Martinus Evans, founder of Slow AF Run Club, is coming to Charm City Run Timonium! He recently wrote and published Slow AF Run Club: the ultimate guide for anyone who wants to run, a book for those who may not fit the image of a “traditional” runner. It’s a how-to guide aimed at helping those at the “back of the pack” feel empowered to lace up their running shoes and get moving in their body as-is.

Join us for a special Book Signing and Fun Run event with Martinus on Monday, June 12 at 6PM. We’ll start with a Fun Run/Walk and Brooks will be on-site with demo shoes to try. Then we’ll enjoy refreshments and a brief talk by Martinus about his experiences that led him to start Slow AF Run Club and write a book. Martinus will be available for Q&A, book signing and photos.

About the Book:

Slow AF contains specialized advice for slow runners from someone who started his running journey by falling off a treadmill (literally). Martinus Evans has been through it all–and has the cautionary tales to prove it. It’s a book designed to make getting started less intimidating, covering everything from the gear you need as a beginner and simple nutrition to training schedules, recovery tips, finding a group, and running races (including why it’s okay to come in dead f*cking last). Part blueprint, part workbook, and part hard-truth and humorous memoir, Slow AF is here to help you on every step of your journey, from jogging your first block to your first finish line and beyond.

About the Author:

Martinus Evans has run over eight marathons since his doctor told him to “lose weight or die” in July 2012. Since then, he’s also coached hundreds of runners and founded the Slow AF Run Club, a community of over 10,000 members worldwide. He is also the author of the book Slow AF Run Club: The ultimate guide for anybody who wants to run.  When he’s not running races around the world, he enjoys speaking passionately about issues related to size-inclusivity, mindset, DEI and mental health.

We believe everyone should feel safe walking and running wherever and whenever so Charm City Run is hosting a FREE special event called Be Aware Everywhere. In partnership with New Balance, Nathan and Friends of Patterson Park, we invite you to join you on Sunday, June 4 at 9am in Patterson Park, Baltimore, MD.

• Tips from Matt Killian, Sergeant in Marine Corps and 6th Degree Master Instructor on how to stay safe when running or walking in different scenarios

• Group Fun Run led by New Balance and demo shoes to try

• Stretch and warm-up led by Kelly Berger, Former USA Women's Lacrosse Player and Owner & Master Instructor, Resistance Fitness

• First 100 will receive mini strobe lights

• Test open ear headphones to help be more aware of your surroundings

• Product education on reflective gear

• And more!

This is an opportunity that will help all of us Be Aware Everywhere when we walk and run.

THE STORY

Johnny Gregorek, an ASICS elite athlete and American middle-distance runner, is the second fastest American to run the mile. But one of his more recent accomplishments and a unique record – the fastest to run a mile in blue jeans - holds a special place in his record books.

In May 2020, Johnny set out to break the world record for the Blue Jean Mile in honor of his brother, Patrick, who lost his battle with mental illness at just 21-years-old in 2019.

Paddy, as he was affectionately referred to by his family, enjoyed running for the fun of it, as Johnny had early on. And Johnny felt Paddy would have enjoyed watching him try to run the mile as fast as possible in a pair of blue jeans.

HOW WE CAN HELP

ASICS, a brand built on the ethos of SOUND MIND, SOUND BODY™, has been inspired by Johnny’s advocacy work around mental health and his use of his platform to educate people on mental illness.

Please join Charm City Run and ASICS for one of our own Blue Jean Mile Runs to support the National Alliance on Mental Illness Maryland and Delaware. Wear your blue jeans and we'll run a mile together then enjoy drinks and snacks. We'll also be offering a special discount and ASICS gift with purchase. Plus, ASICS will donate $5 for every pair of ASICS shoes purchased May 24 and Charm City Run will match to go to the National Alliance for Mental Illness Maryland

You’re invited to join us on Saturday, January 7th for all things Froggy Hollow!  

We will check out the Froggy Hollow 5 & 9 presented by Altra race course with one of the Race Organizers, Sarah B.  Then, we will gather at Charm City Run Gaithersburg for more trail running fun with food, drinks, deals, shoe fittings, and shoe demos with Altra. Altra will be in-store where there will also be food, drinks, deals, and trail shoe fittings.  Don’t miss your chance to win a pair of Altra shoes - more info below.  We hope to see you for all or some of these great events this Saturday!

Froggy Hollow 5 & 9 presented by Altra Course Preview Run on Saturday, Jan 7, 2023

Where: Little Bennett Trailhead off Prescott Rd 

When: 9:50 AM brief course chat w/ Sarah B.  Cue sheets will be available.  Start run at 10 AM.

What to expect: Total mileage is approx 6 miles (parking lot to loop + one loop + exit loop back to the parking lot).  Some people will run the course loop once, others will run the loop twice or more to practice for race day.  You’re welcome to run the loop as many times as you want!  Then, join the post-run fun at Charm City Run Gaithersburg.

Check out the course here:
INTERACTIVE COURSE MAP

Altra at CCR Gaithersburg on Saturday, Jan 7, 2023

Where: Charm City Run Gaithersburg

Kentlands Square

255 Kentlands Blvd

Gaithersburg, MD 20878

When: Store will open at 10 AM 

Refreshments will be available starting at 12 PM.  

Trail shoe fittings and store deals all day!

What to expect: Join us for complimentary food and drink while you browse - 15% off all full-priced items in the store!  Try out the latest Altras and chat with Altra Running starting at 12 PM.  TWO pairs of Altra shoes will be raffled off at 4 PM on Saturday!! To enter the drawing: stop by the Gaithersburg CCR store between 10 AM and 4 PM on Saturday, Jan 7th and grab a ticket, no purchase is necessary.  A Charm City Run Events team member will be at the store after 12 PM to answer any Charm City Run Event questions and to chat about the Froggy Hollow 5 & 9 presented by Altra event.  

During the month of August we'll be hosting Thursday evening training fun runs to preview different sections of the Under Armour Charles Street 12 presented by KELLY on September 3. These runs are intended to be a fun way to get out for 3-5 miles with others during the summer. All paces are welcome!

Preview Run #4 will meet at Under Armour Headquarters.

Please arrive at 6:15pm so we are ready to start running as a group at 6:30pm. Look for the Charm City Run tent or flag at each location.

For more information or to register for the race, please visit https://www.charlesst12.com/

During the month of August we'll be hosting Thursday evening training fun runs to preview different sections of the Under Armour Charles Street 12 presented by KELLY on September 3. These runs are intended to be a fun way to get out for 3-5 miles with others during the summer. All paces are welcome!

Preview Run #3 will start at The Walters Art Museum in the Mt. Vernon neighborhood of Baltimore City.

Please arrive at 6:15pm so we are ready to start running as a group at 6:30pm. Look for the Charm City Run tent or flag at each location.

For more information or to register for the race, please visit https://www.charlesst12.com/

You can become a runner and you’ve already taken the first step by checking out our Running 101 sessions.

Aliya Reich, Charm City Run Fells Point 5k/10k coach, will answer all your questions about how to begin running. She will help you with how to pace yourself, the gear you’ll need to get started and most importantly, setting your goals!

Join Aliya for one of these upcoming virtual Running 101 sessions. Register by clicking on your preferred date below. After registering, you will receive a confirmation email containing information about joining the meeting.

Join Charm City Run Timonium for a special XC in-store XC event! Try demo shoes from top brands and meet their reps! Receive a Limited Edition XC shirt FREE with $50 purchase! Plus, raffles, food, and more!