Toolen's Running Start

05/29/2026

Every run starts with one step—right where you are. Use what you’ve got, do what you can, and watch yourself grow. 🏃‍♂️🌿⚡️

05/27/2026

Celebrating strength at every age! 🏃‍♂️💪 This National Senior Health & Fitness Day, we're reminding everyone that walking and running are powerful ways to stay healthy, independent, and energized for life.

05/25/2026

This Memorial Day, we pause to honor the heroes who gave everything so we could live free. Their sacrifice will never be forgotten. 🇺🇸

05/23/2026

Every run is a blank canvas—start moving and paint your progress one step at a time.🖌️✨

05/21/2026

Summer is coming, and your runs are about to feel a whole lot harder. 🌞

That's not a fitness problem. That's just heat. Here's what to keep in mind as temps start to climb:

Slow down: expect your pace to feel 30-90 sec/mile harder than normal, and don't fight it.
Hydrate before you head out: don't wait until you're thirsty.
Run early or late: skip the 10am-4pm heat window when UV and temps peak.

A little adjustment goes a long way. Stop in and see us at 3260 Green Mount Crossing Dr., Shiloh, IL.

05/19/2026

Summer sneaks up fast, and so does the heat. Whether you are logging easy miles around Shiloh or training for a fall race, your hydration plan needs to keep up.

Our latest blog breaks down how much water runners actually need before, during, and after a run, when to add electrolytes, and the small habits that make a big difference once temperatures climb.

Read the full post: https://toolensrunningstart.com/hydration-strategies-for-runners/ and stop by the store any time for a fit check on your warm-weather gear.

📍 3260 Green Mount Crossing Dr., Shiloh, IL

Smart hydration strategies for runners as Metro East temps climb. How much water, when to add electrolytes, and warning signs to watch for.

05/17/2026

Running is hard enough. Let's make sure fueling isn't what trips you up. 🏃

Whether you're prepping for a spring 5K or just getting back into a routine, what you eat before, during, and after your run makes a real difference.

Before: Eat 2-3 hours out. Keep it light. Banana, toast, or oatmeal works great.
During: Hydrate every 15-20 minutes. For anything longer than 60 minutes, bring a gel or chews.
After: Refuel within 30-45 minutes with protein and carbs to help your body recover.

Have questions? Our team lives for this stuff. Stop in and see us at 3260 Green Mount Crossing Dr., Shiloh, IL.

05/10/2026

Happy Mother's Day to every mom who laces up at sunrise, pushes the stroller around the block, hits the path before school pickup, or cheers her runners on from the sidelines. You set the pace for so much, and we're cheering you on right back today.

To the moms who made us fall in love with this sport, thank you. To the moms running their own race in every season of life, we see you.

Stop in this week and let us help you find the shoe that keeps up with everything you do.

📍 3260 Green Mount Crossing Dr., Shiloh, IL

05/08/2026

Running meets you where you are. The good days, the hard days, and everything in between - just keep moving. 👟💛

05/03/2026

Mother's Day is right around the corner, and the new Brooks Ghost 18 just landed in colors she'll love. 💐 Soft, smooth, and made to go the distance, just like her. Stop by Toolen's Running Start in Shiloh and let us help you find her size. She deserves fresh steps. 💪