Many runners struggle with running motivation, especially with motivation to keep running when tired. In these guides I’ll provide tips on how to get the motivation for running, how to get motivation back for running, how to find motivation to keep running, as well as motivational running quotes.
You know the feeling: you’re running in a half marathon or marathon and you’re getting ever closer to the finish line, and you feel like quitting or giving up. The pain is all too real and you’d rather be sat at home on your sofa in your pajamas watching Netflix. A lot can be said …
When you’ve trained for months, running a race of any distance is a huge achievement. Many runners like to use inspiring and motivational running quotes for race day to get them into the winning state of mind and across the finish line. In fact, Strava’s largest ever study on running motivation found that the finish …
Running is a great way to get fit, feel better within yourself and make long-lasting friendships with fellow runners. If you are looking to begin your running journey, you may be wondering how to start running. You may be worried that you haven’t got the right gear or that you’re not fit enough to start. …
Running challenges have become very popular over the last few years. There’s no doubt that 2020 has been a difficult year for a lot of people, including runners. So if you’re missing running events, then try some of these best running challenges and start 2021 in the best way possible. A running challenge can be …
I started my run leading journey back in November 2018 – around about the same time I started this blog. I have been a runner for over ten years now so it only felt right to share my passion for running with others. In this blog I’d like to share some tips on how to …
Many runners have a love/hate relationship with running in the morning. Some runners love it, whilst others can’t stand the thought of it. Whatever camp you fall into, there are some actionable tips to make running in the morning that much easier. We all know that running in the morning, however beneficial, is not an …
With face masks, social distancing, cancelled races and no Parkrun, it can be hard to keep your running motivation during the pandemic as we get used to the ‘new normal’. If you’re struggling to keep your running motivation during the pandemic, then take solace in the fact that you’re not alone. Many runners will tell …
Self-confidence and athletic performance are intrinsically linked. You may feel your confidence comes and goes like the wind. One week you feel on top of the world, the next you struggle to even get out of the door. You’re not alone when it comes to self-confidence and athletic performance. Even elite and professional athletes have …
Plogging is relatively new to the running and fitness community. But, what is plogging? Why should you try it? Here are the key things you need to know about this latest fitness craze. Over the last few years there has been a greater drive to fight plastic pollution. According to Our World in Data, over …
Love running? Here are some funny and motivational running quotes to keep you going. When I first started running, the internet provided me with a wealth of hilarious running memes and inspirational running quotes. I don’t know what it is about memes and quotes, but they are a bit of fun when you need that …