7 Reasons Why I Love Running

Running is so great for you for so many reasons. Most people, myself included, start running as a great way to lose weight. However, most of us get so hooked on running that even after we've lost the weight that we wanted to - we just can't give up running. But, that's a good thing! Running keeps us healthy - helps us to live a longer life - gives us more energy - and so on.

Here are the major reasons that I love running:

1. Because it gives me the energy that I need to get through my day. I live a super busy life - and I can't imagine that I could get everything done that I do if I didn't have the energy that I get from my morning run.

2. I love running because I love getting outdoors. Running gets me outside and I sometimes see things that a lot of people miss. I love being outside with nature and the feeling that I get from being out there. I also love to explore when I'm on vacation - I get to see things that I might miss otherwise.

3. Because it gives me clarity of mind. When I'm running, anything that I may have problems dealing with seems so much clearer. I can sort things out and come to a conclusion that I may not have otherwise.

4. Because it helps me to deal with things beyond my control. With the passing of a loved one - or other things that happen in life - running helps me to sort through feelings that I may be feeling. It leaves me more able to help others deal with their feelings.

5. Because it keeps me healthy. I firmly believe that running has kept me healthier throughout my life than I may have been otherwise. I know that I rarely get colds and have never really had the flu or anything like that. Running, in my opinion, has kept me from these ailments.

6. Because I like to eat! Yes, I like to eat - and I know that running has helped to keep my weight down!

7. Because I love the freedom that I feel when I run. I love the feeling that I get from being alone out on the roads. It's the freedom - and I love the "me" time that running provides me. We all need some time to ourselves - and running gives me mine.

As you can see, there are many reasons to love running. If you are a runner, I'm sure that you probably have different reasons. Please stop by The Streaking Runner for running tips, stories and product reviews. Leave a comment and tell me why you love running!

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