Rock ‘n’ Roll Kick-Off Party

by Team Rock

• July 20, 2010

Be a part of the unveiling of the Rock ‘n’ Roll Denver course on Thursday, July 29 at Sports Authority in downtown Denver.  Learn more.

Ask The Experts: Can I Run A 1/2 Marathon In Five Weeks?

by Mario Fraioli

• July 27, 2010

Mr. Fraioli,

Thanks,
Victoria M.

Running Hot: Part 1

by Training

• July 26, 2010

Tawnee Prazak

This two-part series looks at why heat and humidity affect running performance and how to acclimatize to hot conditions.

Written by: Tawnee Prazak

It’s no secret that exercising in the heat is downright hard. Throw in humidity and it gets even worse. But why? Below are five physiological reasons the body suffers when temperatures are soaring.

1) Changes in blood flow and sweating.

The human body has the ability to cool itself in hot conditions by sweating. Actually, it’s the evaporation of sweat that causes cooling, not sweating itself. (This is important with regard to humidity.)

Burning Runner: Dropping Pounds, Upping The Ante

by Running

• July 26, 2010

Week 2: Mixing half-marathon training with performance weight loss.

Written by: T.J. Murphy

After I turned in my first column to Competitor.com web producer, Mario Fraioli, he challenged me to bump my goal up from 10 pounds to 20 pounds. “It’s the coach in me,” he replied when I asked him why.

Your Top Five Gear Essentials for Marathon Success

by Thomas Phan

• July 23, 2010

Written by: Steve DeKoker

Brooks Sports Marketing Coordinator and elite road racer Steve DeKoker gives his tips for what you need to run your upcoming marathon in comfort and style!

Get Your $25 Training Discount at Sports Authority

by Thomas Phan

• July 21, 2010

Special offer for all Rock ‘n’ Roll Denver participants! Stop by your local Sports Authority for everything you need for the big race and save $25!

Click here for a $25 off coupon to Sports Authority

Re-use the $25 off coupon throughout your training at any of our 475 stores across the country! Sports Authority…your Running Authority.

Star Olive Oil: A Good Fat

by Thomas Phan

• July 21, 2010

When you think about performance nutrition for running, you might not think about olive oil – but you should. Star Olive Oil is rich in vitamin E and other antioxidants, which help prevent muscle damage during and after workouts and races. It’s also an excellent source of healthy monounsaturated fats, which promote better functioning of the cardiovascular system.

Find out more at www.starfinefoods.com

Skincare By Athletes, For Athletes

by Thomas Phan

• July 21, 2010

MISSION Skincare™ is the official skincare system of the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon Series

Running is hard on the skin. Sweating for hours at a time is like stewing in an acid bath. On top of that, the sun’s ultraviolet radiation cooks your skin while you log the miles. And the skincare products formulated for couch potatoes that you use to restore your skin may dry it out instead.

Workout Of The Week: Tempo Run–With A Twist!

by Mario Fraioli

• July 21, 2010

C’mon baby, let’s do the twist!

Written By: Mario Fraioli

The tempo run, most easily described as a steady effort over a set distance or predetermined length of time, is a staple workout in many a runner’s training program. Whether you’re training for a fast 5K or getting ready to run your first marathon, sprinkling a tempo run or two into your training schedule will give you the most bang for your buck.

Burning Runner: Let The Weight-Loss Game Begin

by Running

• July 19, 2010

By learning to cook and eat the right stuff, a 40-something year old runner making his return to the sport works to burn off at least 10 pounds in 20 weeks as he prepares for the Zappos.com Rock ‘n’ Roll Las Vegas Half Marathon.

Written by: T.J. Murphy

About one year ago I had fallen desperately out of shape. Training of any kind had been inconsistent at best, and the extra weight just piled on. I could offer up the usual excuses, but the fact is I had simply allowed my training to slip down the ladder of priorities and over time my weight climbed to 205 pounds. And for the record, it was not a lean 205 pounds. At six feet even with a medium build, the extra weight made running an unpleasantly slow experience, and memories of once being in 15-minute 5K shape (I’m in my mid-40s now so this was some time ago) didn’t hesitate to torture me with a scolding from my past self.

Local Bands Can Rock for Thousands at Rock ‘n’ Roll Denver

by amiyamae

• July 15, 2010

Denver, CO – July 15, 2010 – It’s the performance that has launched rock stars before. On Sunday, October 17, 26 local bands will get the chance to rock the stage in front of more than 14,000 runners and spectators during the first ever Rock ‘n’ Roll Denver Marathon & ½ Marathon.  

Healthy Foods for Healthy Lifestyles

by Team Rock

• July 12, 2010

Colorado’s Original Health Food
Maximize your training with local bison! Healthful eating starts with great ingredients – bring them to the table in tasty dishes and you’ve got an eating plan you can live and train on!

You’ve Got Spirit and We Want to Hear It!

by Team Rock

• July 08, 2010

Attention local Cheer teams and Dance Squads- we need you!   Local High School and Middle School squads are invited to compete in the ‘Spirit on the Course’ Competition, in which teams vie for cash prizes and bragging rights.

Showcase Your Band!

by Team Rock

• June 28, 2010

Want To Play To Thousands Of People?!? Would you like your band to be one of the featured acts along the Rock ‘n’ Roll Denver Marathon route? Or do you know one someone who would? Then click here to find out how to apply for one of the coveted stages on the course!

GET FIT Challenge

by Team Rock

• June 16, 2010

Commit to Get Fit!

Take work-life balance to the next level!  The GET FIT Challenge is a friendly team competition designed to get you and your co-workers out of the office and train together for the the Rock ‘n’ Roll Denver Marathon or Half Marathon.

Beat the Heat

by Team Rock

• June 15, 2010

Tips for Summer Training

Summer is a great time to enjoy the warm weather and run outdoors.  Let’s face it, we’d much rather train during the warmer months of summer than during the frigid months of winter.  As the temperatures peak in July and August, it’s important that runners take the necessary precautions against heat related incidents.  Here are six tips for beating the heat this summer.

Racing At High Altitude

by Team Rock

• May 13, 2010

By Matt Fitzgerald

One of the toughest challenges a runner can face is traveling from his or her home at low elevation to compete in a race at high altitude (above 5,000 feet). At elevations above 5,000 feet, the “thin air” factor begins to have a measurable effect on endurance performance.  At 8,000 feet, the barometric pressure is twenty-five percent lower than it is at sea level.  This means you get 25 percent less oxygen per breath than you get at sea level. If you’ve ever run or done any type of vigorous exercise within a short time after arriving at altitude, you probably recall what this effect feels like.

2010 Expo Tour

by Team Rock

• May 03, 2010

See when Rock ‘n’ Roll Denver will be in a city near you!  Stop by one of the Expo’s listed or joining us at local training runs (highlighted in yellow), as we prepare to rock the Mile High City!  Register* at one of the expo’s listed and receive a $10 discount off of registration and a free tee!

*While supplies last.

Feeling Lucky?

by Team Rock

• April 27, 2010

The Rock ‘n’ Roll Denver Marathon & ½ Marathon is offering a special registration promotion on the 13^th of every month from May – September. All participants who commit to run/walk the Rock ‘n’ Roll Denver Marathon or ½ Marathon will receive a $13 discount when they register on the 13^th of the month using the coupon code LUCKY13.

Nutrilite Offers New Ways To Keep Runners Healthy

by Sean McKeon

• February 27, 2010

Competitor.com’s Sean McKeon took a tour of the Nutrilite expo truck to learn more about the growing nutrition company. With new product offerings for endurance athletes, Nutrilite looks to continue helping runners get to the finish line fit and healthy. Check out this preview of Nutrilite’s traveling show and be sure check it out at any of the Rock ‘n’ Roll Marathon expos around the country.