Charlotte Walsh,
Owner & Operator
"When I opened Charles River Running almost 13 years ago, my hope was to build a welcoming space where all runners, walkers and fitness enthusiasts would feel comfortable, respected and uplifted. Finding a proper fitting shoe suited for your needs and biomechanics should be a pleasant and informative experience and we strive to provide the very best. To date, the staff at Charles River Running has happily fitted over 25,000 pairs of shoes. We hope that has equated to many, many happy miles. Please feel welcome to stop in to see us soon. If you are a walker or runner, please join us for one of our Thursday evening run/walks. Happy running!"
- Charlotte
Charlotte Walsh, Owner/Operator Charles River Running in Norwood, MA. PHOTO CREDIT: Jenna Alderton
2021 Best Running Stores in America, Running Industry Association | 2019 Best Running Stores in America, Running Industry Association
2016 Top 50 Running Shoe Stores in America, Competitor Magazine | 2015 Winner of Blue Hills Bank Hometown Hero Award
2013 Winner of the Neponset Valley Chamber of Commerce Small Business of the Year
What Are People Saying About Charles River Running?
“A running store run by runners who understand all the different kinds of running and will find the proper shoe for each individual runner..”
— Ken H.
“Every time I go into this store I'm in awe of how friendly and smart Charlotte Walsh is. I'm never treated with condescension and never talked down to or upsold. Really great place, and I'm happy to shop here.”
— Jane L.
“CRR is a fantastic small business. They have a small but wise selection of shoes and clothing for running as well as accessories and cool stuff you wouldn't have known existed…I recently went to the sip and shop event for women. It was fantastic- there were vendors, samples and other local businesses that she had invited to the night. Charlotte and her team are truly an asset to our town.”
— Kate
“Charles River Running is an incredible business! I have been a customer for about 2 years. For the last year I've been deployed to Afghanistan with very little access to good running shoes. I asked Charles River Running for help twice. Both times, with zero hesitation, the CRR crew continued their outstanding customer service and I had sneakers (and a personal note of support and encouragement) within 2 weeks. Thanks for taking care of me and keep up the great work!”
— Joe M.