<p>Understanding the “why” behind someone runs leaves a lot of people scratching their heads, for no two runners have the exact same motivation. The health benefits are obvious, but in my experience there is usually something deeper. One person may choose to initially run as a way to lose weight, someone else may be attracted to the challenge of completing a marathon. These quotes offer some insight into the psyche of runners. I hope they inspire you!</p>
<p>”The hardest step for a runner to take is the first one out the door.”
<em>Ron Clarke: world record marathon holder in the 1960′s</em>
<p>”Running is a gift I give myself almost daily. Even at days when everything seems to go wrong, I treat myself on the satisfaction of a lap of 30 to 40 minutes.”
<em>Arthur Blank: businessman and runner</em>
<p>”Everyone is an athlete. The only difference is that some of us are in training and some are not.”
<em>George Sheehan</em>
<p>”The only thing that counts in your training program is motivation. I thought of a few motivational tricks, that I continuously adjust and refine. They only serve one purpose keep me running!”
<em>Amby Burfoot: marathonrunner</em>
<p>”People loose tension when they run. The feeling of self respect will almost always increase. You accept yourself a little more.”
<em>Ted Corbitt: ex marathon runner</em>
<p>”Long-distance running can give you the cholesterol-level of a teenager, stimulate your lunges, lower your blood pressure and slow down your pulse.”
<em>Dr. Richard Steiner: marathon runner</em>