FEATURE: The First of 27 Marriages That Started at Fleet Feet Chicago - The Story of Robin Karlov and Jeff Hansen
Author: Liam Gayter For many people, running provides a sense of community, a breath of exercise, a way to experience and see the world, and for some, love. Since 1996, when Fleet Feet Chicago first opened its doors, more than 20 couples have met through Fleet Feet run clubs, races, or even…
Read More ›BLOG: Fleet Feet & On Art Run Challenge
The weather outside might be frightful, but the running is still delightful. Embracing the elements as Chicagoans do, we are partnering with On for a winter On Art Run Challenge. The …
Read More ›FEATURE: Bob Kanzler, Managing Partner at Quartino Ristorante Chases the High of Opening Restaurants and Running
SHOP DIADORA To celebrate the launch of Diadora at Fleet Feet Chicago we talked to Bob Kanzler, the managing partner at Quartino Ristorante in downtown Chicago. Bob ran his first marathon in 2004 and opened his first restaurant in 1989. He's been chasing the high of both ever …
Read More ›FEATURE: Black Girls RUN! Chicago Ambassador Kelli Rockwell on What She Hopes to Accomplish in Her Role, the Struggles She Faces, and a Few Pieces of Advice for New Runners
In 2013 Kelli Rockwell’s daughter Sydnee came home from school after participating in former First Lady Michelle Obama’s Let’s Move! public health campaign. That Friday, Sydnee told her mom that she had to live healthier because she wanted her around as long as possible.…
Read More ›FEATURE: York High School Cross Country Sophomore Bria Bennis on Placing 7th Individually at Regionals and Winning First Place Collectively
Bria Bennis started running when she joined the cross country team in 8th grade. Just two years into her running career, as a sophomore on the York Girls Cross Country team, she placed 7th individually at the regional meet as her team collectively won first place. COVID-19 …
Read More ›FEATURE: Andrew Rylaarsdam Just Set the Fastest Known Time (3:38:37) Running the Chicago Lakefront Trail
Andrew Rylaarsdam just set the fastest known time (3:28:37) running the Chicago Lakefront Trail out-and-back. His 36-mile supported feat shatters the previous record by over 20 minutes. With races canceled and group runs postponed, Andrew was searching for a way to safely make his own fun…
Read More ›BLOG: Fleet Feet Chicago Thanksgiving Sale
The Fleet Feet Thanksgiving Sale is back. Hurry in and gobble up the savings early and make sure to come back for seconds. The sale will last from November 20th through November 29th at all Fleet Feet Chicago stores. Save up to 50% off past season apparel, footwear, and accessor…
Read More ›BLOG: We're Hosting a Food Drive with the Greater Chicago Food Depository
Hunger is not cancelled. Donate non-perishable food items and receive a $10 voucher to be used on an in-store purchase of $25 or more. The COVID-19 crisis has left millions of Americans facing food insecurity, and many for the first time. As a result, food banks are seeing …
Read More ›PART 2: Chicago Endurance Sports Winter Warriors Coach Lori McGee Koch Answers Your Chicago Winter Running Questions
LEARN MORE ABOUT WINTER WARRIORS COVID-19 created a running boom. Recent events have forced many of us to revisit what we’re grateful for and what brings us joy. For many, those feelings were found in getting outside, breathing fresh air, and moving - and thu…
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