February 15, 2012 


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Weekly Events  

We host weekly runs, clinics and yoga, and have listed the schedule for each store below.


OLD TOWN:

Monday - 6:30pm 

Fun Run 

Tuesday - 6:30am 

Community Yoga 

Tuesday - 6:30pm 

Chicks Night 

Wednesday - 6:30pm 

Fun Run 

Thursday - 6:30pm 

Good Form Running 

 

LINCOLN SQUARE: 

Monday - 6:30pm
Fun Run 

Tuesday - 6:30pm 

Good Form Running 

Wednesday - 6:30pm 

Chicks Night 

Saturday - 10:00am 

Fun Run 

Sunday - 10:00am 

Community Yoga  

FLEET FEET SPORTS  

WEEKLY NEWSLETTER 

UPCOMING RACES & EVENTS

NEW Chicago Endurance Training Programs Open

 

  Bank of America Chicago Marathon Training Program  

Goal Race: Bank of America Chicago Marathon - October 7, 2012 
Click here to register or for more information.
Chicago Endurance Sports
This program follows a customized 
  20-week program and has two  weekly coached, and paced workouts.  No other program in the city can match this. 

Rock 'n' Roll Chicago Half MarathonTraining Program
Goal race: Rock 'n' Roll Chicago - Sunday, July 22, 2012
Click here to register.

If the Rock 'n' Roll Chicago Half Marathon is a key part of your summe then join us for a great 12-week program to get you ready to rock!

CES Ironman Wisconsin and Half Ironman Training Programs
Goal Race: Ironman Wisconsin - Sunday, July 15, 2012
Full Ironman: Click Here to register and for more information.
Half Ironman: Click Here to register and for more information.
If you've signed up for one of the biggest races of your life, the Ironman or Half Ironman, CES can turn your race performance dreams into reality! You'll be able to relish the experience, knowing that you're prepared - physically and mentally - to succeed with the help of our coaches and your group trainees along the way. 

 

Soldier Field 10 Fleet Feet Sports Soldier Field 10 Mile
Saturday, May 26 | Soldier Field
7:00am Run Start, 7:45am Walk Start, 6:45am Kids Blitz Assembly
Click here to register and for more information.

It may be mid-February, but we've got May on our minds!  The Fleet Feet Sports Soldier Field 10 Mile promises to be the best kick-off to summer on Memorial Day weekend. We can't wait to have everyone lined up in front of Soldier Field getting ready to cross the 50 Yard Line.

Still on the fence if you will run? Get a group of friends together and plan a weekend in Chicago. Check out our partner hotels, the Palmer House Hilton, and Hilton Chicago for some great rates and weekend options.

Soldier Field 10 Shirts Each runner and walker will receive the Nike Challenger Running Shirt. A sweat-wicking, lightweight design with expert ventilation in Electrolime for the 10 Mile runners and Treasure Blue for the Hut-Hut Hike participants. These bright, bold colors won't be missed as you wear them during your runs throughout the year.

Ravenswood Run, a neighborhood 5K
Sunday, April 29 | Intersection of Wilson and Hermitage Avenues
8:00am Run Start 
  
Ravenswood 2012 Shirt Registration is open for
the Ravenswood Run, a neighborhood 5K! With
this year's registration, you'll receive a Mizuno QUICKDRY PLUS technical race shirt, in a color created just for the Ravenswood Run! You won't be missed on the path in this year's stand-out color, commemorating a refreshing early spring race.

The proceeds from the Ravenswood Run benefit the Ravenswood Community Services Food Pantry at All Saints' Episcopal Church and the Student Health Centers at Lakeview and Amundsen High Schools. 


No Boundaries 5K Training Program

Chicago Endurance Sports is offering a No Boundaries 5K Training Program for the Ravenswood Run.  Training begins at 6:30pm this Tuesday, February 21 at Fleet Feet Sports - Old Town. If you are unsure about how to properly train for a 5K, Chicago Endurance Sports will be there to guide you every step of the way.  
 
 
FEATURED PRODUCTS

New Balance 890v2 Puma Faas 800 Mizuno Wave Elixir 7
 
      Puma Faas 800            Wigwam Socks            Mizuno Elixir 7
                                    30% off until March 31st 
 
Go Fast with Asics

Asics Neo-33"New Shoe" February continues with the addition of the Asics
GEL-Neo33. Their 33 collection is inspired by the 33 joints in
the foot and from this collection.
The GEL-Neo33 has a new innovative construction providing the perfect combination of mild stability and cushioning in a lightweight package.

How would we describe the shoe?
  • Lightweight, high mileage trainer 
  • Supportive
  • Provides full ground contact
  • Offers an innovated design and construction 
Read more about the new Asics model here: Men's | Women's

Play Harder with 110%

100% Double Life Calf Sleeve110% Double Life Calf Sleeves offer the unique opportunity to combine performance compression with icing. Wear the sleeves on the run for improved blood circulation and muscle stability. After the run, speed up your recovery by pulling the special ice sheets from the included insulated bag, or the freezer, and slide them into the outer pocket. Combine compression with the anti-inflammatory benefits of icing for a deadly combination.

Check out the 110% Double Life Calf Sleeves at either Fleet Feet Sports - Chicago locations!

Ahead of the Curve - Garmin Forerunner 910XT

Garmin 910XTSpecifically designed to be the ultimate training tool for the multisport athlete, the Garmin Forerunner 910XT is the first watch of its kind to offer detailed swim metrics.
  • Water resistant to 50m (164 ft)
  • Tracks swim distance & path (via GPS, open water only)
  • Stroke identification & count
  • Counts pool lengths  
  • Calculates SWOLF swim efficiency scores
Not just for the amphibious types, the Forerunner 910XT offers 20 hours of time, distance, pace, barometric elevation, and heart rate in a newly slimmed down profile making it fantastic for ultra endurance athletes of all persuasions.

The Forerunner 910XT is available now at both Fleet Feet Sports - Chicago locations!

COMMUNITY

Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle Volunteers

Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle Fleet Feet Sports is recruiting volunteers to hand out Gatorade and smiles at the second aid station on the race route, located on Van Buren Street between Wacker Drive and Wells Street.  All volunteers will receive a Shamrock Shuffle t-shirt.

Cheer on family and friends, and show the running community a little love by volunteering for the Bank of America Shamrock Shuffle!   
To volunteer:
  1. Click here to go to the volunteer page.
  2. Click on the Register Now button
  3. Select Fleet Feet in the drop down menu
  4. Enter the password fleetfeet

Please email Karen if you have any questions or difficulty registering.  

 

Run with the Childrens Marathon Team

DetermiNation Runners The 2012 Bank of America Chicago Marathon is sold out, but the Children's Marathon Team still has entries! Already registered for the Chicago Marathon? Sign up with the Children's Marathon Team and make your experience even more meaningful!

The Children's Marathon Team is a highly motivated group of runners who show their dedication to improving the health and lives of kids and their families by raising funds for Children's Memorial Hospital while training for the Chicago Marathon.

Visit their website to find out more!