Business Details
31 Years
experience
Your Trusted Running Store in Knoxville Since 1995
Runners Market has been Knoxville's premier running specialty store since 1995. Locally owned and operated, we specialize in custom shoe fitting for runners and walkers of all levels. Our experienced staff provides personalized service to help customers find footwear and gear that matches their biomechanics and fitness goals. We offer an extensive selection of running shoes from top brands like Brooks, Hoka, and New Balance, along with apparel, socks, and accessories. Our commitment to community is evident through our racing team, group runs, and local events.We also provide injury recovery support with specialized inserts and partnerships with medical professionals. With decades of combined experience, our team combines technical expertise with genuine passion for running. We guarantee proper fit through our one-on-one Fit Process and offer special order options when needed. Our store culture blends professional service with the warmth of a family-owned business.
Services
Footwear
Apparel
Socks
Injury Recovery
Nutrition
Details
- Year established: 1995
Highlights and features
- We offer personalized one-on-one shoe fitting sessions with trained experts
- Our staff includes competitive runners with decades of combined industry experience
- We carry 30+ top running brands including Brooks, Hoka, and New Balance
- We provide injury recovery support through specialized inserts and medical referrals
- We host community running events and maintain Knoxville's longest-running racing team
Services
Footwear
We offer comprehensive footwear solutions for runners and walkers. Our inventory includes top brands like Brooks, Hoka, and New Balance with extensive size and width options. Our Fit Process ensures proper biomechanical matching through personalized consultations.
Injury Recovery
Our injury recovery services combine specialized footwear inserts with medical referrals. We provide Oofos recovery footwear and partner with local orthopedic specialists to help customers overcome common issues like plantar fasciitis and shin splints.
Apparel
We offer seasonally appropriate running apparel from trusted brands. Our selection includes technical tees, moisture-wicking fabrics, and weather-resistant outerwear to support year-round training in Knoxville's climate.
Nutrition
Our nutrition services focus on pre-, during-, and post-workout fueling. We carry GU energy gels, Honey Stinger products, and Tailwind hydration solutions to support endurance athletes' nutritional needs.
Community Events
We organize and sponsor local running events including group runs, races, and our annual 30th-anniversary celebration. Our racing team 'Big Red' participates in marathons and community outreach programs throughout East Tennessee.
People
Melissa Correa
Staff Member
Law student and marathon runner with 2 years running experience. Specializes in helping new runners find their passion while balancing legal studies and community outreach.
Emily Pack
Staff Member
Doctoral graduate and marathoner with expertise in running community engagement. Specializes in local route recommendations and store modernization initiatives including social media development.
Tyler Pack
Business Owner
20-year veteran of the family business with civil engineering background. Focuses on community relations and technical aspects of shoe selection while maintaining store operations.
Giulio
Race Team Captain
Sports management graduate with Soccer/Track background. Organizes community events and serves as liaison between store and Knoxville Track Club since 2023.
Grace Weber
Part-time Staff
Knoxville native and trail running expert with international racing experience. Combines culinary expertise with athletic background while working as a local chef and running ambassador.
Questions
What are your store hours?
We're open Monday-Friday 10am-6pm and Saturday 10am-5pm. Closed Sundays.
Do you offer shoe fitting services?
Yes, our staff provides personalized one-on-one shoe fitting sessions using our Fit Process.
What brands do you carry?
We stock Brooks, Hoka, New Balance, Asics, Altra, and Saucony shoes along with Goodr sunglasses and Nathan hydration products.
Do you have running events?
Yes, we host group runs, racing team events, and our annual 30th-anniversary celebration with community activities.
Can you help with injury recovery?
We offer specialized inserts, Oofos recovery footwear, and medical professional referrals for common running injuries.
Do you special order products?
Yes, if we don't have your requested item in stock, we can special order it for you.