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