Gearing Up For Your First Marathon? Race season is here! There are in-person and virtual races to fit your schedule, but you might be wondering how to pick your first marathon. As the fall race season kicks off, we’ve got tips to help you navigate between different types of races. Another important question is how…
Do These Running Tips Sound Familiar? If you’re a runner of a certain age, you might recall some tips, tricks, and common practices that have now become obsolete. We’ve created a list for you to relive the glory days and think back fondly on how runners used to do things. 5 Running Myths Busted (But…
Ready for Marathon Training? Race season is right around the corner, and many runners are ready to sign up or have already signed up for a marathon. But even if you’re not signing up for a race, you might be wondering how to start training for a marathon. Wherever you are in your marathon journey,…
A Few of Our Favorite Running Spots Where to Run in St. Pete? The Sunshine City (aka St. Petersburg, FL) is a gorgeous place to run, walk, and workout. If you like to enjoy waterfront scenery where you might spot a dolphin or a manatee, we know a place you can go in downtown. If…
A Fun Group Run and an Ice Cold Peach Tea Group Run is Free and For All Levels What: Group Run for walkers, joggers, and runners Where: Meet at St. Pete Running Company (6986 22nd Ave N) When: Saturday, August 21st at 8:30 AM Who: You, your family, friends, kids, etc. Cost: FREE (and first-timers…
Are You Wearing Good Sunglasses? These Running Sunglasses Have It All! How often do you think about protecting your eyes from the harmful rays of the sun? When you’re wearing regular, non-polarized sunglasses, you might not realize that UV rays can still cause harm to your eyes. That’s why we recommend Goodr sunglasses, our best-selling…
Medical Staff Needs Great Footwear, Too Are You On Your Feet All Day at Work? If you’re a nurse or medical staff employee, it’s possible that you’ll spend an entire 12-hour shift on your feet with few opportunities to sit. Many jobs require employees to walk and stand for long shifts. We’re going to focus…
Walkers Need Great Footwear, Too Have You Tried Hoka Walking Shoes? When it comes to a low-impact workout, walking is one of the best exercises you can do. Not only is walking easier on the joints, it’s also a fantastic cardio workout, especially when you walk for at least 45 minutes a day. A recent…
New Footwear At St. Pete Running Company Spring is here and with running season in full-blast in St. Pete, it’s a great time to freshen up your running supplies. Just in time, several new models have just updated. Here’s a quick look at what just arrived. As always, we offer our unique StrideSmart Fit Process…
What’s Your Running Technique? It’s Not Too Late to Learn How to Run The biggest obstacle when it comes to effective running form and technique is a lack of information. Most people who start running don’t start by learning about form, they start with things like gear (shoes, tech clothes, smartwatches, running belts). While the…