Why We Run!
- Oh the Places You’ll Go – This Dr. Seuss book always shoots up the bestseller list during graduation season. We’ll give it an extra plug today! Running helps you see the world!
- Time Away from Technology – Running provides one of your only chances to separate from your computer and/or cellphone.
- Inexpensive – Yeah, sneakers are pricey…but running is still the cheapest sport around!
- Anywhere, Anytime – You don’t need a fancy gym membership or any equipment.
- Bonding Opportunities - Running is a great way to make new friends and catch up with old friends.
- Total Body Workout – Most forms of exercises only work one part of the body. Running works both your arms, and legs.
- Meditative – Running offers a chance to relax and escape from your worries
- Get a burst of energy – Feeling tired? A run can reinvigorate you and cut down on fatigue.
- Beach Body – Yes, we encourage you to do core. But running will strengthen your abdominals too!
- Road races - Studies suggest that people are more committed to their exercise routiines when they have a goal.
- Turn that frown upside down - Otherwise known as the "runners high"
- Bonding time with Fido - An activity you can do with the dog!
- Pasta! - What runner doesn't enjoy carbs? We encourage yo to eat a healthy diet, but running and the caloric burn will allow you to be a little more flexible with your diet.
