Fleet Feet Chicago

Owner Dave Zimmer was on Fox32 Chicago this morning talking about the importance of good fitting running shoes, along with next week's 'Big Run' celebration at Shore Club Chicago for #GlobalRunningDay https://lnkd.in/gxK5rMRJ Register for the Big Run here: https://lnkd.in/gCN574Vk

Last Friday, our team had the privilege to serve at Nourishing Hope’s food pantry. Nourishing Hope is a local nonprofit that is aiming to eliminate hunger and poverty in the Chicago community by providing food to fill the basic need of hungry people and providing social service programs such as access mental health therapists, job application help, and more. Fleet Feet Training x CES is a proud supporter of Nourishing Hope’s charity marathon runners, and also works with the team for a November food drive. #RunningChangesEverything

Outside Magazine always presents the pinnacle of the outdoor experience. Thank you to #NewBalance for giving us in the running world the opportunity to talk about our glorious cities and explore them while running or racing. #RunningChangesEverything Keith Kelly #FleetFeetChicago #FleetFeetSports #FleetFeet John Moloznik Catherine Moloznik Jason Jabaut Joey Pointer Tiffany Greco Lee Tom Carleo

Owner Dave Zimmer was recently quoted in Outside Magazine. “Chicago is one of the best places in the world from May through October, with all its festivals and events,” says Dave Zimmer, “and the running scene is vibrant year-round.” The Chicago-area native should know. Zimmer and his wife, Lisa, spent the last 28 years opening Fleet Feet stores across the city. And though he admits, “you have to be kind of hardy,” to run through the winters, when it comes to routes, races, and other intangibles, Zimmer says, “Chicago is just fantastic.” Read the article here: https://lnkd.in/gkAWKhUQ

Employee Spotlight: Carly Orent Carly is a full-time outfitter at Fleet Feet Lincoln Square, and has been working with us for 4 years. Learn more about Carly below: How long have you been running — I have been running for 11 years and counting. I did cross country in middle school, high school, and college and have made the transition to road running. Favorite race experience — My favorite race experience as of late has to be my most recent one at the F^3 Half Marathon at the beginning of February. Running on the lakefront with one of my coworkers who I see day in and day out was a blast. It was nothing short of amazing to share a first half marathon with her. One item you can't leave for a run without — The one item I can't leave for a run without is nutrition. I love my Gus, specifically the Chocolate Outrage flavor because it tastes like chocolate pudding. Favorite part about working with our customers — My favorite part about working with our customers is being able to share my knowledge with them. It's incredibly fulfilling to see them light up when they find what works for them, not to mention when they come back in and share their appreciation in-store. #RunningChangesEverything #RunChi

The On Cloudmonster Hyper for Fleet Feet Chicago Photographer: Amber Millan-Melton Producer: Amber Millan-Melton @ Allison O’Keefe Styling: Paige Crawford Lighting: Daniel Delgado Modeling: Julia Bergstrom Taylor Gammon

Employee Spotlight: Erico Barrera Erico is a full-time outfitter at Fleet Feet South Loop and has been with us for the past 2 years. Learn more about Erico below: How long have you been running? — I've been running for 14 years Favorite race experience? — Chicago Marathon Weekend What's one item you can't leave for a run without? — My Garmin watch What's your favorite part about working with our customers? — Getting the opportunity to educate them with proper footwear and apparel. #RunningChangesEverything #RunChi

We're super pumped to announce that Dionne Miller will be joining David Kaplan and Bernie's Book Bank CEO Darrin Utynek on the 5th Annual #WalkAsOneChicago! Special shoutout to Fleet Feet Chicago for keeping us fitted with the latest and greatest! Join them by registering to walk below. https://bit.ly/3Pncy42

Join us one week from today in celebrating Women's History Month! Fleet Feet Chicago is hosting a fun run and panel in partnership with Altra Running and Latinas Run to celebrate Girls on the Run-Chicago's 25th anniversary! Join us at Fleet Feet Lincoln Square for a run or walk. We'll run three miles around the historic Ravenswood neighborhood, and also have a 1-mile walk option. Altra will be on-site with demo shoes to test out for the run portion. After the run, stay for a panel discussion. The panel consists of influential women in running world who are committed to creating space and pathways for the empowerment and inclusion of women. Our Executive Director Jillian Eid is on the panel, and our SoleMates Team Manager and Development Associate Angelica Cabrera is Co-Moderating! Click here to RSVP: https://lnkd.in/dbWfXz5V #fleetfeet #GOTRC25 #latinasrun #altra #gotrchicago #girlsontherun

Employee Spotlight: Mark Hahn Mark is a full-time outfitter at Fleet Feet Deerfield and has been with us for the past 6 months. Learn more about Mark below: How long have you been running? I've been running for nearly 18 years now. I began running as a way to lose weight as I feared that I wouldn't be able to keep up with my newly born son. Now he's off to college in the fall, and I can't imagine my life without running. How long have you been working at Fleet Feet? I've been working at Fleet Feet in Deerfield since October of 2023 Favorite race experience? Long Grove's Prairie State Half Marathon in September. The early rolling hills lead to a flat last nine miles. In 2019 the weather was absolutely perfect, and I was able to PR at age 40. What's one item you can't leave for a run without? Have to have my headphones. A little bit of ambient noise via podcasts really helps me. What's your favorite part about working with our customers? It's so important for people to get the right shoes/insoles/socks, because everything starts with the feet! I love interacting and learning about our customers to get them just the right fit so that they can go out in everyday comfort. It's a wonderful experience helping people begin the process of running or walking pain-free so they can truly live! #RunningChangesEverything #RunChi