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Small Business Saturday at The Running Place

Mr. Ken has been pacing the shop like it’s the last mile of a 5K, polishing the raffle drum, and ...

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Winter 2025 Newsletter

WINTER 2025 DIGITAL NEWSLETTER & COUPON — at the shop — Small Business Saturday at TRP! Mr. Ken is treating ...

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Don’t Be a Spooky Runner: Be Seen This Fall

Costumes on, lights on. Our Monday Night Group Run on Monday, October 27 at 6:45 p.m. is going full Halloween—so ...

Finish Line of the Delco 10 Miler running race in Delaware County, PA
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What A Day: Reflecting On The First Delco 10 Miler

An Open Letter From Mr. Ken: I’m still buzzing from the inaugural Delco 10 Miler—and I know I’m not the ...

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Saucony Wear Test Night: New Shoes, Pizza Slices, and Slightly Sweaty High-Fives

Monday, September 8 | Run at 6:45 PM | Pizza after It’s happening. It’s real. It’s glorious. For the first ...

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Fall 2025 Newsletter

FALL 2025 DIGITAL NEWSLETTER & COUPON — at the shop — Win Your Way into the Delco 10 Miler We’re ...

WEAR TEST
ON RUNNING WEAR TEST
WHEN: AUGUST 5TH
START TIME: 6:30 P.M.
ON Running will be at the Monday Night Run with the Monster 2, Runner 2, and Surfer for wear test! Free ON socks for whoever tests.
Run starts at 6:45 p.m. with pizza immediately after (on us!) at Upper Crust
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RACE ALERT
LIVE LIKE LEAH 5K
RACE DATE: AUGUST 18TH
START TIME: 9:00 A.M.

The 3rd Annual Live Like Leah 5k is a race to honor the life of an amazing woman, Leah Joy Bowers, who was a beloved teacher, coach, wife, daughter, sister, friend, and dog mom! 5K run and Mile Walk options.
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RACE ALERT
PHILADELPHIA DISTANCE RUN 1/2 MARATHON AND 5K
RACE DATE: SEPTEMBER 15TH
RACE TIME: 7 A.M. (5K), 7:30 A.M. (1/2 MARATHON)
The PDR was founded in 1978 and remains one of the world’s premier Half Marathons. It's a great fall tune up race going into marathon season!

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RACE ALERT
SAINTS' STOMP 5K AND MILE FUN RUN/WALK
RACE DATE: SEPTEMBER 21ST
START TIME: 9 A.M.

Benefitting the Ss. Colman–John Neumann School CYO Athletic Association in Bryn Mawr.

Race takes place right at the school!
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24 Years of Serving The Local Community and Beyond

The Running Place is more than just a retail shop; it’s a community hub for everyone who wears sneakers, from elite runners to everyday professionals like nurses, teachers, and restaurant workers. Embracing our motto “a running place for runners and others,” The Running Place offers a welcoming environment for all levels of activity. 

Pop in today to get your feet checked! 

The shop provides specialized services including gait analysis and footwear consultations to ensure every customer finds the right shoe for their feet, whether they’re hitting the pavement or standing on their feet all day at work. With a focus on building a supportive community, The Running Place also hosts group runs and events, fostering a spirit of camaraderie among participants.

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Delco 10-Miler: A Brand-New Tradition Starts This September

Mark your calendars and dust off those racing shoes — the very first Delco 10-Miler is happening on Saturday, September ...

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Winter 2025 Newsletter

WINTER 2025 DIGITAL NEWSLETTER & COUPON — at the shop — Small Business Saturday at TRP! Mr. Ken is treating ...

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Our Sidewalk Sale is Coming

Get Summer Started at The Running Place Sidewalk Sale! Hey runners! 🏃‍♀️🌞 Ready to jump-start your summer with some great ...

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