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!

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!

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!

Our November group run is going to be a fun and challenging track workout at the Montrose Lakefront Track! All levels are welcome and you can push it as hard or as easy as you’d like! After the workout, we’ll head over to Everbody’s Coffee for breakfast! We will start warming up at 9am, but feel free to knock out some miles ahead of time!

Are you ready to give back to the race community?! Join us as volunteers at the 2025 Hot Chocolate 15K on November 2nd! We’ll be staffing one of the early aid stations on the course starting at 5:00am, supporting runners with water, snacks, and encouragement along the course.

Volunteering at a local event is an awesome way to be a part of a sport we love so much while giving back and having a blast!

If you are interested, please sign up 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.

Come join us for a fun and laid back group ride where we tour three of Chicago’s breweries. The ride starts at 11am at Ohio Street Beach, and will have stops at Eris Bewery and Cider House, Lake Effect Brewing, and Pilot Project! The total estimated riding distance is approximately 16 miles. All levels of cyclist are welcome, or just join us at the breweries! Note you must have a helmet if biking!

Join us for this awesome race in beautiful Northern California!

Come out and join the GE crew for our watch party on course! We will have the tent up near Morgan Street Cafe at the corner of Morgan and Adams, where you can see runners pass by twice at about mile 14 and 17. The lead runners are expected around 8:30am. GE will provide donuts and coffee starting at 8am!

Our October group fun run is taking us to the lakefront trail! We will meet at Dorothy’s Bakery (2318 N. Clark St.) at 9am, then run on the lakefront for about an hour, returning back to the restaurant 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.

Join us for our September group ride! We’re going to do a chill ride from Chicago South to the Hammond Marina and back, ending back at the Boats Drink Bar & Grill near Solider Field for some food and drinks! The ride will start at 8am at the Boats Drink Bar (600 E. Waldron). The route will be 30 total miles, and here is the Garmin course map: https://connect.garmin.com/modern/course/397506478.

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

Join us for this awesome race in beautiful northern Michigan, the views and experience will not disappoint!

Come race this amazing event or get inspired as part of the GE cheer crew!

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.

Come race with us or root on the team at the world’s largest triathlon! We will likely have over 40 GE athletes racing, so it’s going to be a whole lot of fun!

Join us for some epic professional racing on Chicago’s lakefront! We will be spectating together as a team. The women’s race starts at 2pm and the men start at 3:20!

Come race with us or root on the team at the world’s largest triathlon! We will likely have over 40 GE athletes racing, so it’s going to be a whole lot of fun!

Join us for this barbecue where we say THANK YOU for being a part of Grit Endurance. Friends and family are welcome! Food and beverages will be provided by Grit Endurance! Location is 453 N. May St.