Long-distance runners often begin training out of concern for their health, but many continue to run their whole lives if the wolf pack doesn’t stop chasing them. Equip yourself for extreme mileage with today’s Groupon: for $25, you get $50 worth of shoes, apparel, and accessories at the Running Room. Choose from nine locations in Calgary, Rocky View, and Lethbridge.

A vast emporium of running apparel, accessories, and shoes, the Running Room is staffed entirely by experienced runners who know how best to advise toddling newcomers and svelte speedsters alike. As well as stocking many popular brands of shoes, the Running Room sells their own fit-wear and accessories, which mix style and utility into a patented stewtility gumbo. Layered socks such as the Wigwam Dri-Release ($9.99) or Thorlo running crews ($15.99) will keep hands warm on cold winter runs, and gloves ($24.99-$49.99) keep even the longest toes comfortable. Stylish, sturdy foot-sheaths start from $89.99 and range up to $199.99.