A second showing of the Unbreakable has been scheduled for Friday, Feb 10. Everything is the same as the previous night.

This is the film of the 2010 Western States 100. It is the only ultrarunning film made with high production values, from cinema-photography to editing, is feature-length (1:45), and follows four contenders as they prepare for the event, then shows the race itself up close and personal from a racers perspective, which turned out to be the most competitive 100 miler ever.

The film will be presented at the Dairy Center for the Arts – a wonderful venue that will enable us to enjoy a full evening of entertainment. The theater seats 250, and comes with a large foyer/art gallery for socializing, and where they sell wine, beer, and snacks.

Best of all, three of the main characters in the film will be participating in an interactive discussion with you – Geoff Roes, Anton Krupicka, and Nick Clark.

Finally, Running Times Magazine is organizing a major schwag-fest – this will be a raffle worth holding on to your ticket for.

The event is a fundraiser for the Boulder Outdoor Coailtion, which promotes stewardship, access, and appreciation of Boulder County’s public land.

Buy Tickets:
http://thedairy.frontgatetickets.com/choose.php?lid=63662

Ticket Pricing:
Ticket price is $12 (Dairy Center gets $2 of that)
Buying online is $2.05 fee = $14.05.
If you call the Dairy Center Box Office (to p/u will-call night of show) or go there in person (ticket issued immediately), you would pay the $12 (no fee). Box Office open 1-5 M-F, 303.444.7328.

The Dairy Center for the Arts is a very cool venue:
They are a good non-profit, worth supporting They sell wine and beer (local micro’s on tap!) They even allow same to be taken into the theater

Details:
Doors open at 6:00 pm, Film starts at 6:30 pm
Seating is GA, so don’t arrive at 6:30
There will be an intermission, raffle, and discussion, so the evening should be wrapping up around 9:30 pm
There is a semi-hidden car parking lot in the rear, and bike racks out front
The movie is good, but the party may be better … look forward to seeing you!

About Western States Endurance Run

Film Website: http://www.ws100film.com

(Description From Wikipedia) The Western States Endurance Run, known commonly as the Western States 100, is a 100-mile long (161 km) ultramarathon that takes place on trails in California’s Sierra Nevada annually, on the last weekend of June. The race starts at the base of the Squaw Valley ski resort and finishes at the Placer High School track in Auburn, California. Runners climb a cumulative total of 18000 feet (5500 m) and descend a total of 23000 feet (7000 m) on mountain trails before reaching the finish. Because of the length of the race, the race begins at 5:00 A.M. and continues through the day and into the night. Runners finishing before the 30 hour overall time limit for the race receive a bronze belt buckle, while runners finishing in under 24 hours receive a silver belt buckle.

Its that time of the year for costumes and cross country races. Sometimes mixed together. Get out and enjoy the fall weather and colors in these fun fall races!

Bill Lawrence competes in the Colorado Cross Classic

October 22, 2011

ReadyTalk OktoberFAST 5K / Family Fun 1K

9am in City Park, Denver
http://www.runningguru.com/EventInformation.asp?eID=oktoberfast5k#

Thursday October 27, 2011

Buffer Buffalo 5k

5pm at CU Campus
Help send the CU Triathlon Team to 2012 Collegiate Nationals in Tuscaloosa, Alabama! 75% of race proceeds go to CU Tri Team.
http://www.active.com/running/boulder-co/buffer-buffalo-5k-2011

After competing in the 5k, race down to Fleet Feet Sports to get the skinny on compression wear and how it can benefit you.

Compression Clinic

7:15pm at Fleet Feet Sports
More and more people are wearing compression for a variety of reasons, including recovery, performance enhancement and injury prevention. Wondering whether compression is right for you?
http://fleetfeetsportsboulder.com

Saturday October 29, 2011

This Saturday proves to be a packed day of racing, and top the night off by mingling with some of Boulder’s running and triathlon legends at the One World Running Precious Feet Fall Fundraiser.

Eerie Eire 5 and 10k

9:30am Eire, CO
New Course This Year!!!
http://erie.optimistweb.org/

Denver Gorilla Run 5k

11am Denver, CO
A charity fun run with a difference. Everyone who takes part wears a full gorilla costume (yours to keep!) and helps raise funds for the Mountain Gorilla Conservation Fund, an international charity working to save mountain gorillas
www.denvergorillarun.com

Colorado Cross Classic

2:10pm Boulder Reservoir, Boulder
The race is run on the cyclocross course after the amateur races conclude and directly before the Women’s UCI Elite race, featuring some of the top racers in the world (including a recent World Cup winner). The atmosphere should be electric. The course is a minimum of three meters wide, meticulously marked, with some sand, hills, short barriers, and giant crowds.
www.ColoradoCrossClassic.com

MONSTER DASH 5K and Kids Race!

3pm in Old Town Louisville on Main Street
www.MonsterDashRun.com

Precious Feet Fall Fundraiser

5pm at Boulder’s Avalon Ballroom
One World Running is excited to present its Precious Feet Fall Fundraiser (sponsored in part by Fleet Feet). Join us Saturday, Oct. 29, at the Avalon Ballroom for a fun evening of mingling with fellow athletes, dancing, finding some cool silent auction items to bid on, and seeing five local legends-Frank Shorter, Davis Phinney, Connie Carpenter, Layton Kor, and Dave Scott-inducted into the inaugural Boulder Hall of Fame class.
http://OneWorldRunning.com

Monday, Oct 31, 2011

Halloween Fun Run

6pm at Fleet Feet Sports
Fleet Feet is super psyched about our freakishly fun Halloween Social Run on October 31 (of course!) at 6pm at the store. And take advantage of a scary-cool Halloween deal while you’re here: GET 15% OFF ANYTHING AT THE STORE!
http://FleetFeetBoulder.com

Saturday, Nov 5, 2011

Twin Peaks Rotary XC Challenge

9am in Longmont, CO
The 3.5mi Course is run entirely on soft surface (dirt, gravel, grass) so spikes are allowed and encouraged
http:RunningGuru.com

Racing with the Stars 5k

9am Lakeshore Athletic Club Broomfield, CO
http://www.racingwiththestars5k.com

Running Form and Technique One Day Workshop

11:30am till 5:00 in Lafayette, CO
Run faster and further and have a whole lot more fun! Veterans, novices, and everyone in between can improve.
http://www.radiantrunning.com/workshops.html

Saturday Nov 12, 2011

Longmont Turkey Trot

9am Altona Middle School Longmont
2m and 10k
www.ci.longmont.co.us/rec/special

Saturday Nov 19, 2011

Panicking Poultry 5k

9:30am Boulder Reservoir, Boulder
5k, 1 mile kids run
pp5k.riptidemultisports.com

Thursday Nov 24, 2011

CU Turleys Turkey Trot 5k

10am at CU Potts Field
http://boulderroadrunners.org

Find more races at:
http://www.runningguru.com/EventsList.asp?State=CO&Month=10
http://www.racingcolorado.com/index.php?page=calendars
http://www.runcolo.com/colorado-race-calendar/
http://www.coloradorunnermag.com/calendar/events/

Boulder has been long recognized as a mecca for endurance athletes. Recently, Craig Alexander won his third Ironman title, while Jenny Simpson a former CU Buff took the gold at the World Champs, Emma Coburn won NCAAs and U.S. track titles, along with Taylor Phinney emerging as a top young cyclist along side the Garmin cycling team. While Kenyan and Japanese runners can be seen during the summer months training along the area’s high altitude scenic roads.

Elite rock climbers have also called Boulder home for many years.

Boulder’s athletic legacy will be formally recognized with the inaugural Boulder Sports Hall of Fame during the One World Running fundraiser on October 29th.

The initial class includes:
CLIMBING: Layton Kor a legendary climber, now in his 70s, pioneer of first ascents.

TRIATHLON: Six-time Ironman champion and triathlon pioneer Dave Scott, longtime Boulder resident, considered one of the greatest ever.

CYCLING: Gold medalist Connie Carpenter and Tour de France stage winner Davis Phinney.

RUNNING: Frank Shorter, “the man who invented running,” credited with spurring the “running boom” with his 1972 gold medal victory.

SPECIAL RECOGNITION AWARD: Dan Creedon, long-time Daily Camera sports editor who was instrumental in promoting events such as the Red Zinger, Coors Classic and the Bolder Boulder. Key behind the scenes person in making Boulder the athletic center it is.

Shorter and Scott have confirmed their attendance, and many of Boulder’s elites are expected to show up to honor these greats.

Layton Kor in South Sister Mounument Valley

Frank Shorter

Dave Scott running against Mark Allen Ironman

Details:
Sat. Oct. 29
Avalon Ballroom, 6193 Arapahoe, 5 p.m.-midnight
Details: www.oneworldrunning.com  720-295-0426
Tickets: $25, fundraiser for OWR, a local 501(c)3 celebrating its 25th year.

Barefooters and anyone interested in joining some of the country’s top ultra runners are welcome to come join in a very special event for barefoot and natural runners alike.

McDougall created the Naked Tour as a nationwide celebration of running’s bare essentials which coincides with the paperback release of Born to Run. The tour visits thirteen cities across the country.

What can you expect from this event?

On his website, McDougall stresses this event is for everyone. The goal is to learn from each other, not beat each other, so we’ll stagger the start by pace groups. Each group will be led by an experienced pacer, like Scott Jurek so you’ll get the chance to pepper them with questions and mimic their style while you run.

“Show up, don’t stress, and remember Caballo’s motto: First focus on easy, ’cause if that’s all you get, that ain’t so bad.” You’ll be surrounded by lots of other people who are out for a good time and just getting the hang of minimalism.

Learn more about what to expect and what you might find at the Naked Cabaret on his website:
http://www.chrismcdougall.com/blog/naked-tour-about-the-events/

And according to McDougall,

“This could be the greatest Naked event of all.”

“We’re going to run up Flagstaff and hold the Naked Cabaret in a gorgeous stone amphitheater on the side of the mountain.”

Come run alongside ultra legends like Scott Jurek, Tony Krupicka, and Marshall Ulrich, then kick back with some Flora magic truffles (courtesy of Scott Jurek) and enjoy the show.

The Boulder Bookstore is even offering Mother’s Day Special where you can pre-order of the book and he will personalize it, then they will ship it anywhere in the world.

Naked Schedule

11am-12:30 pm: both authors will sign books at the Boulder Book Store

12:30-2pm: Chris and Marshall will lead a run from Boulder Book Store to Sunrise Amphitheater

2-5pm: enjoy the Naked Cabaret up at The Sunrise Amphitheater

5-6pm: Chris and Marshall will lead the crowd and Cabareters back to the Boulder Book Store for more book-signing, Q&A, and a raffle

	Christoper McDougall Born to Run: A Hidden Tribe, Superathletes, and the Greatest Race the World Has Never Seen
	Marshall Ulrich Running on Empty: An Ultramarathoner’s Story of Love, Loss, and a Record-Setting Run Across America

Steve Jones in the 1985 Chicago Marathon

On a cool rainy morning in 1984 Steve Jones broke away early from a strong field including Rob De Castilla (Deek) at the Chicago Marathon to push a solo attack resulting in a world record time of 2:08:05.

The Bank of America Chicago Marathon officials called it “one of the most revered efforts in all of marathon running.”

Mike Sandrock recalls the story in his article in the Daily Camera

This Saturday, October 30^th at 5pm ‘Jonsey’ will giving his own recollections along with 30 minutes of race footage at the Avery Brewing Tap house. Entry is free and along with the $2 beers looks to be a lively night.

The video presentation will start at 6pm. It should be the first time Jones has seen actual footage from the race since that fateful day. It will be interesting to hear his gut reactions.

“Knowing Jonsey he will yuck it up” quipped Peter Richards who pulled the event together.

Richards and Sandrock were discussing running over coffee at the Trident one night and the idea hit them. Richards, a local race organizer and active member in the local running community was also on the National Board of Road Runners back in the 80s. In a stroke of luck, he just happened to be on the press truck that day.

“One of the challeges was actually digging up the old footage. CBS covered the event and broadcast it world wide” Since then it sat dormant in the archives.

Its been noted that Katherine Switzer and CU Cross Country Alumn Mary Decker were doing color commentary for CBS as the race unfolded.

In addition to the vintage video Richards hopes to dig up some of the slides he took while on the press truck, and possibly read an homage to Jones via email from De Castilla and Olympian Rosa Mota

The final miles of the 1984 Chicago Marathon

Post race interview

A two-day Feldenkrais® workshop to help you feel great and run great.
Sat 7/24 11am – 5pm | Sun 7/25 11am – 5pm  | $65/day or $110 for both

Go to any local race and watch the runners go by and you will notice that there are as many styles as there are people. The faster runners appear to glide by with little effort while others labor with every step.

Swimmers and cyclists have long used drills to perfect their stroke and become more efficient athletes, but it really hasn’t been until recent years that average runners have paid much attention to their running form.

Improper form makes the body work harder to move across the ground and leads to many injuries.

New York based The Balanced Runner will be presenting two workshops in Boulder over the weekend of July 24 and 25th. The day long workshops promise you will learn how to:

• Prevent/eliminate the causes of typical runners’ injuries, including runners’ knee, shin splints, hip pain, plantar fasciitis, and hamstring problems
• Access the power of your pelvis for running that feels effortless and light from head to toes
• Use your core muscles for more efficient running
• Find better balance between your right and left sides
• Push off and advance your legs more naturally
• Develop sensitivity, awareness and understanding of your body so you can adjust
• your form when running on your own
• Run faster and enjoy it more

Workshop teachers Jae Gruenke and Julia Pak are both Guild Certified Feldenkrais Practitioners. The lessons are based on the principles of the Feldenkrais Method of Movement Education® and are safe for injured runners but potent enough to impact runners performing at very high levels. The workshop will include a small amount of running, gently guided movement lessons done on the floor, and video analysis of elite runners.

Each participant will leave with a list of reference points to practice on your own and an audio refresher CD.

So if you find that you hurt while running, or are frustrated with your recent performances, your body may be telling you its time to make some changes.

Register or get more information at BalancedRunner.com

Learn how to run faster, stronger, more efficiently, and with less injury.

Newton Running Lab

Newton Running will be presenting a 2 day symposium on natural running form including discussions around biomechanics and injury prevention.

Saturday, June 12 | 5:30 pm

Presentation & Discussion
• Swag Bag: First 30 people to event
• Raffle: Newton Running Shoes

Sunday, June 13 | 9:00 am

Topics include:
Fundamentals of Biomechanics
Danny Abshire | Co-Founder | CTO

The Science Behind Newton Running Shoes
Ian Adamson | R & D | Education Director

Injury Prevention
Mark Cucuzzella | Family Physician | Running Researcher

Every Saturday  | 10 am

There will be FREE form coaching with Danny Abshire. This isn’t your typical Saturday morning fun run. Yes there will be running, but Danny takes the time to watch and coach individuals on their running form. From beginners to veterans, everyone can benefit from being more aware of their form.

Newton Running Lab
Located on 13th Street, between Walnut and Canyon
1300 Walnut Street, Suite #20 | Boulder CO
303.494.0321

Overuse Knee Injuries in Runners: Keeping your Knees Healthy without Resorting to Swimming

Thursday June 3 7:15pm

Fleet Feet Sports Boulder
Please RSVP 303-939-8000

Courtesy of Medimagery.net

This talk is geared toward adult runners of all abilities who want to learn about common overuse injuries of the knee, including Iliotibial Band Friction Syndrome, Patellofemoral Pain Syndrome, Hamstring Tendinitis and others.

Participants will learn how to minimize their risk in getting an overuse injury of the knee. Physical therapy exercises will be reviewed to address each injury discussed.

Lisa Brone, MD is a board certified family physician and sports medicine specialist. She has experience taking care of every level of athlete and loves helping her patients reach their goals. Dr. Brone as spent nine years of her career taking care of NCAA Division athletes.

Jeanette Hrubes PT is currently the Clinic Director/Owner of Peak Form Physical Therapy, locate in Boulder and Brighton. She has over fifteen years of clinical experience in outpatient rehabilitation and occupational medicine, including extensive experience with knee injuries.

Fleet Feet Sports Boulder

Volunteers help to build new trail along the High Plains Trail in 2006

Celebrate National Trails Day at Betasso Preserve on June 5

Join 120 volunteers as we celebrate National Trails Day and help construct the new Benjamin Trail, a multi-use path that will eventually connect to the existing loop trail at Betasso Preserve. Volunteer trail-builders will use hand tools to build new trail through forest groves and open meadows while enjoying spectacular views and fresh mountain air. Volunteers will receive a free t-shirt from REI and after party will be sponsored by Boulder Mountainbike Alliance and Oskar Blues. Due to steep and rugged backcountry terrain, this project will be physically strenuous and will include at least three miles of hiking. This project will run from 8:00am-2:30pm. Minimum age is 14 with adult supervision.

To register please email WildWorkVolunteers@BoulderCounty.org or call 303-678-6193 by June 2nd.

Help Keep Foothill Ecosystems Healthy on June 19

Hall Ranch Open Space supports a mosaic of plant life including grassy meadows, dense shrubs, and Ponderosa pine forests.  In order to maintain these healthy ecosystems, Boulder County Parks and Open Space is cooperating with local fire protection agencies to implement a 40-acre prescribed fire at Hall Ranch this fall.

Volunteers will use hand tools to rake thick piles of pine needles away from large trees, while other tasks may include removing old fences and non-native weeds.  Your assistance will help protect important habitat trees while creating safer working conditions for wildland firefighters.  This project runs from 8:30am-12:30pm. Minimum age is 12 with adult supervision.

To register please email WildWorkVolunteers@BoulderCounty.org or call 303-678-6193 by June 16th.

Wild Work Volunteer Program

Boulder County Parks and Open Space

http://www.bouldercounty.org/volunteer/bulletin.htm

wildworkvolunteers@bouldercounty.org
(303) 678-6216

April Racing

A big day of racing coming up Sunday April 25th. Technically you could double in the 5k that day at the Distance Carnival then rush over to the  EarthDay 5k at CU’s Pott’s Field. Make sure to check out the other events going on for the remainder of the month

April 25th

Boulder Distance Carnival -

8:30 am- Boulder Rez

1k, 5k & 15k
http://www.distancecarnival.com/

Earth Day 5k

10am – Boulder Potts Field in the CU Research Park
5k
http://www.conservationcenter.org/events-earthdayrace_2010.htm

Cherry Creek Sneak

9:15 am – Cherry Creek, Denver
Walk or run in 5-mile, 5k, 1-mile sprint timed courses. A 1/2-mile Kids’ Fun Run makes it fun for the whole family.
http://cherrycreeksneak.com/

April 27th

Dash n Dine #3

6:30 pm- Coot Lake, Boulder
5k
http://www.withoutlimits.com/detail.php?id=dnd

Other Events

April 22

Open Water Swim & Wetsuit Tips

7:15 pm – Fleet Feet Sports

The swim part of a triathlon can be the most intimidating part of the event. With preparation, tips on where to position yourself in the pack, and the right equipment, you will have success in open water. At this clinic, Eney Jones, Masters swim champion and former NCAA swim champion, will discuss:

1. Swim drills that will help you practice sighting
2. The importance of learning to breathe on both sides
3. How to calm yourself if you panic
4. How to pace your swim & relax your stroke
5. The importance of finding a good fitting wetsuit and comfortable goggles
6. How to put on and take off a wetsuit

Please RSVP, 303-939-8000.

April 24

Free Skin Cancer Screening

2-3:30 pm –Fleet Feet Sports

Local dermatology professionals will be at the store to evaluate any suspicious skin spots or offer advice on skin care.

April 28

Is Barefoot Best?

6:30pm – Alta Physical Therapy
Don’t miss an exceptional panel discussion about the pros and cons of running barefoot.

PANEL OF EXPERTS:
Alan Culpepper – 2x Olympic distance runner & owner of Solepepper Sports
Bobby McGee-World renowned expert in running biomechanics
Charlie Merrill- PT specializing in the treatment of running injuries.
Melody Fairchild-Professional runner and coach.
Danny Abshire- Co-founder of Newton Running.
Aaron Anderson-Pedorthist with over 14 years experience in orthodic design.

April 29

Why Use a Heart Rate Monitor When you Train (and how do you use it anyway!)

7:15 pm –Fleet Feet Sports
Come learn the benefits of training with a heart rate monitor… it can be your best training partner. The talk will not be overly technical but will focus on what you can achieve with your training, how HR monitors can help prevent over training and facilitate smarter training.

Polar and Garmin reps will be onsite to answer questions about different HR monitor models.