35 signs that prove you are totally in love with running

Do you truly love running?

Have you ever thought about when you started seeing running not as a 'task' but as 'a part of your life'? Many runners develop their love for this sport unconsciously. American professional runner David summarized 35 signs that indicate a runner has completely fallen in love with running.

1. Missing a day of running makes you feel uncomfortable;

2. Running occupies all your time, and you are obsessed with it, becoming a 'running nerd';

3. You pursue perfect running and crave high-quality gear;

4. A decline in your running performance makes you panic, as if you've lost your soulmate;

5. You feel jealous of other runners' achievements, even if someone overtakes you during a morning run;

6. Running shoes are your favorite shoes, you own the most pairs, and you are familiar with sports brands;

7. Your favorite photos are from races, and you love to share them;

8. During holidays, your plan is to run in different places, and the first thing you do upon arriving at a vacation spot is to plan your running route;

9. No matter your mood, you rely on running;

10. Injury is your biggest enemy;

11. Your injuries are due to running, and even when injured, you insist on going out for a run;

12. You know the names of all elite runners, coaches, and bloggers; they are your inspiration;

13. Your training playlist is a work of art, and you spend a lot of time selecting the songs;

14. Whether it's a 5K or a marathon, after finishing a race, you immediately go online to check the next one;

15. The best birthday gift you want is running gear;

16. Running is the top priority in your schedule, with work, meetings, and family activities coming second;

17. Sports stores are your favorite places;

18. You enjoy morning runs and are happy to wake up early;

19. 'But I have to go running' has become your excuse;

20. You don't sleep in or party on weekends, all for the sake of running;

21. You know many runners and have become friends with them;

22. You believe running is the best therapy;

23. Even a 10-minute run is worth it;

24. You no longer worry about the weather; cold, thunderstorms, heavy rain, extreme heat, snow, and hail can't stop you;

25. You are familiar with running terminology, especially 'mile';

26. Running is the only thing that fills the gaps in your heart;

27. 'I am a running addict.'

28. You can talk endlessly with friends about running;

29. You enjoy competing with others over 'mileage';

30. You constantly post photos and locations online;

31. Running is more important than socializing;

32. You get angry when you read articles that don't appreciate running; running is sacred to you;

33. Running is your best therapy, so whenever you feel anxious, angry, sad, or in any negative state, you go for a run;

34. You are a photo-sharing expert on running social apps and don't care about how you look in the pictures;

35. You hope you can keep running and pray that you can do so even at 95 years old.

Run like you're in love: Either your body or your soul must be on the road. When I fell in love with running, I found that both my body and soul were on the road. When my body is extremely tired, my mind feels unprecedented clarity and simplicity. Many problems and difficulties can be figured out while running. Now, running for me is as essential as eating and sleeping; it has become a necessary part of my life.