In the Calgary, Alberta area? Join Jen Lowery and Edward Marran, two time GORE-TEX® TransRockies Run finishers, for an easy trail run. These FREE group runs are meant for beginners and will include an easy guided 5 km trail run … Continue reading
By Katie Mazzia MS, RD, CDE (Registered Dietitian and Diabetes Educator) #1) USDA Organic or Not? Spend your extra cash on the “Dirty Dozen” and save some money to buy regular produce from the “Clean 15”. Check out this link … Continue reading
The Trail Special issue of Canadian Running is out and the GORE-TEX Transrockies Run is featured. The article entitled ‘Trail Runner’s Summer Camp’ by Derrick Spafford offers a nice review of what our event is all about! Check it out … Continue reading
I was recently asked by a couple of friends, who will be doing the 2012 Gore-Tex TransRockies Run, if I have any tips for them based on my 2011 experience. So I thought perhaps I should just do a post … Continue reading
The ‘What to Expect Technical Guide’ guide is provided for those considering registering to better understand how the event works, and also for registered runners planning and preparing for the event. This document is subject to change as we fine-tune … Continue reading
With only 23 weeks left until the TransRockies Run two-time champ Mike Smith is excited for you to begin your training. Get psyched: Do you know how much fun this is going to be? Do it right: The challenge is before … Continue reading
by Katie Mazzia When it comes to heart health, it’s all about decreasing inflammation, getting enough soluble fiber, omega-3 fatty acids and antioxidants. Eat these foods to keep your heart running like a well-oiled machine!
After six days of feeding, socializing, grooming, and running together, the migration concludes in this final episode. Trail Striders of all abilities and experience levels from across the world have traversed over 120 miles of spectacular landscapes and climbed 20,000 … Continue reading
While migrating north from the arid High Desert landscapes to the verdant high alpine ecosystems of Colorado’s Rocky Mountains, Trail Striders have revitalized after collectively feeding on cactus concoctions and tacos. In this segment, Trail Striders are captured tending to … Continue reading
In this segment, curious social bonding behaviors are witnessed. Multiple factors seem to influence the strengthening and somewhat animalistic bond among members of the Trail Strider pack on the fourth day of their six-day journey. After blazing 14 miles and … Continue reading