Running etc.

10/18/2026

10/17/2026

The temperatures are dropping, but that doesn’t mean your running has to stop!
We’re stocked up with all the gear you need to stay warm, comfortable, and ready to hit the road or trails this season.

10/17/2026

Welcome to the Running Corral!
Each week, we’ll spotlight one of our Running Etc Ambassadors sharing their story, passion, and love for running. Follow along and get to know the people who help make our running community special!

Meet Daniel!

What first got you into running?
I started to get into running when my wife Christen convinced me to train and run the Virginia Beach 10 miler back in 2025. After that, I caught the bug and run with multiple run clubs in the area as well as enter as many races as possible. This has also improved my health. I stopped having back issues and quit smoking.

What’s your favorite local route or race, and why?
My favorite route has been the boardwalk or anywhere near the water. It's always nice to feel the sea air when I run.
What’s one of your most memorable running moments?
Most memorable moment so far is the Joe's night at the Hamptons race. This would be a long day for me since I ran the Neptune 8k in the morning. This was a night endurance race held at a golf course. Between the off and on rain and wind from a noreaster, almost getting run over by a deer and seeing power lines arc and spark, I was able to complete my first marathon. I never thought I would ever complete one in my life and now I have signed up for another marathon in December.
What’s your favorite way to refuel or recover after a run?
I like to enjoy a breakfast at Doc Taylor's or Murphy's and love to soak in a warm tub with Epsom Salt.

What is your next running goal?
My next running goal is to improve my finish time for a marathon. I hope to finish sub 7 hrs.

What’s a running tip or piece of advice you’d share with newer runners?
I have loved all the advice that everyone has given me, but the one that stands out to me is "Never compare yourself to others". It is hard especially when you run at a slower pace than others, but you are out there, getting it done. I always think of a quote by one of my Sonar Chiefs in the Navy, "Winning is hard, hard is authorized!"

Tell us something about yourself that people may not know.
I retired from the Navy back in 2021 after 20 years. I was a Sonar Technician on submarines. I was stationed aboard 4 submarines, and made multiple deployments overseas. My custom Running etc singlet has a Sonar Broadband screen as the background.

10/15/2026

Just another day at Running Etc. 🎃🏃‍♂️

10/13/2026

"NEED SOME SPEED?" SEMINAR
Oct 15th 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm

Location: Running Etc. (Norfolk)�1707 Colley Ave�
Details: "The Doc Is IN": Dr. JP Amonte (Dr. A) will present his top tips on everything for fitness training including: running, yoga, triathlon, nutrition, recovery, injury prevention, and natural, holistic treatments. There will be a 10-20min topic presentation followed by an Open Forum general Q&A session.
Learn how to get faster at any age for any distance. This class will cover the latest research on elite runners and effective ways that anyone can use to get a more efficient and faster stride.
Come learn and ask questions because every seminar is interactive and hands-on! For more information and bio, go to: www.hhcare.org.
Cost: free

10/12/2026

At Running Etc., we love animals. Each Monday we highlight a dog or cat from a local rescue shelter. We hope to increase the networking for animals in need of a forever home. You might even find a wonderful running buddy, or more importantly, a terrific family member.

Roxy is a sweet, affectionate, and active young girl who loves being close to her people. She is house trained and will sit by the door when she needs to go outside. Roxy is playful, eager to please, and would thrive with an active family who enjoys hiking, swimming, road trips, and other adventures! Roxy is ready to find a loving family to help her continue learning, growing, and living her best life!
Roxy is available through Hope for Life Rescue.

Willow Doesn't Need Everyone to Love Her. She Just Needs One Person to Choose Her. ��Willow is a beautiful 3-year-old spayed Red Heeler mix who desperately needs a forever home of her own��Willow isn't the dog who immediately throws herself into a stranger's arms. She takes a little time to decide that she's safe—and she needs someone willing to give her that time.But once she trusts you, she gives you her whole heart.��Willow is affectionate, devoted, incredibly loyal, and great with dogs and cats.She loves being near her people and will happily become your little red shadow.

Willow is from Bluey's Hope 4 Horses & Heelers

Willa and Birnie didn't start out together, and they aren't related — Birnie was found in a sewer, while Willa was found in a volunteer's yard. But somewhere along the way, these two found each other, and now they're completely bonded. They must be adopted together.

Willa and Birnie are always together, whether it's naptime or playtime — especially playtime. They love to wrestle and chase each other around, but the second a ball or toy mouse enters the mix, all bets are off and they're both after it instantly.

Willa and Birnie are available through Billy the Kidden Rescue

10/12/2026

Welcome to the Running Corral!
Each week, we’ll spotlight one of our Running Etc Ambassadors sharing their story, passion, and love for running. Follow along and get to know the people who help make our running community special!

Meet Bryan!

What first got you into running?

I got into running my senior year of high school I had move to a new school and wanted to make friends through a sport so I chose cross country. Been running ever since. I now run to maintain and to show my daughters that we can do hard things.
What’s your favorite local route or race, and why?
My favorite local route has to be either the ERT or Cape Henry Trail at First Landing. My favorite race is Shamrock. Some of my favorite memories is finishing races while pushing my daughters or now running next to my daughter!

What’s one of your most memorable running moments?
Right after covid I found Norfolk Run Club while I was running alone. I introduced myself and have been running with them since 2020!

What’s your favorite way to refuel or recover after a run?
A b**r from one of the local breweries with friends is a great way to recover. Or a coffee shop if it’s a morning run.

What is your next running goal?
I’m currently running just because I enjoy it not training for anything in particular.

What’s a running tip or piece of advice you’d share with newer runners?
A piece of advice for new runners is to not compare yourself to anyone. If you go out there and run, no matter the distance or pace. You’re a runner!!

10/11/2026

On Saturday, we had a lovely visit from Jerry and Lori Bocrie!
In 1973, Jerry and Lori founded our beloved Shamrock Marathon, serving as race directors for 30 years before selling it to Jerry and Amy Frostick.

Fun fact: Jerry also opened Tidewater Running Center, which was one of the first specialty running stores in the country at the time. Mike worked at TRC before opening Running Etc., and Jerry was a tremendous mentor to Mike.

Mike, Jerry, and Lori have so many stories to share about the history of our running community and how it all began.

10/11/2026

Way to go, Emily!

Our own Emily took on the YETI 100 this weekend, starting Friday and finishing Saturday morning. She crushed it, finishing 7th among the women in an incredible time of 19:27!
Along the way, there was a Pepsi machine stocked with Fireball (you never know what you’ll find out there!), and running through the night even gave her the chance to make a new opossum friend!
She was in great hands with her husband, Charles, crewing for her.

Emily, we are so proud of you!

After a well-deserved day of rest on Sunday, she’ll be back to slinging shoes at the Beach Shop on Monday. Stop by, congratulate her, and hear some of those race stories.

10/08/2026

Join us for a Top 10 ways to strengthen your Core, Hips and Glutes Seminar

Oct 10th 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm

Location: Running Etc. (Virginia Beach)
1940 Laskin Road Suite 302

Details: "The Doc Is IN": Dr. JP Amonte (Dr. A) will present his top tips on everything for fitness training including: running, yoga, triathlon, nutrition, recovery, injury prevention, and natural, holistic treatments. There will be a 10-20min topic presentation followed by an Open Forum general Q&A session.
Get your butt in gear with this informative, interactive class where you'll learn the best ways to get a stronger core, balance your hips, and activate your glutes.
Come learn and ask questions because every seminar is interactive and hands-on! For more information and bio, go to: www.hhcare.org.
Cost: FREE