Founded by a distance runner from Chicago, this grassroots running company will look to outfit and supply runners with gear that enhances their running experience, and in doing so, will look to grow the sport and expand a market. The sport of running has greatly benefited from a societal drive to be healthier and people are staying active longer into their lives and we want to help those who are staying active while encouraging more people to find where fitness fits into their life so they can share in a bright and healthy future. Our mission is to expand the sport to more people, making it less intimidating and to reach more people. The company is founded and owned by Matthew Abitbol. Matthew Abitbol was born and raised in the Chicago area and first began running in 2008 shortly after losing 100 pounds. To date Matt has run 90 marathons across 39 states. Having started out as an inexperienced, unknowledgeable and overweight runner, Matt always felt that the run specialty experience could be made to be more inclusive and less overwhelming to an average athlete or someone new to running. It has been his dream to bring that experience to life since 2010. Commonwealth Running Company is the embodiment of that dream. It is a locally owned, independent, full-service running store.  We sell footwear, apparel and accessories for running and walking. Our team is committed to enhancing the local running and walking communities through our offering of specialty products, educational resources and training opportunities to help you achieve your goals. We, ourselves, are runners, so we draw on our own experiences as well as our extensive knowledge of footwear and other running gear, in providing you with the best service. Our mission is to expand the sport of running through our local communities every day. Through our inclusive culture, Commonwealth Running Company will knockdown the perceived walls and barriers for a new participant/runner to live a healthier and happier life through the sport of running.