Trail Running Travels: Red Mountain Park
by Mike Meehan When traveling somewhere you’ve never been before, many people want to visit the places the locals go to such as restaurants, bars, etc. Runners on the other [...]
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Sperunking: Discover a vast subterranean landscape at the Sand Mine Challenge
Whether it’s grassy plains, picturesque mountains or lush forests, trail running allows us to connect with nature. While there are many opportunities to enjoy nature’s [...]
Night Time is the Right Time (To Trail Run)
During the winter months, many runners are forced to do part of their training in the dark. The daylight hours are shorter and the nights are longer. Many run at night out of [...]
St. Louis is Half Nuts About Running: 14 Half Marathons Held in STL in 2016
The half marathon is the favorite distance for many runners. It takes some training to accomplish – without having to commit your life to training like the full marathon [...]
Provident’s 5K Rooster Run and One Mile Fun Walk
Dedicate your race to the memory of a loved one! Celebrate their life by sharing their photo and running for a great cause … Provident’s 5K Rooster Run and One [...]
Running Events Help Fuel Resurgence of Gateway Motorsports Park
At a venue known more for horsepower than manpower, running events are gaining traction. Gateway Motorsports Park in Madison, Illinois is becoming a popular venue for running [...]
Local Teen Finds the Road to Success
At 14 years old, Donovan McBride of Waterloo, Illinois, has already created an athletic resume that any aspiring athlete would be proud of. He’s already finished numerous [...]
New High School Running Club Helps Aspiring Runners
One of the challenges that high school runners face is limited opportunities for structured year-long training routines. A new club organized by Coach Tim Bradley is helping [...]
Fall Running Clinics
Looking for advice to improve your running performance? Join Coach Tim Bradley at his distance running clinics in September and October to get on track for your next PR. [...]
A Wake Up Call: Provident’s Rooster Run
Running can offer an escape from the grind of our daily lives. The mental benefits of running can be as important as the physical. But for many, the mental benefits may only [...]