10 Reasons to Love Running

Happy Valentine’s Day! What better day than today to talk about some of the many reasons to love running? Now many of you reading this already love running and will probably agree with many of the reasons I am going to share. Others may not love running (yet) but maybe we can convince you to give it a try! There are so many reasons to love running, but I understand not everyone feels that way. My best advice is to not give up too soon. One day you may realize that you love it too!

10 Reasons to Love Running

1. It’s a healthy habit

Many people start running to lose weight and stay in shape, but then they get hooked! At this point it’s a bonus that something I enjoy is good for me. Many runners also become motivated to eat better because they want to feel better on runs.

2. You can do it (almost) anywhere

You don’t need fancy equipment or a gym membership to run. All you need is a safe place to go outside! Having an indoor option is helpful, but usually not necessary.

3. It (sort of) requires very little gear

They say that all you need to run is a pair of shoes. That’s not entirely true, but it definitely requires less than many other sports!

Check out my current favorite running shoes, the Brooks Ghost Max! (affiliate link)

4. But you get to try out fun gear if you want!

There are some things you need in order to run, but there are many things that you will want once you start running! Fancy watches, all the running clothes and shoes, more recovery tools than you can fit in your house…

5. You can explore new places

Running can take you anywhere, and you can take running with you anywhere. Trying different routes and seeing a new place by foot is always fun.

6. The running community is the best

Both in person and virtually, runners form an instant connection. Once you overhear someone talking about running it’s hard not to strike up a conversation. And if you are an Instagram runner you probably know that there is endless support from a community of runners that you may not have even met in real life.

7. There’s a race distance for everyone

From 1 mile races to 100 mile ones, there are plenty of options to try. Even kids can participate in fun runs! You may start out with a 5k and then one day end up running a marathon.

8. You can always find a way to challenge yourself

Even if you don’t race, there are ways to challenge yourself with running. Each run is a new opportunity to work towards something or achieve a goal.

9. There is always something new to learn about running

There are plenty of running books, websites, and podcasts that provide information about running. The research changes too, so it’s important to keep up with the latest information. Runners also learn from experience over time.

10. Running will change your life

Almost every runner I have met has felt this way. You may not even feel like your life needs to change, but running will shape you into a different person. And one day you may just find that you are happier, healthier, and kinder thanks to running.

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What are some reasons that you love running?

Now it’s time for the Runners’ Roundup! Link up your running and fitness posts below! Join myself, Coach Debbie Runs, Confessions of a Mother Runner and Runs with Pugs to post your favorite running tips, experiences, race and training recaps, workouts, gear, and coaching ideas.