Today is National Running Day, get up and go for a run!

My run today may have been a quick and easy 3 miler, but at least it was something. It helped me shake off the kinks from yesterday’s workout (yeah, that circuit kicked my butt!), but it got me moving and I feel great! A college runner turned leisure jogger there are many reasons I run and in honor of National Running Day here’s my top 20 reasons:

I run because…

1. I can
2. there are people who can’t
3. it clears my mind
4. I love cake
5. it’s fun (I know all runners are weird – who thinks it’s fun to run?! THIS GIRL!)
6. it helps me work up a sweat
7. I can explore new areas
8. I love to eat
9. it helps me think
10. it helps me stay fit (mentally + physically)
11. it strengthens me
12. I can be outside
13. it is relaxing
14. it’s a challenge
15. it helps my back
16. of the community
17. the confidence it provides
18. to chase my dreams
19. I really really like dessert
20. it teaches us to keep moving forward one step at a time… especially in the most painful moments

One more reason I love running… I met my husband through running 😉

Here’s my view from this morning’s run:

So don’t wait, I gave you my reasons why I love running, go out there and run! But before you go, share the reasons why you run in the comments below!