RUNNING

Need Running Accessories? Get Everything You Need at Efootwear Whether you’re training for a marathon or heading out for a quick neighborhood run, the right running accessories can make all the difference. At Efootwear, you’ll find everything you need to stay comfortable, safe, and focused—mile after mile. Hydration is essential for runners at every level. That’s why Efootwear offers a wide selection of hydration belts and packs designed to keep water and essentials within easy reach, without slowing you down. Lightweight, adjustable, and built for performance, they help you stay fueled on long or short runs. Safety matters just as much as comfort. Efootwear’s safety lighting ensures you stay visible during early morning or evening runs, giving you confidence no matter the time of day. ...

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About eFootwear With this philosophy in mind, John Elison Sr. built what is now known as eFootwear. eFootwear is a family-owned and operated business with over 40 years of sales experience in the athletic footwear industry. Originally called Brookhaven Sporting Goods, eFootwear has been a Delaware County fixture since 1982. With all his savings and a lot of hard work, John Elison Sr. opened a little "hole in the wall" sneaker store on Dutton Mill Road. Working full time for Conrail, John worked nights and weekends selling sneakers. In the beginning, it was tough for John and his wife, Theresa. The little "sneaker store" (as it came to be known by area residents) was minimal inside and out. A fresh coat of paint, a patchwork of remnant, carpeting on the floor and wooden shelves, built by...

Running a 5k is becoming a very widely held goal for many beginner runners, it seems to be something that is easy to imagine doing and for a complete newbie not too daunting a prospect. It's a distance which with a little constant training most people could build up to running without rest in as little as 6 to 8 weeks. Many charity events and road races now use this specific distance as it's a good starting point for most folks and you don't have to be an elite athlete or a gym junkie to contemplate doing one. But just exactly how far is 5k. Well in a nutshell, it is 3.1 miles. Depending on whether you're looking at the distance as a metric or the old imperial system. If you want the answer in kilometres, over a distance of 5 kilometers, there are 5000 metres or 16,404 feet If you w...