1. Running is better with scenic runs vs. neighborhood runs.
2. Expensive running shoes are worth the money.
3. I have an incredible amount of respect for anyone who runs.
4. Running in colder weather is so much better than running in warmer weather.
5. Once you establish some endurance, running is super addicting! Get past that first mile and you WILL be hooked!
6. A “runner’s high” is like no other high. It’s an indescribable pleasure.
7. Running decreases anxiety. For this reason alone, I will never stop running.
8. The Couch to 5k app is the best way to start running.
9. Gaining speed and distance takes time. Don’t give up or get discouraged. Allow your body the time it needs to get to where you want it to be.
10. Running gives you the body you have always dreamed of. It keeps you young.
11. Treadmills are less boring when you increase and decrease your speed.
12. Cross training and stretching/yoga is crucial to prevent injuries.
13. Have fun. Don’t think of it has a chore or something you have to do.
14. Surround yourself with like-minded people. Only other runners will truly understand you and why you run. It’s a community.
15. Each day is different. One day at a time. Enjoy the journey.