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5K TRAINING PROGRAM
MEET YOUR COACH
SHAWN TEGTMEIER
Shawn Tegtmeier is a full – time Certified Personal Trainer and the author of Running With Walt. She has certifications in Corrective Exercise, Fitness Nutrition, Small Group Training, Behavior Modification and CPR. Before all of her certifications, she was a self – proclaimed chain – smoking couch potato. Never enjoyed sports of any kind while growing up in Crystal Lake, IL, with her parents, three siblings, and a variety of pets.
In the late 90s, early 2000s she had a shocking realization that she smelled like a dirty ashtray. It was this first milestone, when she was able to successfully quit her beloved nicotine friends she felt empowered. With her newfound courage, she felt brave enough to attempt other endeavors she had never thought of, or really thought possible.
In 2007, Shawn started the BAm training programs at her favorite local running store, The Running Depot. Since then, she has successfully coached hundreds of people (of all abilities) across the finish line!
Shawn continues to try new things, loving every minute of it while always enjoying life to the fullest.
LULULEMON FUN RUN
✨Mark your calendars!✨
Join us for a Lululemon Fun Run with The Running Depot + Sloan Coaching 🏃♀️🚶♂️
📅 Wednesday, October 8th
⏰ 6:00 PM
📍 The Running Depot
We’ll have both a run group and a walkers group—all paces welcome! 🙌
🎁 Bonus: Everyone who registers + attends has the chance to receive a lululemon surprise & delight 👀✨
🥤 Stick around after the run for apps & refreshments with the crew!
Stay tuned for course maps coming soon! 👟
Labor Day Store Hours
Cross Country Student Athlete Special
LULULEMON AT THE RUNNING DEPOT
Exciting News!
We are now an Official Lululemon Authorized Retailer. Discover the latest must-have Lululemon gear — available now in-store. Come see what everyone’s raving about!
Dirt Circus Chicago 2025 | Crystal Lake
Attention all Chicago area trail lovers! Dirt Circus is rolling into town with The Running Depot in Crystal Lake!
September 13, 2025 | FREE Event
The Running Depot | Crystal Lake, IL
All paces group run
Good vibes and lots of time for connecting with local Race Directors – learning about new races, your favorite brands, and friends!
Giveaways + a raffle packed with prizes like race entries, gear, and more!
Follow @dirtcircus + @ultrasignup for updates and join the Dirt Circus community on Facebook!
Memorial Day Hours
Train to Finish a 5K!
Saturday, March 22 – Sunday, May 4, 2025
Our 5K Training Group is now forming! All abilities welcome…make new friends and let us help you cross a 5K finish line. Wednesday, 3/19 is an information meeting where you’ll meet your coach, Shawn Tegtmeier, and get all your questions answered. Click here to complete a registration form.
BAm (Be Amazed) training is a beginner program that will support you on your path to fitness through a guided walk/run interval program that progresses over 6 weeks—even if you don’t like to run! BAm is open to all ages of adults, fitness levels, and abilities!
What to Expect:
- 6-week, run/walk training program
Now… In-person or Virtual - Twice weekly coached runs:
Wednesdays – 6:00pm / Saturdays – 7:30am - Training shirts & participant medals
- Weekly motivational emails
- Weekly clinics on stretching, strength
training, pilates, nutrition/hydration… - Program cost: $120 (Race entry not included)
- Venmo:@BAmwithShawn
- Zelle: 815-790-9191
- Checks payable: “BAm with Shawn”
Q&A Kick-Off Meeting!
Wednesday, March 19th @ 7pm
The Running Depot
30-H N. Williams Street
Crystal Lake, IL 60014
Your Goal Race
- Goal Race: Bob Blazier Run for the Arts
- Date/Time: Sunday, May 4, 2025
- Location: Raue Center for the Arts – Crystal Lake, IL
New Year’s Hours
HOLIDAY HOURS
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