It makes that week’s long run that more enjoyable when I know I only have to endure X number of miles on my own. Lucky for me, I have met so many running friends through RUN365 that I can just look at that weekend’s meeting place and distance and deduct that from my total mileage. There are days when I look at my training plan and just cringe at the sight of a long 20 miler. Sometimes those breaks are needed, but sometimes we just need another reason to “keep showing up.” Having a friend to run with means having an accountability partner you won’t want to let down by not showing up for your scheduled run. Even seasoned runners can fall into a rut where they just don’t feel like running. Sometimes the most difficult part is putting on your running shoes or waking up early in the morning to get in that run before work. One of the problems with working out in general is that it’s difficult to get started. Accountability, a reason to “keep showing up” Also runner friends typically know the best way to motivate you, whether it’s food bribes or words of encouragement.Ĥ. They can help you to push through those mental and physical boundaries. Are you struggling to get yourself to go farther than a certain distance? Runner friends are also great for this. There’s always a variety of pace groups (officially or unofficially) and you can choose to either cruise with your comfort pace group or you can push yourself to keep up with those speed demons. Don’t have that fast friend? Running clubs are also great for this reason. They can challenge us to go faster than we ever thought we could go. However, that’s what is so great about running with a friend. Someone to give you that extra push to go faster or that motivation to keep going when you just want to quitĪs much as I want to believe us runners LOVE running, sometimes it’s a challenge. Plus, we all love to talk about things we’re passionate about and running is no different.ģ. We like to get opinions from other runners who may have more experience or an insightful take on the subject. However to us runners, these are things that matter. How many times are you able to talk about that awkward chafing going on? How you’re trying to test out new nutrition because a certain product sits uneasy with your stomach after mile 5? Or how to avoid those mid-race port-a-potty visits? Unless you’re with another runner, those opportunities are probably very rare. Someone to nerd out with about everything running We’re all so busy with work, family obligations, travel, and other hobbies, it’s an efficient use of time for both of us! Also, for a lot of people, physical activity can help stimulate your thoughts - another reason why running is a great way to unwind from the day.Ģ. A lot of them I don’t see on a regular basis, so an excuse to combine a training run with some catch up time is perfect. I’m lucky enough to have quite a few friends now who run and enjoy a nice little tour through the city streets on a cool weeknight or beautiful weekend morning. Quality time to catch up and enjoy each others’ company Here is 6 reasons why it is better to run with friends:ġ. While I still sometimes enjoy a nice solo run, I could never have foreseen all the positive benefits of running with your friends. It was my quality time with my thoughts and a way to relieve any stress I had gathered from the day. You can learn more from her on Instagram at I originally started running it was something I kept for myself. Leana is a 2019 Biofreeze San Francisco Marathon Ambassador and avid runner.
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