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By Curt Davies Running long distances is more than just having a physically-able body. In fact, without having a strong, positive mindset during and before the run, it can be the most strenuous, difficult task you ever set out to achieve. Oftentimes, it can be the people who either stop in the middle of a race, or don’t even attempt the race who have a weak mindset (though this isn’t always the case). Here are some tips on improving your mindset when running a race; whether it be for a marathon, half marathon, or even triathlon. Surround yourself with positive people When you surround yourself with positive…

Story and photos by Allan Groves. It was balmy for a Saturday morning in November, which allowed excellent running conditions for 2014’s Donut Dash 5K. It’s safe to say that this year spirits were high and so were the sugar levels. What makes this race unique is that there are 3 ways to win. 1st way: run the fastest, 2nd way: eat the most donuts, 3rd way: eat donuts and run so that your adjusted time (30 seconds per each donut you eat) puts you ahead of the pack. This year’s donut eating winner (and defending champion from last year)…

Grab your girls for Utah’s largest women’s half marathon and 5K race in Park City. The scenic race is held on Saturday, October 11 with the half starting at 9:00 a.m. and 5K at 9:45 a.m. on Park City’s roads and trails at the peak of fall colors. Both end at Newpark Plaza where a festive celebration featuring tasty treats and finisher jewelry awaits. thepinkseries.com

Float in a boat made out of your own pumpkin at this annual competition at the Sugar House Park Pond on Saturday, October 18. The vessel must be made “mostly of pumpkins” so get creative on what that means to you. If you manage to float in a pumpkin you’ve already won at life, but prizes will be given away too. utahpumpkingrowers.com

Wear your costume to these Halloween-themed 5 and 10K races on the Jordan River Parkway Trail in Riverton on Saturday, October 18. Finisher medals for everyone and free treats for those in costume! Registration includes pumpkin picking and free indoor swimming for your family at the South County Pool. Race followed by a trunk or treat in the parking lot with prizes for best decorated cars. slco.org

Enjoy a fun fall 5K in downtown Salt Lake City that begins and ends at Gracie’s on Sunday, October 19. Following the race, participants enjoy breakfast and mimosas at Gracie’s. Open to participants 21 and up only. active.com

Run, eat donuts, run! That’s the simplest explanation of this 5K on Saturday, November 8 in Salt Lake City that’s guaranteed to raise your blood sugar. There’s one donut-eating stop halfway through the race, and each donut you eat takes 10 seconds off your finish time! The race ends in Memory Grove where a Discovery Day provides free kids’ activities and promotes the work of the Utah Heritage Foundation. utahheritagefoundation.com

Utah’s largest mountain recreation show. Find great deals and have the chance to demo some of the latest gear from many of the region’s amazing manufacturers, retailers, and providers of skiing, snowboarding, camping, biking, running, climbing, and other outdoor equipment and services. Held November 7-8 at the South Towne Expo Center in Sandy. adventuregearexpo.com

Run The Strip at night with live music from November 14-16 in Las Vegas. Choose from the marathon, half marathon, half of the half, or 5K. Listen to bands along the course routes as you run past famous Vegas landmarks. This race weekend also includes: pre- and post-race concerts, pre-race brunch, nightly afterparties at Las Vegas’ best clubs, and a massive health and fitness expo. So worth the road trip! runrocknroll.competitor.com