Come race or support this great event with us! See more info on the race and registration here!

GE Spectator Race-Day Plan: Davis Park will be the best location to watch the swim exit and the bike out and in, and to watch the runners exit T2. We plan to set up the Grit Endurance tent in Beattie Park to support the run, where spectators will have 4 opportunities to see their athletes pass by! This can also be used as a meeting location for athletes and friends/family after the race!

Join us for our June group ride! The meetup location for this ride will be Hardware Sustainable Gastropub & Brewery in Aurora! All levels are welcome, and there will be 3 pace groups: 14-16 mph, 17-19 mph and 20+ mph. The full ride route is 49 miles, but anyone riding less distance can turn around at any point. Here is the Garmin course route, please download it ahead of time if possilbe. After the ride, we can hang out for some lunch and brews! All riders must be a GE team member and have signed a waiver prior to attending. Please arrive 15-20 minutes before 8:00 to get ready, as we will leave promptly at 8am! Reach out to Jim@grit-endurance.com for more info!

Our friends at Mox Multisport are offering a free bike maintenance and fix a flat clinic at 6pm on June 11th! This will be perfect for beginners and anyone who would like to get a better understanidng of some bike maintenance basics! Also, if you need a tuneup, remember that as a GE member you get 30% off bike service!

Come race or support this new event with us in 2026! More information and registration can be found here.

The Bank of America Chicago 13.1 offers runners a unique experience, bringing a world-class half marathon to the neighborhoods of Chicago’s West Side. The 13.1-mile course weaves through the historic parks and boulevards of the West Side, starting and finishing in Garfield Park with scenic loops through Humboldt and Douglass Parks.

For our May group ride, we are pumped to be going to the Arlignton 500, hosted by the Arlington Heights Bicycle Club! The Arlington 500 is a recreational bike ride on scenic roads in Lake County. The cumulative routes are 20.2, 43.9, 59.3, 83, and 100.8 miles.  The routes are marked and designated with colors on the route markers.  Included with registration are downloadable GPS routes and/or cue sheets.  This is a supported ride and with provided food and beverages at the rest stop.  On-site restrooms are available at the registration / rest stop.

Are you passionate about both running and reading? Join Grit Endurance’s “Zone 2 Book Crew,” where we blend the thrill of endurance sports with the joy of literature! Each month, we’ll choose a captivating book that inspires and motivates athletes like you. At the end of the month, lace up your shoes for an easy-paced, zone 2, group run, where we’ll share insights, discuss themes, and connect with fellow runners over the pages we’ve explored.

Our May Group Run location is thanks to GE Coach and IronWoman Extraordinaire, Sarah Beerman! We’re heading to the beautiful Ravenswood neighborhood! We will meet at 9am at the Eco Flamingo Market Cafe (4754 N. Rockwell), and then run for about an hour out and back on the North Shore Channel Trail. Afterwards, we’ll hang out and have some coffee and breakfast! If you want to run more miles, feel free to knock out some miles ahead of time!

Are you passionate about both running and reading? Join Grit Endurance’s “Zone 2 Book Crew,” where we blend the thrill of endurance sports with the joy of literature! Each month, we’ll choose a captivating book that inspires and motivates athletes like you. At the end of the month, lace up your shoes for an easy-paced, zone 2, group run, where we’ll share insights, discuss themes, and connect with fellow runners over the pages we’ve explored.

Join us for our first monthly group ride of 2026! The meetup location for this ride will be Werk Force Brewing, at 14903 S. Center St., in Plainfield. All levels are welcome, and we will do an out and back route on the rural roads west of Plainfield, so you can do any distance up to 69 miles!

Our April Group Run is being “hosted” by GE legend, Maggie Benhart! We’ll be heading to beautiful Waterfall Glenn! Park at the main parking lot off of Cass Avenue, just south of I-55. We will meet at 9am, and then run for about an hour out and back on the trail. Afterwards, we’ll head to Blueberry Hill Breakfast Cafe! If you want to run more miles, feel free to knock out some miles ahead of time! The full trail loop is about 9.5 miles, so this one is going to be perfect for those of that are deep in training!

Join us for this great local running event along Chicago’s lakefront! Registration and more info here!

Are you passionate about both running and reading? Join Grit Endurance’s “Zone 2 Book Crew,” where we blend the thrill of endurance sports with the joy of literature! Each month, we’ll choose a captivating book that inspires and motivates athletes like you. At the end of the month, lace up your shoes for an easy-paced, zone 2, group run, where we’ll share insights, discuss themes, and connect with fellow runners over the pages we’ve explored.

Shamrock Shuffle with Grit Endurance!

Kick off the spring running season in style with this epic event in downtown Chicago! Registration and more info here!

Our March Group Run location is taking us to Bucktown and the 606 trail! We will meet at 9am at Goddess and the Grocer (1649 N. Damen), then run for about an hour on the trail, returning back to the cafe for breakfast and coffee around 10:00! If you want to run more, feel free to knock out some miles ahead of time!

Interested in showing off your favorite coffee shop and run route? Reach out to us with your ideas and we will likely include it for a future run!

Join your fellow Grit Endurance athletes for fun and camaraderie on the slopes! Embrace the thrill of winter by joining us to ski or snowboard - the perfect way to stay active during the triathlon off-season! Whether you’re a seasoned skier, an adventurous snowboarder, or just looking to try something new, this event is for you! As usual, friends and family are welcome!

Ready for a night of fun, friendly competition, and socializing? Join us for Trivia Night on Thursday, February 13^that 7:30pm at O'Donovan's Pub. It's the perfect opportunity to relax, bond with your teammates, and show off your trivia skills (or lack thereof). Whether you're a trivia pro or just in it for the fun, everyone is welcome! 

Our February group run is taking us to Lincoln Square, and includes a bonus dynamic stretching and mobility session afterwards with DPT, Erin Short! We are going to meet at Morning Bird Studio (3738 N . Lincoln) at 9am, run for an hour on the North Shore Channel Trail, then return back to Morning Bird at 10am for a 45-min mobility workout. Afterwards, we’ll head to Mimi’s Cafe next door for food, coffee and hanging out!

Join us for some frosty fun on the lakefront! This is a great race because you can warm up before the race and warm up again after the race indoors at Soldier Field! Registration and more info here.

Are you passionate about both running and reading? Join Grit Endurance’s “Zone 2 Book Crew,” where we blend the thrill of endurance sports with the joy of literature! Each month, we’ll choose a captivating book that inspires and motivates athletes like you. At the end of the month, lace up your shoes for an easy-paced, zone 2, group run, where we’ll share insights, discuss themes, and connect with fellow runners over the pages we’ve explored.

Due to inclement weather (ah, Midwest winter 🙃), we’re making a game-time adjustment to this weekend’s plans. Instead of ice skating, we’ll be heading to WhirleyBall Chicago (https://www.whirlyball.com/chicago) for some indoor fun! We’ll kick things off with WhirleyBall from 2:00–3:00pm, followed by an hour of bowling starting at 3:15pm. Please plan to arrive by 1:45pm so we can get everyone checked in and ready to roll.

Because of game size restrictions, this event is for Grit athletes only. If you’re planning to attend, please email or text Coach Whitney as soon as possible at Whitney@grit-endurance.com or (608) 295-1869.

GE Athletes, get ready for a night of fun, friendly competition, and socializing! Join us for Trivia Night on Tuesday, January 6th at 7:00pm at Eris Brewery and Cider House. It's the perfect opportunity to relax, bond with your teammates, and show off your trivia skills (or lack thereof). Whether you're a trivia pro or just in it for the fun, everyone is welcome! 

Ring in the New Year with a fun run at Palmer’s Square Park, which is in Chicago’s beautiful Logan Square neighborhood, and enjoy some donuts and coffee afterward!

Are you passionate about both running and reading? Join Grit Endurance’s “Zone 2 Book Crew,” where we blend the thrill of endurance sports with the joy of literature! Each month, we’ll choose a captivating book that inspires and motivates athletes like you. At the end of the month, lace up your shoes for an easy-paced, zone 2, group run, where we’ll share insights, discuss themes, and connect with fellow runners over the pages we’ve explored.

Join us at Midwest Coast Brewing Company (2137 W. Walnut St.), for some beers and fun with your teammates! They will also have a food popup with Five Squared Pizza! We will also be having a 🎁 White Elephant Gift Exchange! 🎄! This year, your gift (budget: $20) should represent some aspect of your favorite race — be creative, funny, and/or heartfelt! If you’d like, you’re also welcome to include a short note explaining your gift and how it connects to your favorite race. Participation is totally optioanl, but it’s highly encouraged — the more the merrier (and the more entertaining the swaps!).  If you don’t have a gift, please still come!

Join us for this 1-hour clinic that is fully focused on helping you learn the technique of flip turns! You’ll be able to get guidance and real time feedback from Grit Endurance Coaches, with plenty of time to practice during the clinic. The cost is $25, and you can register by emailing Jim @grit-endurance.com. Act quickly, because we are limiting the clinic to 12 total swimmers!

Our December Group Run location is taking us to Streeterville! We will meet at Cupitol (455 E. Illinois) at 9am, then run for about an hour on the lakefront trail, returning back to the cafe for breakfast and coffee around 10:00! If you want to run more, feel free to knock out some miles ahead of time!

Are you passionate about both running and reading? Join Grit Endurance’s “Zone 2 Book Crew,” where we blend the thrill of endurance sports with the joy of literature! Each month, we’ll choose a captivating book that inspires and motivates athletes like you. At the end of the month, lace up your shoes for an easy-paced, zone 2, group run, where we’ll share insights, discuss themes, and connect with fellow runners over the pages we’ve explored.

We’re exploring a partnership with Vision Quest where we can utilize their facility to offer in-person indoor cycling classes, using state of the art technology! Come join us on November 9, 11 or 12 for a free 1-hour class and give Coach Jim your feedback afterwards!