 A full-service race event timing and production company based in Fort Worth. ChampionChip timing technology for quick and accurate results. Before choosing a timing company, please talk to us and compare our competitive pricing. Visit our web site for more information. |
If you like challenges, then you'll love the Lake Benbrook Half Marathon. This rolling out-and-back course that skirts the lake will test everyone and will offer a good gauge for those training for Cowtown or other upcoming marathons. Faster runners also can shoot for the course records and earn some prize money. See more information on the Calendar page or the website. |
Getting ready for the two-day running extravaganza again? Splitting the events at the new location at the Will Rogers complex proved very popular in February and big turnouts are expected again. Many will run Saturday (Feb. 25) and again on Sunday (Feb. 26). Get more details at the Cowtown website. |
Mellew Productions conducts many of the popular events in the D-FW area, including the Big D Texas Marathon, The Texas Half and The Hottest Half. Visit the website to see the complete list and check out some of our specials, such as the Four Season Challenge and Mellew Incentives. |
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Visit www.lukeslocker.com for information on running and training programs, call 817-877-1448. Luke's offers several training programs for all levels. . Luke’s Locker (the original running store) is Texas’ premier running and fitness specialty retailer. Luke’s offers the best footwear, clothing and accessories for the runner, walker and fitness enthusiast (cardio, yoga, speed, strength and conditioning). Luke’s specializes in excellent customer treatment and product knowledge. |
 The Cowboys might have missed the playoffs and the Super Bowl, but that doesn't mean the championship game has been canceled. Neither does it mean you can't warm up for the big day by running either a 5K or 1-mile, or both, at the Super Bowl Sunday 5000 at Trinity Park in Fort Worth on Feb. 5. After exercising, then you'll feel better about watching the game and enjoying your favorite snacks. See more information on the Calendar page or the website. |
If you're a runner who has never won a ceramic buffalo at the Haltom Stampede, then your collection of trophies just isn't complete. On Feb. 11, you'll have another chance to collect one of the handmade buffaloes, which can only enhance your trophy case. Even if you don't win one or could even challenge for one, that's no reason to miss the 26th edition of the Haltom Stampede. Join us at the Haltom Recreation Center for a morning of exercise and fun. See details on the Calendar page or visit the website. |
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COX RACING SERVICES provides Chip Timing, Pull Tag Electronic Timing and Complete Race Setup for all road races ranging from 1K to Ultra Marathon distances. We have more than 25 years of race managing and directing experience. We are dedicated to promoting health and fitness in communities. With our vast running and timing experience, COX RACING SERVICES is a viable option. See the website for information about the services. |
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Runners, visit Movin' Pictures for a picture of you in action. Race directors contact us to learn how we can help you add value to your event for your participants. www.movin-pictures.com. |
Book your running (or other outdoor activity) adventure and join others for fun trips while enjoying your favorite activity. We go to many of the popular destinations, including Boston, Paris, Oregon. Visit the website. |
Being a chiropractor and a runner, Dr. Lauren Letz (formerly Roberson) recognizes the importance of maintaining optimum health in order to maximize running performance and prevent injuries. ''No matter the amount of time or distances you run,'' noted Dr. Letz, ''continual preventative chiropractic care helps prevent injuries associated with running.
Note: Now you can search for names, events, stories, etc., on this site. The search box is located on the Calendar page, just above the RunTIME Racing Services logo. It's an easy way to find old articles, previous times, etc., providing they have not been deleted.
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If you like the half marathon distance, then this Saturday's (Jan. 28) race lineup is one you'll love. There are two half marathons, one in Benbrook and one in Dallas. So, runners from west to east have one relatively close to choose from, if they already haven't by preregistering. The 26th Lake Benbrook Half Marathon offers a rolling course, one testy hill near the halfway point and a bonus if a male or female can beat the course records. In Dallas, the Texas Half will be celebrating its 10th anniversary when the starting signal sounds at Winfrey Point. This isn't exactly an easy course either, but probably not as challenging as the one in Benbrook. Both also include 5Ks for those not interesting in going 13.1 miles. There are other choices, too, which is why the DFW area is such a good place to live. Other events include the Jog 4 John 5K, 10K at Trinity Park in Fort Worth; the Grapevine High School Fillie Trot 5K and 1-Mile at Oak Grove Park in Grapevine, the Plano Pacers Fresh Start 10K, 5K and 1K at Bob Woodruff Park in Plano and the Frosty Frog 5K and 1K in Mansfield at Summit High School. On Sunday, the Carrollton Runners Club's monthly 5K and 1-mile is scheduled at McInnish Park in Carrollton. The weather also promises to be near perfect for running.
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Several runners rang up impressive achievements in 2011 and should be recognized. Most were considered for either Runner of the Year honors or Masters Runner of the Year honors. The newest runner to be honored for Special Recognition is Sonya Correa of Dallas. She capped a banner season by winning the MetroPCS Dallas White Rock Half Marathon. Read more about how Sonya's improvement has led to several overall female victories. Kim Gray of Arlington, who has expanded her marathon experiences by running three in a row and logging her best time in the third one, also has earned Special Recognition honors. Read more about Kim. Also honored are T.O. Okazaki and Bill Berenson. Read about T.O.'s busy, busy year and read abut Bill's marathon achievements. Others will be announced this week and next.
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James Jackson of Aubrey, who is showing signs to be as a dominating force as a masters runner as he was when in his prime, has been selected as the Clines Running Corner's Male Masters Runner of the Year. It was announced on Thursday (Jan. 12) that Laura Nelson, 46, of Grapevine was selected as the 2011 Female Masters Runner of the Year. James had relatively limited appearances in 2011, but he made each race count and was undefeated in the masters division. Laura, meanwhile, was racing virtually every week and sometimes on back-to-back days. Laura, who was selected as the 2010 Female Runner of the Year, won more than 50 female overall and masters titles from 5K to half marathon distances and shows no signs of slowing heading into 2012. They will receive plaques and $25 gift certificates from Movin' Pictures at the Fort Worth Runners Club's post-Cowtown and awards party on Feb. 28 at the Cowtown offices. Read more about James. Read more about Laura.
After several weeks of trying to select the 2011 Runners of the Year from all the worthy candidates, two names continued to be among the top of the lists. One was Becky Angeles of Murphy, who was announced Tuesday as the Clines Runner Corner's Female Runner of the Year, and the other was Andrew Cook of Flower Mound. Becky, who rounded into condition after having her first child on Dec. 31, 2010, achieved a longtime goal by qualifying for the Olympic Trials. Andrew had one of his most disappointing moments in his running career by missing the Olympic Trials by two minutes with a 2:20:32, still an impressive effort. He enjoyed a good year in DFW events and because of those efforts was selected as the Male Runner of the Year.They will receive plaques and $50 gift certificates from Luke's Locker at the Fort Worth Runners Club's post-Cowtown and awards party on Feb. 28 at the Cowtown offices. Read more about Becky and about Andrew.
Note: Because of the several runners who had outstanding seasons and who were candidates to be selected in the Runner of the Year categories, I've decided to add a Special Recognition category.
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Fiona Green of Keller, a top female masters runner and regular contributor to this website, is the newest Runner In The Spotlight. Read more about Fiona.
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Bill Richardson, a top runner in his age division and running coach who advertises his training classes on this website, has tried Jeff Galloway's run-walk method and believes it can of benefit, especially to those competing for the first time in a marathon or half marathon and older runners. Read about his reflections of the method after he and some of his students tried it.
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