DOMS and Downhill Courses

Three words describe every one of REVEL’s marathon and half-marathon courses:

FAST
BEAUTIFUL
DOWNHILL

Downhill running, especially FAST downhill running, can subject runners to higher stresses on the legs due to eccentric force, which is a major cause of delayed-onset muscle soreness, or "DOMS."

But with proper form and proper training, runners can curb the effects of eccentric force, and in turn lessen the severity of DOMS.

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Price Increases Next Week for Big Cottonwood, Canyon City, and Mt Charleston

REVEL Big Cottonwood in Salt Lake City, REVEL Canyon City in Los Angeles, and REVEL Mt Charleston in Las Vegas have price increases coming next week! Big Cottonwood will increase at midnight on April 12, Canyon City will increase at midnight on April 13, and Mt Charleston will increase at midnight on April 14. Save $10 on each location by registering now!

REGISTER FOR BIG COTTONWOOD

REGISTER FOR CANYON CITY

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REVEL Courses – All Certified!

REVEL's fast and beautiful courses are all certified by USA Track & Field as proper half-marathon and marathon distances. A common misconception among runners is that some courses are not “Boston certified” courses because of elevation gain or loss. The reality is that any marathon course, as long as it is certified as the correct distance by USATF, can be used for meeting Boston qualifying time standards. Likewise, all of REVEL’s half-marathon courses can be used for qualifying into races that accept half-marathon times for entry!

REVEL Marathons – All Top BQ% Rates

REVEL Rockies, Big Cottonwood, and Canyon City are all listed by marathonguide.com as top races for percentage of Boston Qualifying finishers in 2015. All three races had well over 20% of all finishers running BQs! REVEL has the only races in Utah and Colorado that broke the 20% mark in both 2014 and 2015. Year after year, REVEL is the place to go for FAST finishes and Boston-qualifying times.

Training Tip: D-L-S…The Rest Will Follow

“Drop your shoulders; Lower your hands; Swing your arms…and the rest will follow.” Whether in the middle of a tough training run or deep in the latter miles of a race when fatigued, runners tend to slip away from good, efficient running form. Their leg turnover slows, their shoulders and entire upper bodies get tight, and their overall form struggles more than strides freely. A quick fix is to remind yourself to “Drop your shoulders, Lower your hands, and Swing your arms.” Try it! Consciously drop your shoulders down away from your neck. Lower your hands to your waist instead of your chest. Swing your arms back and forth freely in a locomotion-type pattern instead of a short, clenched-fist “boxer” pose. You will feel yourself perking up and picking up the speed. Keep reminding yourself: “D-L-S,” and the rest will follow.

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Price Increase Apr 14, 2016!

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"We are proud to sponsor the REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon, an event that exemplifies HOKA One One’s history” says Lee Cox, Director of Global Marketing for HOKA ONE ONE. “HOKA ONE ONE is a brand that originated off the mountain and partnering with an event like Big Cottonwood, a Race that drops from the mountain, ties our Brand to its roots. Time to Fly."

HOKA ONE ONE® is the fastest growing premium running shoe brand in the world. Two life-long runners launched HOKA in 2009, after years spent handcrafting and shaping lightweight shoes with extra-thick midsoles. Initially embraced by ultrarunners because of their enhanced cushioning and inherent stability, HOKA now offers shoes for all types of athletes who enjoy the unique ride the shoes provide. For more information visit www.hokaoneone.com or follow @hokaoneone#hokaoneone.

Get your hydration habits up to scratch with our brand new REVEL Water Bottles! Perfect for on the desk or on the run. Order from the link below:

REVEL Water Bottle

REVEL Canyon City is thrilled to welcome back the Pasadena Pacers! As the oldest running club in the San Gabriel Valley, Pasadena Pacers had 60+ members at the 2015 event. In addition, they manned two Aid Stations along the course and had many at the Finish Line cheering on runners as they completed their journey. The Pacers are looking forward to an even bigger team in 2016.

Meridith Ethington was registered for the 2015 REVEL Big Cottonwood Marathon and just 2 months before race day was diagnosed with breast cancer. Meridith started chemotherapy only 3 weeks prior to toeing the Start Line on Saturday, September 12. Due to the side effects of chemo Meridith was heartbroken and had to step down to the Half Marathon but vowed to return in 2016 to hopefully accomplish her BQ goal. Continuing her courageous fight, Meridith is now registered for the FULL Marathon. We cannot wait to see her cross the finish line of cancer and the Big Cottonwood Marathon.

Congratulations to Karissa Lowe who ran the 2015 REVEL Rockies Marathon. She was randomly selected as the winner of a FREE race entry to any 2016 REVEL event. Keep your eyes out each month to see if you're the next random winner. Karissa, email revel@runrevel.com to claim your prize.