Home of the Midwest's largest running organization, as well as Chicago Runner Magazine. Get info and CARA's training and fitness program, and a comprehensive listing of Chicago area races. Homepage for Chicago's heftier runners.
Site includes personal essays, race results, and an assortment of related links.
When Chicago Tribune columnist Eric Zorn turned 40 in January 1998, he announced his intention to run a marathon. A throng of other first-timers decided to join him, and together they formed this virtual running club to train for the Chicago Marathon. Site has newsletters on their progress, plus marathon resources and columns. An informal information area dedicated to Chicago-area running. Cool Sports, Inc .