How Pro Runners Stay Motivated on Tough Runs
Even if you're not an affirmation person, when you're in the final third of your run, you may find yourself recalling some motivational running quotes or mantras to help keep you going.
After all, running can be rough. Sometimes you find yourself aching through every mile. Other times you chafe so badly you stain your clothes with blood. And every so often, after all those hours, days, weeks spent training, you have to pull out of a race you've been working toward when something unexpected like an injury gets in the way. It's no surprise that runners often cling to certain running motivation quotes or sayings to get them through the toughest moments.
If this sounds familiar, you're not alone. Even professional runners know that motivational running quotes and inspirational mantras can make a huge difference in their ability to finish strong.
To give you access to more words of wisdom when you need it, we asked 14 well-known runners for the motivational running quotes they return to over and over. The next time you find yourself caught on the struggle bus when you're trying to push through a long run or hit your goal pace during speedwork, or when you're just having trouble getting into gear during a casual weekday jog, think back on one of these mantras to help you find your way off of it.
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