You didn’t know we were racing, sir, but I just won.
Getting the road all to yourself.
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Makes getting up at 5 a.m. totally worth it.
Just beating the flashing walk signal.
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AKA the orange hand of death.
Creating the perfect playlist.
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BPMs are your friend.
When your pump-up song comes on just when you need it most.
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YES BRITNEY, I WILL WORK.
Reaching the top of a hill you didn’t realize was a hill.
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The blessed downhill.
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You’re flying!
Passing the person ahead of you on the path.
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You didn’t know we were racing, sir, but I just won.
Finding earphones that stay in place.
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Conquering the elements.
Because nothing gets in the way of your runner’s high.
That first stride when your shoes are officially broken in.
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Snug as a bug in a well-constructed running shoe.
Two words: Foam. Roller.
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The most painful massage you will never regret.
Joining a running group that shares your other interests.
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AKA beer.
Checking your time and seeing you went WAY faster than you thought.
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Checking the map and seeing you went WAY farther than you thought.
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Avoiding the deceptively deep puddle.
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Finding the themed race that was made for you.
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The Krispy Kreme Challenge is pretty much the working title for your autobiography.
Successfully pinning on your race bib without stabbing yourself.
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But actually, who thought safety pins and running mix?
Carbs on carbs with a side of carbs.
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And some protein and healthy fats, I guess.
Finding a sale on leggings.
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Looking good and staying warm ain’t cheap.
Experiencing the joys of compression wear.
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Pseudo-science or not, you feel better and that’s what matters.
That view.
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Dressing perfectly for the weather.
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The odd thrill of having a runner-specific injury.
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Yeah your knee hurts, but you have ~*~runner’s knee~*~.
And that first run after bouncing back from that injury.
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Finding a cross-training activity that isn’t boring.
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So long, elliptical!
Beasting your speed workout.
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And feeling like a magnificent warrior cheetah.
Having a straight-up epiphany in the middle of your run.
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Nothing clears the mind like a good run.
Hearing your name screamed during a race.
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Is it your best friend, or a stranger reading your bib? Who cares, you’re a rock star!
Creating your own trail mix or energy bar.
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Getting your friends into running.
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Spread the endorphins!
Achieving that elusive PR.
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And setting a new one.
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