9 Reasons to Run That Hold Endless Motivation

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Through my experience running consistently for five years today, I know that it’s not every day that you will be motivated to run. Some days, you will even question why you run at all.

That’s why you need a compelling, fulfilling reason to get you up and out on the trails even when you don’t feel like it.

Here are reasons why I run that have helped me maintain my running consistency, and I know they will help you, too.

Run to Become Self-Aware

Self-awareness is having a deeper understanding of yourself.

Without self-awareness, you consistently feel stuck and disconnected from yourself and others.

Do you know that most people live long lives and die without knowing who they are?

When you run and go further and harder than you thought possible, you break boundaries and unlock new dimensions within yourself that help you know yourself better and deeper.

This leads to what we’re calling (drumroll, please) self-awareness.

2. Run to Start the Day with Yourself

Running in the morning helps you start the day by taking care of yourself first, before other things.

It is your quiet time alone with your thoughts and feelings.

Having this time every morning helps you have a positive and productive day.

3. Run to Become One with Nature

Nature is a powerful healer.

According to this article published by the Yale School of Environment, time in nature is an antidote for stress. It can lower stress and blood pressure, reduce anxiety, improve mood, and increase self-esteem.

4. Run to be a Part of Something

Running is a powerful force. It doesn’t even matter how fast or slow you are. As long you get out there and run, you are part of a community of runners.

So, if you’ve been feeling self-conscious about running, start with running races.

Among other like-minded people, you will experience a sense of belonging and love for running like never before.

5. Run to Set a Good Example

Run to empower your loved ones. Especially if you have children, let them learn the essence of self-care and leading a healthy life through you.

You will be amazed at how quickly they will adopt that lifestyle all because of you.

6. Run to Feel Good

Running is one of the best hacks for feeling good.

When you run, your brain releases wonderful neurotransmitters, including serotonin, which regulates happiness.

Also, running regularly gradually improves your physique by reducing fat and toning your body, which helps you feel good and confident.

7. Run to Step Out of Your Comfort Zone

Running helps you engage in physical activity, meet new people, and see new places. These experiences help you grow into the best version of yourself.

8. Run to Inspire

It’s not just about you and your loved ones, you know?

It’s also about people miles away who don’t even know you.

Run to inspire them, too, by talking and posting about it.

9. Run to Appreciate Your Body

Your body is the only one you have, and it does so much for you without asking for anything in return.

Why not appreciate it, too, by running to help it function better?

When you run, blood circulation throughout the body increases, improving the health of your heart, lungs, and blood vessels.

In conclusion, there’s a trending audio on social media that fits so well with this article. It says, do not run to lose weight, for a six-pack, or a big booty. Run: