Here are some recommended training & exercise routes from the
top travel book for US runners & walkers
Fun on Foot in
America's Cities:

Chicago - Lakeshore North - Navy Pier to Wrigleyville
One of the top running and walking routes anywhere!  Experience the
natural beauty of the Lake Michigan shore, together with the attractive
parkland setting of Lincoln Park for most of the way.  There are beaches,
monuments, marinas, and open spaces.  Running and walking conditions
are excellent.  End near legendary Wrigley Field, home of the Cubs.  In
Wrigleyville there are many options for eating, drinking, and entertainment,
and a convenient subway ride back downtown.

Chicago - Lakeshore South - Navy Pier to Hyde Park
More of the natural beauty of Lake Michigan, with a variety of scenery and
sights all the way.  Pass Grant Park, Soldier Field, McCormick Place,
Burnham Park, and some popular beaches.  End near Jackson Park (site of
the famous Columbian Exposition of 1893), the acclaimed Museum of
Science and Industry, and the University of Chicago.  There is express bus
service back to downtown Chicago.

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