Long Distance Run
Hi All
Looking to join a group for a long distance Run on the weekend
Average pace is 710 for marathon pace
u/MangoAir217 — 2 days ago
r/RunnersInChicago
How is the blvd system running south of Humboldt park?
Hey! So I recently moved to the northwest side of Logan and want to try and incorporate the blvd system into some of my mid week moderate length runs of 8-12 miles. (Currently training for a marathon)
I’m already very familiar with the usual suspects for long runs, north branch, north channel, lake front, etc, and I like using the 606 for some runs especially speed work, but I like neighborhood running for my mid week easier runs where I can just get out my door and mosey around. I’m always looking for more variety and get sick of the same routes over and over
I’m familiar with running the Logan blvds & Humboldt park, but how is the pedestrian infrastructure for taking Sacramento blvd down to franklin blvd and then to Garfield park? I don’t mind some lights if it’s similar to Kedzie/Logan/Humboldt, but if it’s going to feel like a traffic ridden death trap with no sidewalks I’d like to know before setting out that way.
Note: Not a safety/crime question by the way, thats not a concern for me. I just want to know about the actual running experience on that route infrastructure wise as it relates to traffic and intersections.
u/Tulip_1994 — 2 days ago
Any running buddies F/M ?
So I’m Eddy ! 28m Latino who’s looking for friends to run with . I just started getting serious although I’m fit and always have been working out but I just didn’t realize how much I was missing out on RUNNING culture . So any experience welcome 🤗 I would love to do some weekend runs in the Lake Michigan. preferably Sunday morning but lmk ! Also into music so any music lovers are welcome to dm me. I just want to enjoy the city more since there’s always a ton of great activities going on . Thank you and God bless y’all
u/suburbman69 — 2 days ago
▲ 28 r/RunnersInChicago
Running past people
does anyone have trouble when passing people on sidewalks? If I don’t say “on your left/right”, they either can’t hear me or get mad when I don’t. if I do say it, it scares the living s*** out of them and is just very awkward. wondering if anyone has some advice on this?
u/mixedmaster3 — 3 days ago
Running from Aurora to Oak street beach Downtown
Any advice? I’m planning to run 42 miles. What time should I start, and should I bring someone with me just in case? This will be my first time running that far. Previously, I’ve run a marathon and have completed 20-mile runs multiple times.
I also understand that I’m most likely undertrained, but I still want to take on this challenge
u/BullfrogEven6388 — 3 days ago
Running plans for visit
I’ll be in Chicago at the Sheraton grand. Looks like the lakefront is the closest known location for getting miles in. Aiming to do 5 miles each am. Is that a pretty safe place? 35f
u/FailAggravating3732 — 3 days ago
First 420 Centric Run Club / Org Based in Chicago, IL 📍
Runners High Chicago was established in June 2022 as a 420-centric run community. We meet every Saturday at 9 AM and explore different neighborhoods and routes throughout Chicago and the surrounding suburbs.
Over the past few years, our community has grown through weekly runs, events, conversations, and community-building around running, wellness, and cannabis culture. We’ve been fortunate to be featured in the Chicago Tribune, South Side Weekly, High Times, and Women’s Health Magazine.
We’ve also hosted conversations around cannabis and wellness, including a panel with former NFL player Ricky Williams, where he shared his journey and relationship with cannabis.
Outside of our weekly runs, we set up cheer zones at major races, including the Chicago Marathon and Half Marathon, to support and encourage our runners along the course.
If you’re in Chicago and this sounds like your kind of community, come run with us! 🏃🏽♀️💨
We’re always happy to meet new people and welcome anyone who wants to move, connect, and be part of the community.
I hope this post reaches the right people!
u/AK40SEV — 3 days ago
▲ 73 r/RunnersInChicago
Wish these were out all summer
I know air and water show weekend is challenging on the north side of the LFT. But these water fountain extenders almost make it worth it. Wish they were around for more than a couple of days.
u/gins85 — 5 days ago
▲ 12 r/RunnersInChicago
Long Run Recs in Logan Square?
Update: Thanks for all your recommendations, community! I think I'm going to try the North Shore Channel Trail!
Training for the Chicago Marathon (my second since running SF in 2018, so it feels brand new again) and am looking for long run routes in Logan Square or Humboldt Park for 15 miles +
Anyone have a route/loop they love? Wondering if I need to bite the bullet and drive out to the LFT hella early in the morning for these long runs...
u/ArtAcceptable6442 — 6 days ago
A few hours before the storm this morning
u/mguido3 — 9 days ago
Training for Oct. 11th, and given later sunrises thinking about this to help fit in my increasingly longer mid-week runs before needing to leave for work :)
u/Whatsupination — 8 days ago
LFT's faded striping & markings are a genuine hazard. Chi Parks, can we get a repaint STAT?
I rode the north side stretch of the Lakefront Trail this weekend, and the lane stripes and markings are worn way past useful & safe in many spots – including where the bike and ped/running paths merge or cross.
See the pics for four trouble spots near Belmont Harbor and Oak St Beach (Apple Maps has these recent aerials, but all four spots are worse since). Much of the north trails could use a full restriping, but hotspots like these are urgent.
Without visible lines, sometimes it's guesswork where to be, especially for visitors or newbies. The way bikes sometimes belong in between running lanes, sometimes side-by-side, etc... it's not easy if you're not a regular. I use LFT often and see confusion and near-collisions frequently due to the faded paint.
Chicago Park District maintains the LFT – hoping this helps push a repaint quickly. Beach sand & winter weather surely make the paint fade faster than other areas, so thanks in advance to CPD for tackling this before it gets worse..!
u/Finally-Chicago — 10 days ago
▲ 362 r/RunnersInChicago
Can we please not do this shit?
It is lazy and beyond annoying. You can find a trash can ohhhh I don’t know..just all up and down the LFT. I saw this at multiple fountains today as well as used gel packets all over the ground. What the fuck is wrong with people.
u/ahg220 — 11 days ago
Is sub 4 doable at Chicago for a first marathon?
Here's where my fitness is at
Hey all. Running Chicago on 10/11, my first marathon. Local, so I get to sleep in my own bed, which feels reassuring.
About me: Started running about a year ago. Came into this training block around a 2:00 half in decent weather. On a Runna plan, currently week 11 of 19. Four runs a week plus lifting 4-5 days, mileage in the low 30s (miles) at the moment, peaking in the low 40s later in the block.
Current fitness: All my training since June has been in Chicago swamp air, so I honestly can't tell what's fitness and what's weather. Recent long runs with marathon pace blocks in them:
Jul 19: 12 mi with a 5 mi MP block at 8:49, avg HR 159, dew point 61
Jul 26: 14 mi with a 6 mi MP block at 8:48, avg HR 165, dew point 71
Aug 9: 15 mi with a 7 mi MP block at 8:42, avg HR 164, dew point mid 60s, finished strong
HRs are from the MP block portions
Still to come: 16, 17, 19, and 21 mile long runs, plus a half marathon distance long run in a couple weeks that should give me a better fitness check.
Runna has my marathon pace at 8:40 which feels ambitious off a 2:00 half, so I'm not chasing that. But sub 4 is the goal I want. That's about 9:05-9:10 pace, and my MP blocks are already faster than that in bad conditions.
So, is sub 4 realistic here, or am I flattering myself because the blocks are only 5-7 miles? For anyone who trained through a humid summer and raced a cool (knock on wood) October marathon, how much time actually came back on race day? Any Chicago specific advice welcome too.
Thanks. Trying not to be the guy who learns about the wall in real time in front of my entire city.
u/chddssk — 10 days ago
Marathon Mile 18-20 aid station
Can someone point me to who covers the aid stations for miles 18-20? I'm looking to reach out to see if they still need volunteers.
u/DFJollyK23 — 7 days ago
PT Recommendations in Bucktown/Wicker Park
Hello!
I’m training for a half and have had some issues with my hip. Recently I get three miles in and it feels extremely taut/sore. I think it might be a glute med issue. Thanks for your help!
u/Middle-Landscape2060 — 13 days ago
Chicago events around the Mag Mile Race date
I'll be in town for the week during the Mag Mile Race, are there any fun events going on? Doesn't have to be running related. Just looking for something fun and safe. I saw something for Printer's Row, but I don't know what that is and if it's open to the public. I don't get to visit Chicago often so any help is greatly appreciated.
u/dizzydragon13 — 14 days ago
Are we gonna get more bad air?
obviously this question is very low priority compared to what ppl on the west coast are going through, but I still wonder!!
those that have knowledge on this, is there a chance that we will get more bad air this weekend as a result of the fires? I just hated it last month and don’t want to go through that again.
u/Hello_world_howru — 14 days ago