Here are a few reasons:
- Makes my whole day better.
- You get to escape your daily life no matter how great or bad it might be at the moment.
- Makes you feel strong.
- The boost in energy and mood is amazing.
- I love the community of runners.
- I love the hot, sticky feeling afterwards.
- Running is time for myself.
- It's one thing in life I can control.
- It keeps me fit.
- The passing scenery can be beautiful.
- Clears my head.
- I love pushing myself and improving myself.
- My body likes it.
- Because I love to eat.
- The confidence I've gained in my daily life is unmistakable.
- It keeps me disciplined.
- Occasionally I get to share this with my kids who run with me.
- Even the worst runs make me feel strong.
- You're surrounded by nature and sunshine.
I may not have a perfect body but it's strong and healthy and it can do awesome things by the grace of God. I hope to run until the day I die.