Brittney Lemon Shares the Top 4 Places to Run in Downtown Chicago
As a Chicago resident, Brittney Lemon, knows that Chicago is a great place for occasional joggers, experienced runners, and dedicated marathoners. Chicago is known for many things, but lost in the shadows of the magnificent mile, sprawling skyline, the iconic bean, and of course the famous Chicago dog, are the cities unparalleled parks and trail systems. What makes them so unique is the diversity in landscape within such a close proximity. In a matter of only a mile or two, you could find yourself running along the beautifully renovated Riverwalk, through the Financial district of downtown, or along a sandy beach that lines the shores of Lake Michigan. For running, the amount of trail options to choose from can be overwhelming. In order to help narrow it down, I assembled a comprehensive guide to some of my favorite running options for downtown Chicago. 1) Riverwalk — The Riverwalk has it all: Restaurants, wineries, public art, and great views of some of several iconic Chic...