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If you see an abundance of spandex-clad people hitting the pavement extra hard this morning, don't panic about being in the midst of a zombie apocalypse. These folks are simply celebrating National Running Day. Yes, folks. That exercise and sport that sends some people screaming towards the couch has it's own special day. And, naturally, runners around the world are celebrating. Whether that means going out for an extra mile in the morning or sharing some running memes on social media, every runner has a different way of celebrating this special day.
To outsiders, this day doesn't make a lot of sense. Why would you celebrate something that causes sweat to stream from every pore of your body; something that makes your muscles to twinge in pain as you sit on the couch? Well, the reason to get up and run is different for everyone. For me, it's the fact that running is the only activity that provides the physical benefits of exercise, mental benefits of therapy, and motivation benefits of competition all in one. I'm all about multitasking, and running does that.
Don't get me wrong. There are days where I wish I'd never picked up the sport (hill workouts anyone?), and there are many morning where I opt for extra sleep over extra miles. But, at the end of the day, I'm glad I slipped into my Sauconies all those years ago. And these running memes are for my fellow fiends who have a love/hate relationship with the sport.
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This Aint A Beauty Pageant
It's really impossible. Don't let the magazines fool you.
2
In Denial
You're only sore until the doctor puts you in a cast. And even then, you'll want a second opinion.
3
Hello Motivation
I'd run for Ryan's attention. Wouldn't you?
4
The Truth About Marathons
But actually, marathon training is the worst.
5
The "Cheap" Sport
Race registrations and foam rollers are expensive AF!
6
That Runner's High Though
It's real. I promise!
7
The Running Community
And, if you're a cross country runner, you meet lots of grass too.
8
Innocent Till Proven Guilty
If the track doesn't fit, you must acquit.
9
Not So Humble Brag
There's nothing wrong with a little pride.
10
Seeking Running Partner
You promise to go easy, right?
11
What Injury?
Runners invented the phrase "can't stop, won't stop."
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#GPSFAil
Getting lost is just part of the sport.
13
Really?!
Muhahahaha!
14
The Addiction Is Real
How else is a girl supposed to get her hardware?
15
The Competitive Spirit
Don't mess with a runner.
16
Mother Nature Is A B*tch
Neither rain, nor sleet, nor snow, nor hail can stop a runner from hitting the trail.
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A Special Breed
But seriously, what do you discuss first?
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Says Who?
Seriously. Show me the studies.
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You Can't Run From The Truth
From the mouths of babes.
20
What Off Day?
They really don't exist for runners.
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Running Scared
What better motivation than fear?
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Travel Struggles
Just praying that checked bag of shoes doesn't exceed 50 pounds.
23
Runner's Shade
Come on kids. You know better than to push it right from the get go.
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Sorry, Not Sorry
A runner humors a doctor. A real runner laughs in their face.
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What Is A Runner
Hey, nothing wrong with dreaming big.
