Myself and my coworkers are runners looking for some motivation during the winter months. We work at element wellness located at 233 W North Ave (near North and Wells) and want to start a weekly running group. We will meet on Wednesday evenings at 6pm at element and go out for 3-4 mile run and come back. The best part is that our office is a raw juice and smoothie bar so all attendees will get a free juice or smoothie at the end of their run!

Fun *free* events for women runners training for the ZOOMA Chicago half marathon or 10K on August 10. Come out to hang out with fellow runners, meet new running friends, and log some miles towards race day! Everyone is welcome, no matter where you are in your training. Run/walkers, slow runners, fast runners, in-between runners. We're all headed to the same place! Race day is Saturday, August 10 at Montrose Harbor. www.zoomarun.com/chicago

Ever hear the old cliche "Birds of a feather flock together"? Well here is a new one for you... "Friends that run together will stay fit forever". That's exactly what we believe so we created a group to help keep us together; not only to run together but also to build a team and strengthen our friendships with people who love to run as much as we do. Our Philosophy: To be a quality distance runner it takes more than distance training and unless you are the type of person who enjoys self tortur …

If you live and work in the Chicago Loop area, we are interested in forming up a group that runs every Tuesday night at 6pm along the Lakefront. We will run between a 9:00-10:30 pace for 3-4 miles each Tuesday. We will meet at the American Back Center located at 122 S Michigan Ave (Michigan and Adams), Suite 1265 for pre-running stretching. Several of the American Back Center are runners, mostly recreational runners that are looking to keep motivated during the winter. There are several races co …

Welcome New Members!! To Bolingbrook Fun Run Club! If your looking for a club with really slow and fast runners, well you found it!! The main goal for us is to have FUN!! Heck yeah, we are training for marathons, but we are actually having fun doing it. We are all very supportive of each other during our runs, our main goal is to help you get to the finish while having fun!! Come and join us! Don't worry if you are as slow as a turtle, we love turtles. But we love speedy rabbits too. No one run …

Are you ready to run? Get on your running shoes and meet us at The Runner's Edge in Andersonville. We run on Thursday evenings at 6:30 p.m.

This is a very friendly running group. Every Monday and Wednesday evening at 6:30, the group meets up at Runners Grove. From there, the group splits up into smaller groups of runners depending on distance and pace. Distances vary between 3 and 6 miles. Paces vary between 6:30-11 minute miles. After the run on Wednesday night, a number of people meet up at "Another Round" for dinner and drinks.

This group is for anyone interested in running a half marathon or marathon. I started this group because long training runs can get lonely! Looking for motivated individuals of all running skill levels to join. I can share my training program for all members who have a desire to run a half or full marathon in the early fall. Looking to run as a group on the long Saturday runs to start out. If there is a desire we can meet up for other training runs throughout the week. The Saturday runs will mee …

This group is for anyone interested in running- from beginners to marathoners. I am planning on teaching running form focuses from Chi Running each session. These form focuses will help you run faster and more efficiently with less risk of injury. The goal is to become lifelong runners because you love it so much.

Don't allow this winter to slip by not having contributed anything positive to your health- get in shape while everyone else is indoors hibernating. My goal is to meet 2-3 times a week, beginning at the end of November, at Portage Park and complete the 9 week Couch Potato to 5k program. Once we've completed that program we can continue adding to our runs until we're able to complete 5 miles comfortably. I am a beginner runner - we'll be beginning the program with only 1 mile of running at a pace …

this is a group for people who loves to run, specially for beginners. we are gonna start running 3 miles the first meet up the we will be running more and more, I will provide a running schedule to the members so they can see how many miles we will run and which day.

Welcome to Uptown Runners! Though Chicago is full of devoted runners, many of the groups meet in Lincoln Park. But why head down there? We've got beautiful stretches of lakefront path and terrific, fun neighborhoods to run through right here in Uptown. The goal of this group is to connect with other runners in the area and find running buddies! Organizers will host 2-3 runs a week, but all members can request to host runs themselves. Want company on your 6:00 am 6 mile run each Wednesday morning …

Nature Trail Runners is a casual running club that hosts group runs in Montgomery, Oswego, Aurora and Naperville. We aim to take advantage of the many scenic bike paths and trails the area has to offer. We also host social events so we can all hang out and relax after those tough runs! I started this club because I was unable to find one near where I live. There are wonderful running clubs for Bolingbrook, St. Charles, Downers Grove, and many other surrounding cities, but none for the large city …

I challenged myself to do 12 5ks in 12 months. In the end it was the best challenge I have ever set for myself because it turned out to be an adventure than I had not anticipated on having. Anyways, I wanted to make the expereince more social. I know a lot of people sign up for races because of family or friends, but what happens when that person can't go and you don't have any body to do a particular race with you? I know, most people end up not doing the race in that situation! So, I figured c …

We are a group of individuals who either currently enjoy running or are seeking to incorporate running into their lifestyle. We seek to help spread the joy of running and to support fellow runners in their efforts. Our group welcomes everyone at every level; there is power in numbers! (OK, it's just more fun to run with a lot of people than just a couple.) Also, dogs and strollers welcome! This group is not about obsessing over running times, it about having good times! (See #11, #12, #22 and …

Sunrise over Lake Michigan--Best and most inspiring way to start your day! This group is for weekday morning runners who love running in the most beautiful and scenic part of Chicago--Lincoln Park just north of North Ave, zoo area, nature boardwalk, conservatory and along the lakefront. We'll meet Tuesday, Wednesday and Thursday mornings at 5:45 a.m. @ North & Clark, NE corner fountain and go at a leisurely pace (9-11 min miles) for 3-5 miles. Can't wait to meet you! :)

Have you ever dreamed of making it to the finish line? But don't know how to get started? This program is for you! Designed for the beginning runner to accomplish a 5K or Half Marathon. Group runs will take place once per week! Check out the meetup for more details!

So you're bored, I mean like really bored and you decided to sign up for meet up. There are some crazy folks out there and meeting them in private at a local spot still seems disheartening. He might be bald or she might have 10 kids and three divorce under her belt..yea, crazy shit. My goal for this meetup group is to occasionally hit up clubs/bars and dance our asses off. Maybe grab some last minute tickets to go see a-no-longer-in-his-prime-but-is-still-trying comedy show, a good laugh is alw …

We are Chicago's personal fitness source. Run, walk, or exercise with a stress free group on the Chicago lakefront. Sign up for one of our programs. Programs includes 5K, half & full marathon training, fitness bootcamp and bridal bootcamp classes. **All training is done outdoors** Contact: (312) 550-3038 Email: info@roadwarriorathletics.com Web: http://www.roadwarriorathletics.com

COME AND LEARN TO ENJOY RUNNING WITHOUT SHOES! Previously considered by many as an "extreme sport", barefoot running (BFR) is now becoming recognized as a more healthful alternative to shod running. Many "joggers" are surprised to learn that BFR is both accessible to the non-elite and enjoyable by the non-masochist! Commonly asked questions about BFR: Q: Why would I want to run barefoot? A: Because you will learn to stop "jogging" (bouncing up & down) and start RUNNING, the smooth gait evolu …

Brought to you by Road Runner Sports. This is a group for all who are interested in running. From beginners to elite runners all are welcome. This group is started to connect and meet up with other Running enthusiast.

The Chicago Beer Runners "Taking cool down to a new level" Looking for fun, social runners interested in meeting other fellow runners in a relaxed, noncompetitive environment? Join us for biweekly runs around Lakeview, followed by a cold beverage or three. All abilities from beginner to experienced welcome. We don't break into pace groups, but with people who average anywhere between 7 and 14 minute miles, you'll usually find someone to run with. We meet year-round and have a lot of fun whet …

Team Tri Smart is a friendly, talented group of athletes who enjoy all things triathlon. Team Tri Smart members like to train, race and socialize and most of all, have fun. Our membership includes all levels of talent and experience so from newbies to veterans, back of the packers to elite athletes, everyone is welcome. If you're looking to join a group to train with, come on out to one of our scheduled workouts and give us a try. Triathlon is NOT just a science it is also an ART and is meant fo …

This Meet up is part of a group that currently meets in an art gallery in West Chicago. There are currently anywhere between 4 to 7 knitters that are not meet up members that meet every Thursday.  I started this meet up group to make this already running knitting group available to more people.  I am very passionate about knitting and crochet.  I have taught knitting and crochet for around 15 years. Bring your own project. There is plenty of help with both knitting and crochet available. If ther …

Are you ready to get off the couch and incorporate exercise into your life. Or have you already started but think it would be more fun to do it with friends? Then come join the Lake Barrington Trail Blazers. We will be walking or running in the local forest preserve. Early morning before work is a great way to start. We will also squeeze in some evenings and weekends depending on the level of participation. We will also include some social events just for fun! So whether you are a beginner or a …

My Life has changed since I have started a daily meditation practice 14 years ago. More balance, more acceptance, deeper relaxation, just a feeling of “now I am looking in the right direction”. The new direction is that I am now taking responsibility for all of my experiences, thoughts and emotions. When something seems to go wrong, of course the first tendency still may be to blame someone or something not being the way it should be. But now with the meditation practice, the remembrance kicks i …

Looking for a place to play tennis without the commitment of a full season? We offer pickup games, weekly tournaments, fitness classes and lessons in the wonderful city of Chicago. Or, if you're new in town and looking to meet other tennis players, this is a great way to get out and make new friends! You'll love the group of fun and friendly people who just want to get out and play like you do. We welcome all levels of players including beginner, recreational, intermediate, and competitive. Our …

This group is for anyone and everyone who wants to play volleyball with a great, friendly group of people. We welcome everyone from total beginners to very advanced, and everyone gets to play with people of their own skill level. It is our self styled mission to get as many people playing the great game of volleyball in Chicago as possible, so whether you are an old pro, or have never even touched a ball before - we are the place for you. Come along and check us out, nobody ever walks away witho …