Stay Safe. Socially Distance. Exercise outside only if appropriate. While group runs are on moratorium, let’s add some community fun to your solo runs & family walks! Scavenger Hunt items come in 3 categories: Find As Many As You Can (1pt each) Find The Best (1-20pts) (photo required – FCRC Social Committee will assign points […]
We’re likely running or working out alone more often these days. So, we might be using (or needing) music even more than usual. Do you have some songs that you have to listen to to get you going, to motivate you? What are your favorite tunes? Do you have playlist you have created on Spotify […]
The gyms are closed, group activities are restricted outside, too. Running solo might be one of the few things we can do. Looking for some cross training to add to your daily routine? Check out some these options. Have others? Please let us know (there have to be so many more out there!) or post […]
You already made it through the entire list from last week, haven’t you? Don’t worry! We’ve got you covered. This week’s theme is Amazon Prime – a couple dozen more running movies, all available on Amazon Prime with a subscription: The GamesTracktownUltra HighFair ChaseRunning for JimFuelRun the Race4 Minute MileWhen She RunsThe EqualizerThe Human RaceThere […]
Take on the Horsetooth Half Marathon (HTH) Virtual Challenge and transform your 2020 race entry into a virtual run. This is your opportunity to complete your training, run the distance and earn your swag. This run is all about YOU! Run the 13.1 mile distance wherever you want between April 1 and April 20, and […]
Looking for some running-related entertainment as you practice #socialdistancing? While FCRC’s monthly movie nights are on hold, you can still enjoy them in the comfort of your own home. Below is a not-nearly-comprehensive list of fantastic running-related films. Some we’ve watched as a club, some are still working their way up the list. (Runner’s World […]
The next T&H, scheduled for Sunday, April 5th, has been cancelled due to the latest recommendations from the CDC. FCRC will explore the possibility of pushing the final T&H race + member breakfast to later in the year based on latest guidelines. We will keep you posted as soon as we have information.Thank you for your […]
It is with heavy hearts that we have made the decision to cancel the 2020 running of the Horsetooth Half Marathon. Given guidance from local, federal and international public health agencies related to large events and community transmission of COVID-19, we feel it is the only responsible option available to us in doing our part […]
Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update (3/10/2020) from Horsetooth Half Marathon With our top priority being the health and safety of runners and volunteers, we are closely monitoring the local impact of COVID-19 (Coronavirus) and are in contact with our partners at the City and County. On the current recommendation of the Larimer County Health Department, there have […]
With the upcoming 2020 U.S. Olympic Team Trials – Marathon, we’re thrilled to have five local athletes competing! Dani Cook, Andrew Epperson, AnnMarie Kirkpatrick, Jerrell Mock and Grant Fischer. We recently had a panel featuring these athletes. We got to know them and learn about how they are preparing for the race on in Atlanta, […]
Need a little motivation for your outdoor winter running? Well Fort Collins Running Club wants to recognize our Winter Runners Extraordinaire! For each mile you run when the temp is below freezing, you earn points:Miles x (32F minus Temperature While You Ran) = Frost PointsExample: 5 miles, 22F –> 5 x (32-22) –> 5×10 = […]
We are excited to introduce the Fort Collins Running Club Championship Series! Your best score from five of eight (5 of 8) races will count towards your series score. The following eight (8) races will make up the series. April 19th: Horsetooth Half Marathon* May 25th: Colorado Run 10k* July 4th: Firekracker 5k* August 13th: Mountain Avenue Mile* September […]
