When I first started running I had no idea that there was a running community. Sure I knew there were other runners but honestly I didn't see that many of them! After Boston last year I really began to realize just how amazing and supportive other runners are. So here are my top five things that I love about the running community...
1. Runners are each other's biggest cheerleaders! I love when you get close to the finish of a race and the runners who have already finished are cheering on the rest of us. We understand how important goals are and we also understand how upsetting it can be when you miss that PR by seconds! Whether you are having a great day or a not so great day other runners will be there to cheer you on.
This image from the Boston marathon last month is a perfect example of everything I love about the running community!
2. We will never judge anyone on what their running clothes look like. There is nothing crazy about seeing a guy in neon running shoes or a woman in a tutu! Both are completely normal in the running community and encouraged. And if anyone criticizes those choices we will jump in to defend any runner. I'm pretty sure Self magazine learned that the hard way!
I feel like it is my responsibility to be as bright as possible!
3.We talk about the important things in life like which course will get me a half marathon PR or which races have the best medals! I mean really is there anything else that is more fun to discuss? Also no topic is off limits. Want to discuss your lack of toenails or the time you had to hide behind tree? Go ahead!
4. We support each other's individuality. You like to run marathons? Great! You prefer 5Ks? Awesome! The running peeps do not care! We only care that you run! It doesn't matter if that is in a group or solo or 7 times a week or 3. Just run!
5. My favorite thing about the running community is the complete strangers that have turned into some of my best friends. Our conversations always started about running and now we can share anything! Running is the best conversation starter and for a girl who can sometimes be a little socially awkward!
What is your favorite thing about the running community?
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I've loved the running community I've found this year! The best is how supportive everyone has been regardless of how new you are or varying abilities.
ReplyDeleteThe support is great! It really is amazing how runners support each other no matter what!
DeleteI love my Moms Run This Town group! I would never have done half of runs I've done without my girls. I may be guilty of judging running clothes though-LOL. Fun to be part of the FridayFive with you
ReplyDeleteDeborah @ Confessions of a Mother Runner
I would love to have a Moms Run This Town group here! It looks like such a good time!
DeleteLove the running community! Especially the crazies that belong to Half Fanatics and other clubs like that. So supportive!
ReplyDeleteThat is one of my favorite things about belonging to Half Fanatics! I love when I'm out on the course and there are so many other Half Fanatics around!
DeleteHmm, I know I commented on here earlier. My message must have got lost! The support of the running community is what has kept me running. Do you know any other athletic community that is so supportive and encouraging?
ReplyDeleteI think the running community is the best!!!
DeleteI have met some of the most amazing people because we share a love of running. The running community is so incredibly encouraging and supportive!
ReplyDeleteI love all of these! I LOVE how the running community is so supportive and encouraging to each other!!!
ReplyDeleteand 6....now you are stuck with me!!! Thanks running!! lol
ReplyDeleteI love how accepting the running community is. I am a back of the pack runner and the running community still loves us. You don't have to be fast or good, they will accept and encourage you!
ReplyDeleteI agree 100% -- the running community is awesome and I'm so thankful to be a part of it! Thanks for linking up :)
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