Cross Country Runners, you’re invited to a special XC Day at Charm City Run Annapolis sponsored by Saucony! Vendors including Saucony, Brooks, Altra, Asics, Mizuno, Nike and Puma will be all on-site with demo shoes. We’ll have specials, a gift with purchase and yummy food to enjoy! Don’t miss this special XC event!
Join us for a demo run with Nike and try out the new Pegasus and Invicible. We will also be raffling off a couple Nike prizes!
Join ATI Physical Therapy who will be in-store on Thursday, July 13 at 6PM to discuss how to prevent heat exhaustion when running in the summer. They will also be available for questions. Afterward we'll go for a fun run and then enjoy some beverages!
We are celebrating Father’s Day with Charm City Run at our 2nd Annual Donuts with Dad 5k. All are welcome to join us for a walk, run, or stroll.
One ticket per person. Each person receives a race bib, a donut, refreshments, and a photo opportunity.
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.
A CHARM CITY RUN SIGNATURE EVENT
Wednesday, June 7th is National Running Day and we're going to celebrate for a full 24 hours by using the power of running to make a difference in our local community. We're challenging you to use your legs to run (or walk) the Annapolis Town Center for 24 hours, 1 hour, or anything in-between to raise funds for Danny's Fund, a component fund of the Community Foundation of Anne Arundel County. Contributions raised from this event will be directed towards purposes and causes that could help change the course of addiction in Anne Arundel County.
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.
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.
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 18 and Charm City Run will match to go to the National Alliance for Mental Illness Maryland
You don't need to travel to a galaxy far, far away to experience the best in running shoe foam! Join Charm City Run Annapolis for Foam Wars! We will have vendors on-site (Altra, ASICS, Mizuno, Puma, and Saucony) and you'll be able to try a pair of their running shoes, run a lap around the Town Center, then switch to another brand and finally pick your favorite at the end. We will be offering a special shopping discount at the event, plus raffles and refreshments! To be eligible for the raffles, you need to run in each of the vendors' shoes.
Join Charm City Run Annapolis for a Fun Run with On! Meet at our store and demo the new On Cloudsurfer as we go for a run!
It's National Scrabble Day so why not have a Scrabble Fun Run! Every half a loop around the Annapolis Town Center you will get a letter block. The person who can make the highest scoring word wins the grand prize!
Join Charm City Run Annapolis for a Fun Run with On! Meet at our store and demo the new On Cloudsurfer as we go for a run!
Get lucky at our Charm City Run Annapolis Pot O’Gold Fun Run! Gold coins will be hiding around the Town Center…find one and choose a special prize from our Pot O’Gold! And don’t forget to check out our St. Patrick’s Day Collection! This is the perfect event to get into the St. Patrick’s Day spirit!
Join Charm City Run Annapolis and Brooks Running for a special event on Sunday morning, March 5 at 9AM. Brooks will have demos and we'll have yummy breakfast treats. Ladies, this is a great opportunity to get fitted for a run bra!
Are you running or walking and not seeing the improvements you are hoping for? Are you dealing with an injury or aches and pains but can't quite figure out why or what to do about it? Join Charm City Run's Run/Walk The Lab in partnership with Novacare Physical Therapy and Brooks Running and we will help! Book a 15 minute time slot with a PT from Novacare, get footwear advice from a Brooks representative and we will get you back on track!
Sign up for an appointment today and you will also receive a free gift from Brooks. Register now as time slots are filling quickly!
Join Charm City Run Annapolis for Tutu’s on 2/2 with She Runs this Town! We'll kick off the evening at 6PM with a 2.2 mile Fun Run. Tutu’s are encouraged but not required! Brooks will be on site with demo shoes and ready to answer any and all questions about Brooks Run Bras. After the Fun Run, stay for shopping, wine tasting, and other refreshments. Raffles and other fun will be had!
To celebrate the 10th Anniversary of the Under Armour B3 Distance Series presented by Kelly Benefits, Charm City Run and Under Armour are hosting a B3 Launch Party on Saturday, February 25. Join us for a group run, followed by a light breakfast, and a special gift for B3 registrants. We hope to see you there (feel free to bring a running buddy with you!)!
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.
In celebration of the holiday season, wear a festive ugly sweater to our Thursday, December 16 Fun Run and be entered into a raffle to win prizes!
Join us for a festive fun run with On Running on Thursday, December 8 at 6PM. Bring a toy to donate to Toys for Tots and you’ll be entered into a raffle to win a pair of free On Running shoes!
Have you ever wanted to learn more about how you move when you run?
We have partnered with NovaCare Rehabilitation, a leading provider of sports physical therapy, to help you improve performance and prevent injury by measuring exactly how YOU move when you run, with the dorsaVi Running Analysis.
What is the dorsaVi Running Analysis?
This cutting-edge technology uses revolutionary wireless wearable sensors to evaluate and measure a range of running metrics critical to injury prevention and improving your performance. NovaCare’s licensed physical therapists use this information along with video gait analysis and clinical examination to identify a corrective plan to help you run more efficiently and prevent orthopaedic injury.
On December 1, get your in-store running analysis, which involves the 20-30 minute dorsaVi running assessment with wearable sensors conducted on our store treadmill and a brief video and corrective plan based on your results.
Delicious donuts! Yes please! Charm City Run Annapolis will set up a route that is about a quarter mile, then for each loop you enjoy a donut! Meet at the store at 6PM and we'll get started from there!
Whether you are just coming off of a race or are looking to stay active this Winter, everyone has one common goal in mind… staying healthy! Come join physical therapists from NovaCare Rehabilitation on Thursday, November 3 for individual 15 minute injury screenings if you are already dealing with something nagging. Keeping you running happy and healthy is our goal this Winter!
Join Charm City Run Annapolis for a Spook-tacular Fun Run! Come dressed in your Halloween costume and we'll have prizes for the best costumes! And of course lots of Halloween treats!
Join us for a Pub Run and Rehab2Perform will be on-site to discuss specific injuries and methods of prevention and treatment.
Dr. Josh Funk, Founder/CEO of Rehab2Perform, will be on-site at Charm City Run Annapolis providing free 10 minute one-on-one sessions to be able to discuss any injury concerns you may have when running or walking. Limited appointments available.
Rehab 2 Perform's mission to ensure that you reduce the risk of re-injury and are empowered with the tools you need to be physically active, and achieve performance in the areas that matter to you.
Experience a shoe that will propel you forward, plus the fact that most of the design consists of bio-based or recycled materials. The Mizuno Wave Neo running shoe will have you feeling good about your runs in more ways than one. Join us on Thursday, October 6 to demo the shoe for yourself and enjoy beverages, snacks, and shopping at Charm City Run Annapolis!
Burgers and Bands For Suicide Prevention is excited to announce we are partnering with Charm City Run and the Annapolis Towne Center to host a special Burgers and Bands events at the Annapolis Towne Center. This is a family-friendly event featuring local bands and benefiting mental health initiatives in Anne Arundel County.
Stay tuned for more information about a beer garden, great burgers and more!
Join Charm City Run Annapolis and Altra for a trail run at the beautiful Annapolis Waterworks Park.
Join us for an injury prevention clinic with Rehab2Perform who will discuss specific injuries and methods of prevention and treatment. Altra will also be on site to demo running shoes.
