40+): 1. Janet Rooney, 43, Louisville, CO, 3:19:24. took second with a time of 1:31:05 and Kelly Grand Masters (50+): 1. Debbie Hoffmeister, 54, Salem, OR, 3:52:27.Seniors (60+): 1. Patty Corbitt, 62, Vail, CO, 5:07:08. Meeter of Denver, finished third in 1:32:23. Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Alan Culpepper, 34, Lafayette, Denver’s fastest relay team, titled Half CO, 1:04:52; 2. Michael Aish, 30, Gunnison, CO, 1:05:51; 3. “Top Five” placed first with a time of 3:02:25. Alex Hudgins, 23, Golden, CO, 1:12:58; 4. Craig Greenslit, 36, “Phidippides Track Club” took second in Berthoud, CO, 1:14:29; 5. Hans Bakker, 30, Loveland, CO, 1:18:06; 6. Justin Ogle, 29, Highlands Ranch, CO, 1:19:46; 7. Ken 3:05:58 and “70 FTS 557 FTS Sharkbait” won Soule, 44, Centennial, CO, 1:19:53; 8. Pat Sullivan, 30, Denver, CO, 1:22:23; 9. Andrew Holton, 38, Pine, CO, 1:22:54; 10. Cliff third with a team time of 3:13:40. 53, Elkhorn, NE, 1:23:06. Masters (40+): 1. Ken Holding the title as Denver’s fast- Karthauser, Soule, 44, Centennial, CO, 1:19:53. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Cliff est corporate relay team, a group of four run- Karthauser, 53, Elkhorn, NE, 1:23:06. Seniors (60+): 1. Charles ners from 4240 Architecture won with a time Drage, 63, Evergreen, CO, 1:36:23. Female (Overall): 1. Dawn 40, Gillette, WY, 1:29:20; 2. Anuta Catuna, 40, Denver, of 3:21:16. Businesses and organizations from Fischer, CO, 1:31:05; 3. Kelly Meeter, 37, Denver, CO, 1:32:23; 4. Jennifer around the state entered teams of four people to Sventek, 35, Bend, OR, 1:32:24; 5. Kara Diamond-Husmann, run the Denver Marathon Corporate Relay of 29, Denver, CO, 1:32:48; 6. Kelly Bassett, 23, Broomfield, CO, 7. Molly Kerin Kitashima, 32, Centennial, CO, 1:33:03; which 100 percent of the money raised will ben- 1:32:59; 8. Jennifer LaBaw, 24, Silt, CO, 1:34:44; 9. Rachel Luginbill, 36, efit Denver’s Road Home – Denver Mayor John Denver, CO, 1:36:46; 10. Ann Hubl, 27, Hebron, NE, 1:36:48. W. Hickenlooper’s 10-year plan to end home- Masters (40+): 1. Dawn Fischer, 40, Gillette, WY, 1:29:20. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Polly Zimmerman, 51, Golden, CO, 1:47:03. lessness. Seniors (60+): 1. Lola Ackerman, 61, Longmont, CO, 1:50:57. The McDonald’s Mile Kids Race had an overwhelming 600 regional kids participate in its one mile fun-run to promote active lifestyles in the state of Colorado. RonThe post race party was held at Civic Center Park. ald McDonald kicked off the kids race with a stretching hour to prepare the runners for the race. Approximately 100 participants in this year’s race represented charitable organizations which are expected to raise more than $150,000. These charities include the

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Tight Finish At DDRC Harvest Festival

Mike Korir outkicks Jared Scott at the finish of the 5 mile race. DDRC Harvest Festival 5M/3M September 10, 2006 Arvada, CO by Rick Granquist

The race began with the sun shining

and the temperature hovering around 65 degrees. Running through the streets and bike paths of Arvada, more than 250 people participated in either the 5 mile run or the 3 mile run/walk. Providing support to people with developmental disabilities, the fourth annual DDRC Harvest Festival Run attracted runners and walkers of all ages and capabilities. Unlike other races, entire families where able to participate, taking advantage of the $45 “family package” registration deal. In the 5 mile race, Mike Korir of Louisville outlasted a strong finishing kick by Jared Scott, a former University of Colorado Buffalo, as they both finished with a time of 25:17. Running on the flat, two loop course, Mike and Jared traded off the lead as they battled for the $100 first prize. Mike opened up the lead during the last half mile, but a strong finish had Jared come up only a stride short. Jared did receive $50 for his effort. In the women’s 5 mile race, Tania Pacev of Littleton beat two time champion Peggy Muhn of Wheat Ridge, 34:06 to 35:08. In the 3 mile event, Bill Smitham and Tiffany Raver each won $50 for their efforts, beating their closest competitors by over one minute. The first two finishers in each age category received a framed, ceramic medallion made by individuals receiving services in DDRC’s programs. Post race activities included music, awards, door prizes, massage, and a free pancake breakfast. Race finisher Sheila Stanley

said, “I do these events all the time and this one was memorable. The massage was great. The pancakes were wonderful. The way you had the breakfast set up, I was able to meet people I didn’t know. I definitely want to come back again next year.” 206 Finishers (91 - 5M, 115 - 3M) - Timing by: DDRC - Weather: Sunny, 65 degrees 5M Male (Overall): 1. Mike Korir, 31, Louisville, CO, 25:17; 2. Jared Scott, 24, Boulder, CO, 25:17; 3. Chris Spitz, 42, Berthoud, CO, 28:52; 4. Adam Jones, 31, Arvada, CO, 29:47; 5. Ralph Loeffler, 34, Erie, CO, 30:33; 6. Craig Cary, 45, 31:48; 7. Rich Hadley, 50, Florence, CO, 32:57; 8. Todd Burgess, 37, Golden, CO, 33:11; 9. Gene Wassman, 42, Denver, CO, 33:58; 10. Tom Turk, 33, 34:12. Masters (40+): 1. Chris Spitz, 42, Berthoud, CO, 28:52. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Rich Hadley, 50, Florence, CO, 32:57. Seniors (60+): 1. Robert Fancher, 66, Arvada, CO, 44:27. Female (Overall): 1. Tania Pacev, 47, Littleton, CO, 34:06; 2. Peggy Muhn, 54, Wheat Ridge, CO, 35:08; 3. Marybeth Allen, 32, Arvada, CO, 37:18; 4. Stefanie Metcalf, 23, 40:03; 5. Lindsay Bollwahn, 30, Aurora, CO, 40:15; 6. Maria Stelacio, 34, Arvada, CO, 40:49; 7. Tanya Pomponio, 37, Wheat Ridge, CO, 41:04; 8. Susan Hartley, 46, Wheat Ridge, CO, 41:31; 9. Linda Roemish, 45, Lakewood, CO, 41:41; 10. Megan Tomeo, 25, Arvada, CO, 42:20. Masters (40+): 1. Tania Pacev, 47, Littleton, CO, 34:06. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Peggy Muhn, 54, Wheat Ridge, CO, 35:08. Seniors (60+): 1. Grace Dyck, 65, Granby, CO, 46:22. 3M Male (Overall): 1. Bill Smithham, 62, 21:38; 2. Zachary Petrie, 10, Arvada, CO, 22:52; 3. David Wyperd, 14, Arvada, CO, 25:40; 4. Chris Hull, 49, Westminster, CO, 27:54; 5. Eric Bryan, 34, Westminster, CO, 28:05. Masters (40+): 1. Bill Smithham, 62, 21:38. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Bill Smithham, 62, 21:38. Seniors (60+): 1. Bill Smithham, 62, 21:38. Female (Overall): 1. Tiffany Raver, 32, 23:14; 2. Lauren Dennis, 25, Denver, CO, 25:30; 3. Katie Kenner, 32, Arvada, CO, 25:45; 4. Kathy Hull, 50, Westminster, CO, 26:10; 5. Donna Valori, 49, Golden, CO, 27:45. Masters (40+): 1. Kathy Hull, 50, Westminster, CO, 26:10. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Kathy Hull, 50, Westminster, CO, 26:10. Seniors (60+): 1. Dorothy Reid, 63, Arvada, CO, 31:21.

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>> RACING SERIES RESULTS << Through the Boulder Backroads Half Marathon Open (39 & Under) Men

Masters (40-49) Men

1. Peter Vail, Boulder, 360 2. Anton Krupicka, Col Springs, 200 2. Scott Lebo, Colorado Springs, 200 2. John Suspic, Boulder 5. Chris England, Superior, 170 5. Peter Remien, Boulder, 170 5. Gannon White, Greeley, 170 8. Austin Vigil, Ft. Collins, 150 All others with 120 or less points

1. Erik Packard, Grand Junction, 1110 2. Andy Ames, Boulder, 380 2. Keith Johnson, Littleton, 380 4. Thom Santa Maria, Col Spgs, 250 5. Danny Miller, Boulder, 220 6. Michael Hagen, Col Springs, 210 7. Matt Carpenter, M Springs, 200 7. Hans Funke, Englewood, 200 8. Rob Pyzel, Frisco, 180 All others with 160 or less points

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1. Shannon Meredith, C Springs, 150 2. Jocelyn Petrella, Denver, 150 3. Elizabeth Watkins, C Springs, 150 4. Brooke Kish, Evergreen, 140 5. Kelly Ryan, Lakewood, 140 6. Lynda Andros, Vail, 130 All others with 120 or less points

1. Tania Poel, Boulder, 780 2. Karen Voss, Denver, 280 3. Amy Regnier, Col Springs, 270 4. Jenny Weber, Greeley, 200 5. Sarah Krakoff, Boulder, 190 6. Jan Burger, Colorado Springs, 180 6. Tania Pacev, Littleton, 180 8. Cindy O’Neill, Manitou Springs, 170 All others with 160 or less points

There was a little movement in the men’s division as Anton Krupicka jumped into a tie for second with his victory at the ADT Marathon and Peter Remien moved up with his second at the Boulder Backroads Half. None of the female leaders participated in any events this period, so there is no change. If nobody runs in the next two events, we will not name an open winner in this category because of lack of participation.

Erik Packard continues his strong hold on the division. Thom Santa Maria jumped to fourth after his win at the ADT Marathon. Karen Voss moved up to second and Sarah Krakoff moved up to fifth after the Boulder Backroads Half

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Grand Masters (50-59) Men 1. John Victoria, Loveland, 1170 2. Dave O’Sadnick, Evergreen, 1000 3. Willie Pittenger, Boulder, 270 4. Dave Dooley, Erie, 260 4. Pablo Vigil, Loveland, 260 6. Les Noe, Boulder, 180 7. Bob Basse, Denver, 170 All others with 150 or less points Grand Masters Women 1. Polly Zimmerman, Golden, 820 2. Susan Hering, Boulder, 410 3. Peggy Muhn, Wheat Ridge, 300 4. Peg Roddy-Reeg, Col Springs, 200 5. Alynn Park, Denver, 190 6. Diane Ridgeway, Arvada, 180 7. Sherry Buckner, Firestone, 160 All others with 150 or less points John Victoria pulled slightly away in this category, thanks to wins at both the ADT Marathon and the Boulder Backroads Half. However, this is not over as there are still two events left and only 170 points separating the top two runners. In the female division, Alynn Park jumped onto the leader board after a strong second place finish at the Boulder Backroads Half Marathon.

Seniors (60 & Over) Men 1. Jim Romero, Denver, 890 2. Jack Barry, Littleton, 750 3. Larry Avery, Boulder, 480 4. Glen Neumann, Greeley, 260 5. Jeff Dumas, Boulder, 190 6. Arnie Willems, Laramie, 180 7. Glen Ash, Colorado Springs, 160 7. Jack Ramsey, Manitou Springs, 160 All others with 150 or less points Senior Women 1. Connie Ahrnsbrak, Lakewood, 660 2. Carol Shively, Longmont, 380 3. Myra Rhodes, Centennial, 360 4. Elisabeth Kandel, Lafayette, 160 5. Ginger Bryan, Ft. Collins, 140 5. Wanda Willems, Laramie, 140 All others with 130 or less points Jim Romero made a huge jump over Jack Barry this period. While Romero ran both the ADT Marathon and the Boulder Backroads Half, Barry remained idle, losing valuable points. Barry will have to come back during the final two events. Elisabeth Kandel jumped into fourth place in the women’s division with her win at the Boulder Backroads Half Marathon.

>> RACE RESULTS << 26:51. Female (Overall): 1. Amanda Occhi, 26, Manitou Springs, Live: 9.75" CO, 19:05; 2. Sheila Geere, 43, Colorado Springs, CO, 19:54; 3. Andrea Wagner, 26, Woodland Park, CO, 21:21; 4. Jamie Welch, 16, Divide, CO, 21:24; 5. Danielle Fleming, 29, Colorado Springs, CO, 21:45; 6. Christi-Marie Butler, 25, Colorado Springs, CO, 21:57; 7. Lori Flint, 40, Divide, CO, 22:51; 8. Tamara Rogers, 39, Monument, CO, 22:56; 9. Tami Oswald, 33, Woodland Park, CO, 23:05; 10. Kara Slavoski, 14, Monument, CO, 23:35. Masters (40+): 1. Sheila Geere, 43, Colorado Springs, CO, 19:54. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Terri Parker, 51, Woodland Park, CO, 27:15. Seniors (60+): No Finisers.

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10K Male (Overall): 1. Jason Delaney, 26, Colorado Springs, CO, 39:06; 2. Steve Marshall, 35, Frisco, CO, 42:10; 3. Garry Roseman, 35, Lakewood, CO, 42:11.Masters (40+): 1. Craig Cary, 45, Wheat Ridge, CO, 44:08. Grand Masters (50+): 1. George Greco, 58, Colorado Springs, CO, 53:12. Seniors (60+): 1. Charles Westley, 70, Arvada, CO, 56:48. Female (Overall): 1. Rene Vonder Haar, 41, Golden, CO, 51:26; 2. Margaret Pflueger, 42, 51:50; 3. Gail Miller, 28, 55:00. Masters (40+): 1. Rene Vonder Haar, 41, Golden, CO, 51:26. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Deborah Acree, 54, Littleton, CO, 59:40. Seniors (60+): No Finishers 5K Male (Overall): 1. Anders Englund, 14, Littleton, CO, 24:25; 2. Jesse Duhnkrack, 49, 24:29; 3. Ken Skelly, 52, 24:30; 4. Chad Bueller, 15, 24:31; 5. Steve Landess, 22, Denver, CO, 24:36; 6. Michael Morrissey, 28, Boulder, CO, 24:42; 7. Ryan Currie, 16, 25:07; 8. Jimmy Corso, 65, 25:08; 9. Jeff Desserich, 29, 25:11; 10. Benjamin McPhail, 37, Denver, CO, 25:15. Masters (40+): 1. Jesse Duhnkrack, 49, 24:29. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Ken Skelly, 52, 24:30. Seniors (60+): 1. Jimmy Corso, 65, 25:08. Female (Overall): 1. Sarah Stoneking, 27, 24:33; 2. Doreen Sumerlin, 43, Granby, CO, 25:10; 3. Cassandra Hardy, 10, Castle Rock, CO, 26:02; 4. Stacee Montague, 37, 26:44; 5. Michelle Kelble, 38, Golden, CO, 26:51; 6. Sara Lopez, 20, 26:53; 7. Jennifer Zanella, 42, Aurora, CO, 26:56; 8. Nicole McLaughlin, 23, Boulder, CO, 27:30; 9. Diane Wild, 57, Boulder, CO, 27:47; 10. Molly Funk, 18, Denver, CO, 28:14. Masters (40+): 1. Doreen Sumerlin, 43, Granby, CO, 25:10. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Diane Wild, 57, Boulder, CO, 27:47. Seniors (60+): 1. Dorothy Reid, 63, Arvada, CO, 33:22.

Male (Overall): 1. Marshal Haworth, 17:51; 2. Steve Cathcart, 18:42; 3. Nate Udel, 18:58; 4. Roy Troutman, 19:14; 5. Mike Hampton, 19:15; 6. Tanner Highfill, 20:13; 7. Kyle Fanning, 21:14; 8. William Harrison, 21:44; 9. Josh Grenz, 21:58; 10. Michael Harvey, 22:15. Masters (40+): 1. Steve Cathcart, 18:42. Grand Masters (50+): 1. John Lambert, 24:26. Seniors (60+): 1. John Lambert, 24:26. Female (Overall): 1. Angi Marr, 20:05; 2. Jennifer Harrison, 20:19; 3. Norma Rapagnani, 23:14; 4. Sandra Larson, 23:53; 5. Amy Battles, 24:24; 6. Kayli Changstrom, 24:42; 7. Julie Pitts, 25:02; 8. Jocelyn Johnson, 25:06; 9. Angie Wilson, 25:08; 10. Katie Briggs, 25:12. Masters (40+): 1. Norma Rapagnani, 23:14. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Ping Dou, 25:31. Seniors (60+): 1. Fay Di Zerega, 32:41.

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222 Finishers (64 - 10K, 158 - 5K) - Timing by: Pikes Peak Road Runners 10K Male (Overall): 1. Gerald Romero, 34, Colorado Springs, CO, 36:51; 2. Kevin Schwab, 17, Mustang, OK, 37:16; 3. Aaron Goble, 16, Mustang, OK, 40:41; 4. Ethan Holmes, 16, Mustang, OK, 41:43; 5. Jeff Pierce, 48, Colorado Springs, CO, 43:26. Masters (40+): 1. Jeff Pierce, 48, Colorado Springs, CO, 43:26. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Richard Park, 53, Colorado Springs, CO, 46:05. Seniors (60+): 1. Frank Willis, 63, Oklahoma City, OK, 53:43. Female (Overall): 1. Caroline Cretti, 22, Carbondale, CO, 39:31; 2. Jill Byler, 42, Colorado Springs, CO, 51:49; 3. Letitia Dawson, 25, Colorado Springs, CO, 51:52; 4. Katie Walker, 15, Woodland Park, CO, 52:06; 5. G Richardson, 51, Colorado Springs, CO, 52:07. Masters (40+): 1. Jill Byler, 42, Colorado Springs, CO, 51:49. Grand Masters (50+): 1. G Richardson, 51, Colorado Springs, CO, 52:07. Seniors (60+): 1. Karen Fady, 63, Colorado Springs, CO, 1:00:53. 5K Male (Overall): 1. Adam Rich, 25, Colorado Springs, CO, 15:57; 2. Greg Augspurger, 28, Manitou Springs, CO, 16:21; 3. Chris Blackburn, 16, Divide, CO, 17:34; 4. Peter Fleming, 45, Colorado Springs, CO, 17:37; 5. Fabian Orozco, 17, Colorado Springs, CO, 18:14; 6. Nathaniel Allen, 19, Jefferson City, MO, 18:34; 7. Ross Brown, 15, Woodland Park, CO, 19:04; 8. Lyle Budden, 46, Colorado Springs, CO, 19:14; 9. Jensen Ricks, 15, Woodland Park, CO, 19:22; 10. Rick Hessek, 40, Colorado Springs, CO, 19:25. Masters (40+): 1. Peter Fleming, 45, Colorado Springs, CO, 17:37. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Kent Bailey, 55, Woodland Park, CO, 22:18. Seniors (60+): 1. Max Armstrong, 73, Wichita, KS,

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>> RACE RESULTS << Katie Gold, 28, Park City, UT, 3:53:32; 6. Kris Best, 42, Heber City, UT, 4:11:38; 7. Lesley Rocwood, 34, Park City, UT, 4:13:21; 8. Megan McKenna, 24, Park City, UT, 4:15:03; 9. Kirsten Kotval, 36, Park City, UT, 4:17:31; 10. Senta Beyer, 36, Park City, UT, 4:18:12. Masters (40+): 1. Lisa Mills, 44, Aurora, CO, 3:43:14. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Debbie Wagner, 56, 4:48:02. Seniors (60+): No Finishers

Crossroads Half Marathon and 5K Ft. Collins, CO September 17, 2006 557 Finishers (433 - Half Marathon, 124 - 5K) - Timing by: RunLimited

New Mexico Marathon, Half Marathon, 5K Albuquerque, NM September 3, 2006 533 Finishers (210 - Marathon, 218 - Half Marathon, 105 - 5K) - ChampionChip Timing by: ChampionChip of the Rockies Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Kim Young, 25, Albuquerque, NM, 2:43:19; 2. Bryan Smith, 44, Thibodaux, LA, 2:48:19; 3. Tom Jacobs, 42, Kansas City, MO, 2:52:04; 4. James Boddy, 36, Abilene, TX, 2:58:53; 5. Steven Hillyard, 50, Katy, TX, 2:59:26; 6. Ken Hall, 42, Colleyville, TX, 2:59:29; 7. Scott Birk, 43, Austin, TX, 3:00:49; 8. Mark Barela, 27, Santa Fe, NM, 3:11:10; 9. Alejandro Pinedo, 27, Altamonte Springs, NM, 3:11:23; 10. Dane Rauschenberg, 30, Arlington, VA, 3:13:31. Masters (40+): 1. Bryan Smith, 44, Thibodaux, LA, 2:48:19. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Steven Hillyard, 50, Katy, TX, 2:59:26. Seniors (60+): 1. Roger Kramer, 60, Albuquerque, NM, 3:56:05. Female (Overall): 1. Michele Suszek, 24, Aurora, CO, 3:04:09; 2. Vanessa Berg, 27, Albuquerque, NM, 3:16:42; 3 Stefanie Tierney, 27, Albuquerque, NM, 3:25:50; 4. Marion Maillard, 20, Albuquerque, NM, 3:27:45; 5. Kerrie Sijon, 45, Greer, SC, 3:35:31; 6. Amy Yanni, 52, Rapid City, SD, 3:45:20; 7. Kimberly Culpepper, 39, Naples, FL, 3:45:55; 8. Bohannon Christy, 25, River Ridge, LA, 3:48:20; 9. Laura Salman, 44, Evans, GA, 3:48:42; 10. Emily Altman, 43, New York, NY, 3:50:19. Masters (40+): 1. Kerrie Sijon, 45, Greer, SC, 3:35:31. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Amy Yanni, 52, Rapid City, SD, 3:45:20. Seniors (60+): 1. Therese Jochum, 61, Mooresville, IN, 5:04:34. Half Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Eric Ollila, 32, Placitas, NM, 1:15:38; 2. Emil Ardelean, 39, Albuquerque, NM, 1:21:01; 3. Scott Valdez, 31, Espanola, NM, 1:26:13; 4. Thomas Kellner, 42, McKinney, TX, 1:29:52; 5. Eugene Wade, 45, Isleta, NM, 1:30:35; 6. John Baumann, 44, Albuquerque, NM, 1:33:15; 7. Kevin McGee, 29, Albuquerque, NM, 1:33:41; 8. Chris Dean, 51, Albuquerque, NM, 1:34:27; 9. Scott Mitchell, 32, San Fidel, NM, 1:35:04; 10. Tim Gallegos, 51, Los Alamos, NM, 1:36:03. Masters (40+): 1. Thomas Kellner, 42, McKinney, TX, 1:29:52. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Chris Dean, 51, Albuquerque, NM, 1:34:27. Seniors (60+): 1. Mike Burzynski, 67, Highlands Ranch, CO, 1:49:43. Female (Overall): 1. Danuta Teschner, 34, Albuquerque, NM, 1:24:53; 2. Shannan O’Brien, 41, Amarillo, TX, 1:36:42; 3. Liz Sponagle, 52, Santa Fe, NM, 1:36:47; 4. Nicky 0sking, 39, Albuquerque, NM, 1:46:57; 5. Kristi Fury, 26, Albuquerque, NM, 1:47:46; 6. Carol Davenport, 55, Santa Fe, NM, 1:47:51; 7. Chalouy Jermance, 54, Santa Fe, NM, 1:48:13; 8. Madonne Miner, 53, Lubbock, TX, 1:48:47; 9. Louise Hecht, 53, Littleton, CO, 1:49:17; 10. Erika Wise, 31, Tucson, AZ, 1:49:48. Masters (40+): 1. Shannan O’Brien, 41, Amarillo, TX, 1:36:42. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Liz Sponagle, 52, Santa Fe, NM, 1:36:47. Seniors (60+): 1. Conni Schlee, 65, Santa Fe, NM, 2:14:51. 5K Male (Overall): 1. Baldyga Krzystof, 34, Albuquerque, NM, 15:32; 2. Eric Rajala, 44, Albuquerque, NM, 17:09; 3. Stephen Jett, 43, Albuquerque, NM, 18:24; 4. Dan Marker, 54, Albuquerque, NM, 19:43; 5. Robert Barnes, 19, Benbrook, TX, 19:46. Masters (40+): 1. Eric Rajala, 44, Albuquerque, NM, 17:09. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Dan Marker, 54, Albuquerque, NM, 19:43. Seniors (60+): 1. Blandford Smith, 60, Albuquerque, NM, 23:22.

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Female (Overall): 1. Mari Ozaki, 31, Albuquerque, NM, 17:05; 2. Kaori Oyama, 23, Albuquerque, NM, 17:44; 3. Haruko Okamoto, 32, Albuquerque, NM, 17:59; 4. Chihiro Tanaka, 19, Albuquerque, NM, 18:14; 5. Emi Ikeda, 23, Albuqueque, NM, 19:04. Masters (40+): 1. Kathy Kirsling, 57, Tijeras, NM, 22:20. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Kathy Kirsling, 57, Tijeras, NM, 22:20. Seniors (60+): 1. Marte Adams, 60, Albuquerque, NM, 36:33.

KUVO Labor Day Race in the City 5.28K Denver, CO September 4, 2006 456 Finishers - Timing by: Rocky Mountain Road Runners - Weather: Sunny, 45 degrees - Elevation: Start = 5,310’, Finish = 5,325’ Male (Overall): 1. Brian Glotzbach, 31, Centennial, CO, 17:42; 2. Jon Urban, 38, Highlands Ranch, CO, 17:57: 3. Salim Haji, 35, Denver, CO, 18:34; 4. Randy Rodman, 44, Centennial, CO, 19:17; 5. Joseph Ruth, 37, Broomfield, CO, 19:41; 6. Ray Blum, 50, Denver, CO, 19:53; 7. Larry Steller, 39, Highlands Ranch, CO, 20:04; 8. John Reynolds, 11, Greenwood Village, CO, 20:21; 9. Ken Urban, 37, Aurora, CO, 20:39; 10. Dean Myers, 36, Golden, CO, 20:55. Masters (40+): 1. Randy Rodman, 44, Centennial, CO, 19:17. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Ray Blum, 50, Denver, CO, 19:53. Seniors (60+): 1. Bill Smitham, 62, Denver, CO, 22:26. Female (Overall): 1. Bridget MacKinnon, 29, Centennial, CO, 19:25: 2. Deb Cunningham, 44, Denver, CO, 21:36; 3. Sherry Zerr, 27, Denver, CO, 22:23; 4. Shannon Hoesing, 24, Denver, CO, 22:36; 5. Kirstin Boes, 31, Golden, CO, 24:04; 6. Cortney Pottey, 26, Denver, CO, 24:05; 7. Kristi Weltmann, 29, Park City, UT, 24:06; 8. Laura Polakowski, 37, Denver, CO, 24:35; 9. Amy Fletcher, 31, Denver, CO, 25:04; 10. Angela Powers, 39, Lakewood, CO, 25:28. Masters (40+): 1. Deb Cunningham, 44, Denver, CO, 21:36. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Helen Hertzog Mang, 52, Denver, CO, 25:33. Seniors (60+): 1. Carol Robbins, 64, Denver, CO, 29:32.

Mid-Mountain Marathon Park City, UT September 9, 2006 158 Finishers Male (Overall): 1. Kevin Sullivan, 35, North Andover, MA, 3:04:47; 2. Mike Bronn, 36, Park City, UT, 3:13:42; 3. Dominick Layfield, 34, Park City, UT, 3:14:34; 4. Ted Russell, 40, Park City, UT, 3:16:21; 5. Rob Macal, 41, Jackson, WY, 3:18:07; 6. Brian Beekstead, 24, Orem, UT, 3:25:57; 7. Bob Evers, 55, Park City, UT, 3:27:35; 8. Shawn Talbott, 39, Draper, UT, 3:35:36; 9. Scott Hoffmann, 31, Logan, UT, 3:36:04; 10. Jeff Bertot, 33, Salt Lake City, UT, 3:37:50. Masters (40+): 1. Ted Russell, 40, Park City, UT, 3:16:21. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Bob Evers, 55, Park City, UT, 3:27:35. Seniors (60+): 1. Jack Wheeler, 64, Reno, NV, 4:35:47. Female (Overall): 1. Sarah Evans, 33, Alta, UT, 3:38:24; 2. Lisa Mills, 44, Aurora, CO, 3:43:14; 3. Kristine Gewin, 33, Heber City, UT, 3:52:20; 4. Kate Moynihan, 36, Park City, UT, 3:52:49; 5.

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Jena Pohle wins the PACE Governor’s Cup 10K in 40:12.

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Runners at the start of the Mt. Rushmore Marathon in South Dakota. In the marathon and half marathons, three winners were from Colorado.

Half Marathon Male (Overall): 1. Austin Vigil, Ft. Collins, CO, 1:07:42; 2. Charles Kamindo, Boulder, CO, 1:07:47; 3. Mike Korir, Louisville, CO, 1:07:51; 4. Danny Mackey, Ft. Collins, CO, 1:10:42; 5. Ramiro Paris, Boulder, CO, 1:11:43; 6. Nicholas Mockeridge, Ft. Collins, CO, 1:13:05; 7. Justin Hurd, 1:13:13; 8. Brad Pace, Ft. Collins, CO, 1:17:55; 9. Todd Hagadone, Ft. Collins, CO, 1:18:40; 10. Richard Bishop, Cheyenne, WY, 1:18:54. Masters (40+): 1. Brad Pace, Ft. Collins, CO, 1:17:55. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Brad Pace, Ft. Collins, CO, 1:17:55. Seniors (60+): 1. Rick Keim, Boulder, CO, 1:39:06. Female (Overall): 1. Nikole Johns, Ft. Collins, CO, 1:19:18; 2. Kara Roy, Ft. Collins, CO, 1:20:47; 3. Tera Moody, Boulder, CO, 1:20:55; 4. Brandy Erholtz, Bailey, CO, 1:21:53; 5. Katie Mulholland, Boulder, CO, 1:24:11; 6. Katie Fether, Boulder, CO, 1:26:35; 7. Kim Vecchio, Ft. Collins, CO, 1:28:24; 8. Kristi Jordan, Niwot, CO, 1:29:39; 9. Katie Hegg, Boulder, CO, 1:30:20; 10. Erin Hallinan, Ft. Collins, CO, 1:31:58. Masters (40+): 1. Kristi Jordan, Niwot, CO, 1:29:39. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Jennifer Sullivan, Boulder, CO, 1:43:08. Seniors (60+): 1. Libby James, Fort Collins, CO, 1:47:54. 5K Male (Overall): 1. John Hussey, 16:57; 2. Doug Bell, Greeley, CO, 17:17; 3. Brian Murphy, Ft. Collins, CO, 17:26; 4. Ralph Loeffler, Erie, CO, 18:07; 5. Ivan Rivas, Ft. Collins, CO, 18:27; 6. Pablo Vigil, Loveland, CO, 18:34; 7. Benjamin Williams, Estes Park, CO, 18:42; 8. Bobby Sidelko, Greeley, CO, 18:42; 9. Steve Cathcart, Ft. Collins, CO, 18:45; 10. Jeffrey Nirtaut, Ft. Collins, CO, 18:54. Masters (40+): 1. Doug Bell, Greeley, CO, 17:17. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Doug Bell, Greeley, CO, 17:17. Seniors (60+): 1. Jim Ferguson, 25:06. Female (Overall): 1. Bree Edwards, Greeley, CO, 19:47; 2. Mary Shore, Ft. Collins, CO, 20:40; 3. Margaret Kritzer, Ft. Collins, CO, 20:53; 4. Marcie Glass, Ft. Collins, CO, 21:04; 5. Melissa Staley, Ft. Collins, CO, 21:16; 6. Allison Dyke, 22:46; 7. Maria Korb, Ft. Collins, CO, 23:22; 8. Anne Haywood, 23:55; 9. Ivy Levan, Ft. Collins, CO, 24:38; 10. Jackie Bernhardt, Johnstown, CO, 25:07. Masters (40+): 1. Mary Shore, Ft. Collins, CO, 20:40. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Maria Korb, Ft. Collins, CO, 23:22. Seniors (60+): 1. Helen Aponte, Loveland, CO, 35:08.

Our Great Race 5K Colorado Springs, CO September 23, 2006 49 Finishers - Timing by: Pikes Peak Road Runners Male (Overall): 1. Scott Nalbach, 30, Colorado Springs, CO, 19:12; 2. Scott Hulbert, 41, Colorado Springs, CO, 19:36; 3. George Greco, 58, Colorado Springs, CO, 21:57. Masters (40+): 1. Scott Hulbert, 41, Colorado Springs, CO, 19:36. Grand Masters (50+): 1. George Greco, 58, Colorado Springs, CO, 21:57. Seniors (60+): 1. Darrell Weaver, 60, Colorado Springs, CO, 22:58. Female (Overall): 1. Emily Brzozwski, 27, Colorado Springs, CO, 19:19; 2. Sharon Greenbaum, 43, Colorado Springs, CO, 23:53; 3. Kristin Korkowski, 33, Colorado Springs, CO, 24:03. Masters (40+): 1. Sharon Greenbaum, 43, Colorado Springs, CO, 23:53. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Cymmie Bailey, 56, Colorado Springs, CO, 32:22. Seniors (60+): 1. Julie Foster, 70, Colorado Springs, CO, 41:40.

Mayorâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Cup 5K Colorado Springs, CO September 30, 2006 253 Finishers (86 - 10K, 167 - 5K) - Timing by: Pikes Peak Road Runners Male (Overall): 1. Greg Augspurger, 29, Manitou Springs, CO, 15:29; 2. Adam Rich, 25, Colorado Springs, CO, 15:32; 3. Peter Flemming, 45, Colorado Springs, CO, 16:27; 4. J Braun, 22, 17:22; 5. Brian Kates, 35, 17:59; 6. S Mullrbrouck, 26, 18:25; 7. Lile Budden, 46, Colorado Springs, CO, 18:30; 8. Shad Shadwick, 40, 18:59; 9. Brian Goodack, 29, 19:46; 10. C White, 40, 20:01. Masters (40+): 1. Peter Flemming, 45, Colorado Springs, CO, 16:27. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Scott Palmer, 51, 20:35. Seniors (60+): 1. M Maloney, 70, 23:27. Female (Overall): 1. Amanda Occhi, 27, Manitou Springs, CO, 18:27; 2. Sheila Geere, 43, Colorado Springs, CO, 19:23; 3. K Aune, 26, 20:12; 4. C Butler, 20:15; 5. Danielle Flemming, 29, Colorado Springs, CO, 20:16; 6. Andrea Wagner, 26, 20:31; 7. Traci Winterbottom, 42, Colorado Springs, CO, 20:41; 8. Lori Flint, 41, 21:58; 9. Marilyn Goodloe, 44, 22:30; 10. Peg Roddy Reeg, 58, 23:32. Masters (40+): 1. Sheila Geere, 43, Colorado Springs, CO, 19:23. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Peg Roddy Reeg, 58, 23:32. Seniors (60+): 1. D Earle, 62, 50:54.

A pack of runners comes onto the warning track of Coors Field at the Fans on the Field 5K/10K. PPRR Fall Series #1 Colorado Springs, CO October 1, 2006

Two runners learn what real cross country is as they tackle the creek crossing at the Coal Creek Cross Country Challenge in Louisville.

301 Finishers - Timing by: Pikes Peak Road Runners - Weather: Sunny, 70 degrees 6K Male (Overall): 1. Scott Lebo, 40, Colorado Springs, CO, 26:33; 2. Gerald Romero, 35, Colorado Springs, CO, 26:58; 3. Brett Wilson, 38, Colorado Springs, CO, 27:56; 4. Rob Gilliam, 37, Colorado Springs, CO, 28:44; 5. Aaron Little, 18, USAFA, CO, 28:49; 6. Todd Murray, 43, Colorado Springs, CO, 28:54; 7. David Havlick, 41, Colorado Springs, CO, 29:03; 8. Kyle Reno, 24, Colorado Springs, CO, 29:08; 9. Chris Borton, 31, Golden, CO, 29:18; 10. Jarrett Hon, 31, Colorado Springs, CO, 29:23. Masters (40+): 1. Scott Lebo, 40, Colorado Springs, CO, 26:33. Grand Masters (50+): 1. George Greco, 58, Colorado Springs, CO, 33:48. Seniors (60+): 1. Darrell Weaver, 60, Colorado Springs, CO, 35:57. Female (Overall): 1. Andrea Wagner, 26, Woodland Park, CO, 32:56; 2. Elizabeth Tucker, 25, Colorado Springs, CO, 33:27; 3. Nicole Rosa, 46, Colorado Springs, CO, 33:33; 4. Kay Wendlandt, 42, Colorado Springs, CO, 33:48; 5. Tamara Rogers, 39, Monument, CO, 33:58; 6. Courtney Butler, 23, Colorado Springs, CO, 34:38; 7. Sharon Greenbaum, 43, Colorado Springs, CO, 35:22; 8. Diane Wright, 44, Colorado Springs, CO, 35:30; 9. Gina Garcia-Shaw, 39, Colorado Springs, CO, 35:58; 10. Anne Hatch, 39, Colorado Springs, CO, 36:20. Masters (40+): 1. Nicole Rosa, 46, Colorado Springs, CO, 33:33. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Carole Runnells, 54, Colorado Springs, CO, 42:29. Seniors (60+): 1. Martina Ritchie, 61, Colorado Springs, CO, 54:14.

CSU Homecoming 5K Ft. Collins, CO October 7, 2006 1531 Finishers - Timing by: RunLimited Male (Overall): 1. Peter Weber, 16:18; 2. John Nichols, 16:38; 3. Paul Brown, 16:58; 4. Brian Murphy, 17:31; 5. Ryan Beckett, 17:36; 6. Peter Williams, 17:43; 7. Benton Line, 17:55; 8. Riley Hestermann, 18:01; 9. Micah Mohler, 18:08; 10. Rick Bruess, 18:13. Masters (40+): 1. Peter Williams, 17:43. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Corey Wong, 19:31. Seniors (60+): 1. Don Van Dell, 21:50. Female (Overall): 1. Rebecca Fournier, 19:22; 2. Angi Marr, 19:27; 3. Margaret Canty, 19:48; 4. Erin Weber, 19:51; 5. Liz Kramer, 20:04; 6. Bobbie Erbes, 20:16; 7. Lorelei Clarke, 20:57; 8. Melissa Staley, 21:04; 9. Marilyn Stapleton, 21:07; 10. Lisa Sinclair, 21:08. Masters (40+): 1. Melissa Staley, 21:04. Grand Masters (50+): 1. Marilyn Stapleton, 21:07. Seniors (60+): 1. Suzy Rautenstraus, 32:46.

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Nov 11 Breckenridge Ale House Rim Rock Run 37K 8:00 AM Grand Junction, CO epeterso@mesa.k12.co.us 970-243-4055 www.rimrockrun.org Crossfest 9:00 AM Littleton, CO william@eclecticedgeracing.com 303-674-5446 www.eclecticedgeracing. com Denison Montessori Run for the Arts 5K 9:00 AM Denver, CO denison5k@hotmail.com 303-964-8805 Longmont Turkey Trot 10K/2M 9:00 AM Longmont, CO 303-651-8405 www.active.com Rock Slide Community 5K 9:00 AM Castle Pines, CO staff@bkbltd.com 303-694-2030 www.bkbltd.com Nov 12

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Colorado Springs, CO fallseries@aol.com 719-598-2953 www.pprrun.org Nov 18 Brighton Turkey Trot 5K 8:30 AM Brighton, CO 303-655-2221 www.active.com CMRA Chatfield 10M 9:00 AM Littleton, CO 303-765-5512 www.comastersrun.org On Eagles Wings 5K 8:30 AM Wheat Ridge, CO eagleswings5k@excite.com 303-422-0900 freewebs.com/eagleswings5k/ Strider Tom Turkey Prediction Run

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970-227-7384 www.active.com Reindeer Run 5K 9:00 AM Roswell, NM roswellrunnersclub@yahoo. com 505-627-5507 www.dfn.com/runners/ Rock Canyon Half Marathon 9:00 AM Pueblo, CO diazsd@aol.com 719-564-9303 www.socorunners.org Run For The Ages 15K 9:00 AM Littleton, CO william@eclecticedgeracing.com 303-674-5446 www.eclecticedgeracing. com Winter Sun 10K 10:00 AM Moab, UT rrr@citlink.net 435-259-4525 www.moabhalfmarathon. org Dec 03 Colder Bolder Invitational 5K 8:00 AM Boulder, CO matt@bolderboulder.com 303-444-7223 www.bolderboulder.com

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Christmas Classic 4M 9:00 AM Ft. Collins, CO 970-377-8005 www.active.com Farolito Trail of Lights 5K 5:30 PM Albuquerque, NM 505-856-9377 www.the-athletes-edge.com Steve’s Rudolph Ramble 5K 9:00 AM Denver, CO staff@bkbltd.com 303-694-2030 www.bkbltd.com Dec 21 Winter Solstice Run 5M 5:00 PM Littleton, CO william@eclecticedgeracing.com 303-674-5446 www.eclecticedgeracing. com Dec 30

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Jan 01 Rescue Run 5K/10K 10:00 AM Colorado Springs, CO DavidSorenson@msn.com 719-473-7848 www.pprrun.org Jan 06 Turquoise Lake 20M Snowshoe Run 10:00 AM Leadville, CO tsobal@hotmail.com 719-539-4112 www.salidarec.com/ccrc

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Paint Mines by Jessica Griffiths

run through the Paint Mines is a journey in time. Archaeologists claim that prehistoric people began living on the rolling prairie at the Paint Mines 9,000 years ago. Native Americans are known to have taken the colorful clays to produce pottery and ceremonial paint. The park is off the beaten path, but the views of red hoodoos and orange sandstone spires are worth the drive.

Runners will immediately notice an unyielding wind on the quiet grassland. The park encompasses approximately 750 acres and includes four miles of trails. The trails include two loops, which can be combined to make one large loop. Along the route, mule deer, coyote, red fox and pronghorn antelope can sometimes be seen. Short-horned lizards may scurry by your feet, while Colorado’s state bird, the Lark Bunting, may serenade you on your run.

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The trail is well marked, but you may want to take a brochure with you as it contains some very interesting information on the landscape that you will be running through. Begin your run on the wide, dirt trail that starts at the parking lot. Continue straight at the first junction. The trail is very hilly, so it will test your fitness. There is an elevation gain of 560 feet and a high point of 6,759 feet. After about one half mile, make a sharp right at the sign onto the sandy trail and follow this to a four way crossing. Turn left to continue, but if you need to cut your run short, you can turn right and travel back to the parking lot. This trail travels uphill for 1.3 miles before approaching the next intersection. Continue to the right and run down the steep hill to another sandy trail. At this junction, you can turn left and run out and back if you want to add another 0.4 mile onto your run, or you can continue the loop by turning right. These sandy trails are narrow and have very sharp turns, so be ready for them. At the next junction, turn left and run up the steep hill to a bench. Once you pass this bench, it is all downhill to the finish. You will pass six different informational signs along the path that explain more about the history of the region. The Paint Mines are named for their brightly colored clays. The bands tinged with red, orange, yellow, purple and gray hues are caused by oxidized iron compounds. When the outcrops erode, a hard capstone allows towers of clay to be preserved underneath, creating the spires called hoodoos. The Paint Mines Interpretive Park is located in northeastern El Paso County near Calhan. To get there, drive Highway 24 east from Colorado Springs to Calhan. Turn south on Yoder Road/Calhan Highway. Turn

east on Paint Mines Road and look for the designated parking area. The park is open from dawn until dusk. Pets, horses and bicycles are prohibited. The Paint Mines are considered significant in the prehistory of the region and the area is listed as an Archaeological District in the National Register of Historic Places. The removal of any rocks, plants, or historic artifacts is prohibited. A restroom facility is on site.

A Historic Timeline Paleoindian Stage 7000 - 5500 B.C. The earliest people to live in the Paint Mines are known as the Paleoindians. They were likely the descendants of the first Americans who migrated over the Bering Land Bridge from northeastern Asia. They survived by hunting large game, such as mammoth, caribou and bison. Archaic Stage 5500 B.C. – A.D. 100 The Archaic Stage was known for stone darts. The Archaic sites feature grinding stones that were used for processing plant material for food. For survival, the Archaic people relied on game animals like deer and pronghorn antelope and gathered plant foods. Ceramic Stage A.D. 100 – 1450 The Ceramic Stage was trumpeted with the appearance of pottery, the bow and arrow, and a greater dependence on plants, such as corn and squash. Protohistoric Period and European Contact A.D. 1450 – 1900s The Protohistoric Period signaled the end of the prehistoric era. The people were hunter-gatherers who pursued a more nomadic lifestyle with the introduction of the horse. Euro-American settlers moved into the area in the 1800s. Courtesy El Paso County Parks November/December 2006

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The Making of a Middle-Aged Marathon Man by Doug Steebner

“I’m gonna run marathon,” Jay, an associate of mine, went on and on and on. I had been running 10 to 15 miles a week for several years, so partly to shut him up and partly to motivate myself, I decided to call his bluff.

went online and printed a maraboots. I put on my best salesman/ thon training schedule from a popparent face, got as much edge to my ular running website. I also found voice as I could and yelled, “LET a marathon scheduled for Columbus ME IN THE D@#$% CAR!!!” Day weekend in Durango. My best Robin put HER best salesman/ friend Barry and his wife Robin live parent face on and said, “No way on a ranch there, so what better excuse am I listening to you b#%&* for to make the drive? We would go down the next 30 years how you should a few days early, stay with my friends, have finished this race. Now get have fun, and then run the race. The moving!” more I though about the idea, the Just then, my right calf more it appealed to me. cramped, so I literally staggered I made copies of the schedule, back from the car. At the same time, and then confronted Jay. “Buddy, Barry jumped out, sporting miracuI’ve heard you say over and over lously produced running shoes. My again how you were going to run a wife hopped into the driver’s seat marathon. Here is a training schedule and sped off. which coincides with a marathon in I turned to Barry, “What are Durango. We’ll start to train. I’ll push you guys doing? I’m dying here!” you. You’ll push me. We can even Doug shows his race medal to his friends Robin and Barry. “Come on you big baby. Lets stay with my friend in Durango for get moving!” I gave my warm-ups to my wife and joined the race.” I somehow started moving down the course the 300 or so marathoners and half-marathoners Jay, who had been running an impressive behind the starting line. As a novice, figuring out with new determination and motivation. Eventunumber of miles on a treadmill, said, “I’m in.” where to stand in the crowd was a bit of a prob- ally we ran/walked with another woman named “Listen Jay,” I told him, “I want you to lem. I didn’t want to get too close to the front and Cinnamon who had also run into that infamous think about this. If we do this, I’ll have to get get in the way of elite-type runners, but I didn’t wall. Cinnamon turned out to be a “dancer” my head wrapped around it, so don’t commit and want to start too far back either. I chose a spot from Telluride - interesting vocation for somethen back out in two weeks.” about two-thirds of the way back. Finally, former body from Telluride, and a GREAT stage name. “No, I won’t do that. I’m in.” Olympian Billy Mills (funny, he didn’t not look The three of us plodded down the road for what So we both committed and started to train. anything like Robby Benson who portrayed him seemed like an eternity. Two weeks later, Jay came to me and said, “I’m in the movie) started us and I was off on my first Finally, the finish line was in sight. About out.” 100 yards out an announcer saw my bib number marathon! “Jay, you’ve only run outside three times.” Early on, I felt pretty good. I made sure that and announced over the loudspeaker, “Here is “I know. I’m out.” I didn’t go out too fast like my coach advised Doug Steebner finishing his FIRST marathon!” “What about you commitment to train and me. The temperature was great, and I enjoyed Hearing my name over the loudspeaker gave run with me? What about our trip to Durango?” the views. I even managed to strike up a few me a boost, and I managed to sprint the last 100 “Sorry. I’m out.” yards to the finish - five hours and forty-two conversations with my fellow marathoners. By this time I had already run that marathon Now, I had heard about the wall at 20 miles, minutes after I started. in my mind at least 100 times, bought new run- but I had never actually seen it or felt it. I cruised I remember telling my wife right after the ning shoes, found a sitter for the kids and dogs, right by the 20 mile mark with a smile on my race that if I ever said I wanted to run a marathon got my wife onboard, made arrangements with face. At about 21 miles, I ran into it. WHAM. again, to go out into the garage, get a ball-peen my friends in Durango and paid my registration What was that? Who tied 50 pound weights to hammer and smash a couple of my toes. That fee. I was committed. I was going to run this race my shoes? Where did this ground glass in my would be less painful, less expensive, and about no matter what. joints come from? What have I done to myself? as much fun. Been there, done that. My maraSo, I trained by myself. Since the longest I gotta go five more miles? I hope I can go five thon days were OVER. distance I had ever run before was six miles, more yards! But as the weeks went by and I restarted my it was a different experience. But I was deterAnd just as I was contemplating walking to five to 15 mile running weeks, the idea of runmined. Through the heat, rain, blisters, bloody a nearby ranch house to dial 911, I see the white ning another marathon started to appeal to me nipples, Achilles pain, and the occasional loose Durango top the hill behind me. My support again. I realized that I missed the discipline and dog, I trudged on. I stuck to the schedule. I re- team, my cheering section, my ride back! They the feeling of accomplishment after long traincruited one of my clients to be my coach. I read pulled up to me, and my wife beaming from the ing runs. Having a goal gave reason to all my books and tried different diets. I consulted my passenger window asked, “How’s it going?” runs. Surely now that I knew what to expect, if doctor. I trained harder and trained on concrete more, I walked up to the car. “I’m out.” Finally, the day of the race arrived. As any My wife’s smile changes to this shocked if I worked with weights more and shed a few day in October in the Rocky Mountains can start, look. “Oh, no, you can’t stop!” more pounds, I would do better and it wouldn’t this one greeted me with a drizzle of rain and I tried to explain, “I trained on soft dirt be as painful, right? So, I have secretly started sleet. Not to be put off by a little weather, I gob- roads and this concrete and blacktop are tearing to train for another marathon. I haven’t told my bled down breakfast and was off to the starting me up. I’m out, let me in the car.” wife though. First I need to hide all of our ballline. My wife, along with my friends Barry and My wife said, as she locked the doors, peen hammers. Robin, planned to monitor my progress along the “Barry is going to get out and run and walk with course from their white Durango (I know, they you the rest of the way. You keep moving.” The author is a car salesman who lives in HighLIVE in Durango and they DRIVE a Durango). Barry, who at 52 is one year older than me, lands Ranch. He can frequently be seen plodding By the time we got to the start, the weather had did not look excited at the thought of running or along there, hopefully with all his toes. cleared. walking five miles, especially in his new cowboy 46

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