/tags/running Running en-US Copyright KUNC/Community Radio for Northern Colorado 2020 Thu, 03 Apr 2025 11:35:00 GMT /podcast/inthenoco/2025-04-03/a-fort-collins-runners-extraordinary-career-gets-a-fresh-look-in-a-new-documentary A new documentary celebrates the career of an extraordinary competitive runner. Libby James, a Fort Collins athlete, has an impressive array of race performances under her belt – many of which she achieved after the age of 40. We talk about her legacy in the field of women’s running, on today’s In The NoCo. Thu, 03 Apr 2025 11:35:00 GMT /podcast/inthenoco/2025-04-03/a-fort-collins-runners-extraordinary-career-gets-a-fresh-look-in-a-new-documentary In The NoCo, Erin O'Toole, Brad Turner, Ariel Lavery /npr-news/npr-news/2020-04-13/how-runners-can-keep-themselves-and-others-safe-during-the-pandemic As coronavirus-related restrictions take hold, the number of runners hitting roads and trails outside is surging. Here are some ideas for how to minimize your risks as you log your miles. Mon, 13 Apr 2020 21:49:00 GMT /npr-news/npr-news/2020-04-13/how-runners-can-keep-themselves-and-others-safe-during-the-pandemic Aubri Juhasz /npr-news/2014-04-02/run-when-youre-25-for-a-sharper-brain-when-youre-45 Here's the latest bit of evidence that exercise keeps the brain fit. Much of the research has been in older people, but this study found that being fit in your 20s makes you sharper in middle age. Wed, 02 Apr 2014 20:14:00 GMT /npr-news/2014-04-02/run-when-youre-25-for-a-sharper-brain-when-youre-45 Maanvi Singh /npr-news/2013-09-04/sprinter-usain-bolt-says-hell-retire-after-2016-olympics The 100 and 200 meters champion says he'd like to win gold at Rio de Janeiro and the Commonwealth Games before hanging up his spikes. Wed, 04 Sep 2013 15:28:00 GMT /npr-news/2013-09-04/sprinter-usain-bolt-says-hell-retire-after-2016-olympics Scott Neuman /npr-news/2013-08-14/in-moscow-american-runner-dedicates-his-medal-to-gay-friends The state news agency said Nick Symmonds became the first athlete to criticize Russia's controversial anti-gay law. Symmonds said he believed every human "deserves equality." Wed, 14 Aug 2013 18:09:00 GMT /npr-news/2013-08-14/in-moscow-american-runner-dedicates-his-medal-to-gay-friends Eyder Peralta /npr-news/2013-08-13/mary-cain-americas-teenage-phenom-advances-to-1-500m-final The run caps a stellar season in which she broke all kinds of high school records. Few expected her to advance to the finals. Tue, 13 Aug 2013 18:17:00 GMT /npr-news/2013-08-13/mary-cain-americas-teenage-phenom-advances-to-1-500m-final Eyder Peralta /npr-news/2013-07-15/3-of-the-worlds-best-sprinters-test-positive-for-banned-substances The revelations are another blow to a sport that's been marred by doping. Tyson Gay, one of the athletes who failed a drug test, was a best-hope sprinter for the United States. He said he did not "have a sabotage story." Mon, 15 Jul 2013 13:24:00 GMT /npr-news/2013-07-15/3-of-the-worlds-best-sprinters-test-positive-for-banned-substances Eyder Peralta /npr-news/2013-06-06/gatlin-beats-bolt-in-100-meters-for-the-first-time For Justin Gatlin, 31, Thursday's win is a decisive step in the comeback that saw him win the bronze medal in the event at last summer's London Olympics. Thu, 06 Jun 2013 21:10:00 GMT /npr-news/2013-06-06/gatlin-beats-bolt-in-100-meters-for-the-first-time Bill Chappell /sports/2013-05-24/what-to-expect-at-this-years-bolderboulder An estimated 50,000 from across the country will be in Boulder Monday to participate in the annual 10K race. Casting a shadow on everything from race… Fri, 24 May 2013 11:00:00 GMT /sports/2013-05-24/what-to-expect-at-this-years-bolderboulder Grace Hood /2013-04-22/jogging-banned-from-baskett-slough-wildlife-refuge According to the Statesman Journal, signs at the refuge in Oregon say no dogs, horseback riding or jogging are permitted. Wildlife officials warn that running people can stress out the animals and might even interfere with breeding. Mon, 22 Apr 2013 11:56:00 GMT /2013-04-22/jogging-banned-from-baskett-slough-wildlife-refuge