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Lace up your sneaks for these Tampa Bay run clubs

Whether you’re a marathoner or seasoned walker, we’ve got you covered with options across Hillsborough + Pinellas counties.

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Find your krewe.

Yes, you’ve seen them running through your neighborhood or down Bayshore. A pack of well-toned, brightly athletic-clothed people. That could be you, all you have to do is join a run club. No prior 5Ks or marathons necessary. Woof.

As we embark on prime running season, I, City Editor Bailey, am lacing up my pink Hokas to give running... erm fast-paced walking... with local run clubs a whirl.

Editor’s note: This is just a sample of our packed local spread — which is no surprise with our incredible weather most of the year.

Off Balanced Run Club
You’ve definitely seen this crew making their way through Water Street Tampa or Hyde Park. The popular TBAY club meets on Tuesdays and Saturdays + offers all kinds of special events with local brands like Chill Bros. I guess that’s a good reason to run.

Pinellas Run Club
The largest run club in Pinellas County hosts a plethora of jogging options throughout the week. The club meets at spots around the 727 every Thursday at 6:30 p.m. and Saturdays at 7 a.m. Plus, organizers provide multiple route options for all paces — including walkers.

Armature Works Run Club
A run club that loops back to your fave spot to grab beers and apps on the riverfront? Say less. Join Fit2Run for 5Ks along the Riverwalk every first and third Wednesday of the month. And, you score 10% off your first drink at Bar AW post-sweat sesh.

Run the Heights
Looking for a club that accommodates a busy schedule? The Seminole Heights squad meets on Sundays, Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays — so you can always fit a run in.

A group of women all wearing pink stand in two lines in front of a coffee shop in Gulfport with two big green umbrellas.

St. Pete Girls Who Walk hosts strolls in Gulfport, downtown St. Pete, and other locales.

Or if (like me) walking’s more your speed, try out:

St. Pete Girls Who Walk
On Wednesdays we wear the theme color. The popular Sunshine City walking group meets all across the Burg + partners with local coffee shops and breweries for discounts on drinks after the stroll. There’s also a sister — or brother — club, St. Pete Guys Who Walk.

Tampa Girls Who Walk
Whether you’re looking to make friends with a Bouzy Bayshore stroll or add more steps to your day, this walking + social club is a standout option. Plus, they’re always hosting fun options across TBAY from events with the Bucs to dance classes.

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