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Since 1993, The Running Factory has been supporting and developing the running and walking community in Windsor and Essex County with top quality shoes, apparel, advice and events. With humble beginnings in a 700 sq. foot store on Wyandotte St. East with only two employees, The Running Factory has expanded to include a second store location on Walker Rd., an online store, and a friendly, knowledgeable staff of twenty-two. The Running Factory is proud to have served the community for the past 25 years, creating a positive, informative and friendly relationship with customers. We take the time to measure...
Anyone that has taken up running knows that the hardest part is getting out the front door. Whether you have started on a new journey or looking for motivation and momentum to keep going, check out the YQG Run Groups! From Monday to Sunday, groups meet throughout the city and county giving the opportunity to find accountability and motivation through it the week. For more information on when and where groups meet, find them on Facebook and Instagram: Blue Heron BlazersSandwich Beer RunnersweULTRAAmherstburg Running ClubShores of Erie Run Club (SERC)Social Running Group (SRG)519 Runners and WalkersDub City RunnersWarm Up...
Here at the RF we believe there is a runner inside everyone. People may say that they “don’t have a runner’s body”, or that they “aren’t built for running”, but we firmly believe that anyone can become a runner. While it is tempting to run out the door and go as fast and far as our body will take us, we’ve found that a mixture of walking and running is the best way to introduce oneself to the activity. Our “Learn to Run” clinic is catered toward the new or beginner runner. Whether you are here to start your journey...