Running is hard! It’s fun, it’s sweaty and there’s a lot of people that don’t ‘get’ running. And you’re probably here because you do ‘get’ running, you’re probably a runner, and you probably want to see some inspiring, real and funny quotes that will hit home with you..
Here’s 30 funny running quotes
- “I thought they said rum. Turns out they said run.”
- “My doctor told me to watch my drinking. Now I drink while running.”
- “I run because I really like food.”
- “I run because punching people is frowned upon.”
- “I’m not running away from my problems. I’m just doing intervals.”
- “Running: cheaper than therapy.”
- “I run because I can’t fly.”
- “My favorite exercise is a cross between a lunge and a crunch… I call it lunch.”
- “The only bad run is the one you didn’t bribe yourself with snacks for.”
- “I run because it makes the voices stop… mostly.”
- “I don’t run to add days to my life, I run to add life to my days… and to burn off pizza.”
- “Running: it’s a love-hate relationship. I hate every minute of it, but I love the feeling afterwards.”
- “I’m not fast, but I’m definitely not stopping.”
- “I like running… mostly because it makes me feel like I’m in a montage.”
- “I run because adulting is hard.”
- “I’m pretty sure my spirit animal is a sloth in a marathon.”
- “I run because I’m allergic to sitting still.”
- “I’m not sweating, I’m sparkling.”
- “Running is the answer. What was the question?”
- “If you see me collapse, pause my Garmin.”
- “I run. Occasionally I walk. Mostly I question my life choices.”
- “I run to burn off the crazy.”
- “I don’t always run, but when I do, I pretend I’m being chased by a bear.”
- “Running: because apparently, I like to torture myself.”
- “I run because I love to eat, and I hate to diet.”
- “I’m not a runner. I just play one on the treadmill.”
- “I run because I can outrun my problems… for a few miles, at least.”
- “I run because my inner child is a chubby 80-year-old.”
- “Running is my excuse for eating more carbs.”
- “I run because I’m too lazy to play team sports.”
Here’s an infographic of some more of my own running quotes to inspire you!
More running quotes
About Running in General
- “Running is my therapy. It’s my happy place. And sometimes, it’s my escape from reality.” – Unknown
- “I don’t run because I love it. I run because I hate getting fat.” – Unknown
- “I’m not lazy, I’m just on energy-saving mode.” – Unknown
- “I run because it’s cheaper than therapy.” – Unknown
- “I’m not running from my problems. I’m just outrunning them.” – Unknown
About the Struggle of Running
- “Running is my therapy. It’s my way of dealing with my midlife crisis… and my existential crisis.” – Unknown
- “I run because it’s my way of saying ‘screw you’ to my haters.” – Unknown
- “I’m not a runner. I’m just someone who runs… a lot.” – Unknown
- “I run because it’s cheaper than therapy, and I get to wear cool clothes. And sometimes, I even get to see nature.” – Unknown
- “Running is my way of staying sane in an insane world. And also, it’s a great way to burn off stress.” – Unknown
About the Benefits of Running
- “I don’t run to lose weight. I run to prove I can still fit into my skinny jeans.” – Unknown
- “Running is my happy place. It’s where I go to escape the world.” – Unknown
- “I don’t run to be thin. I run to be fierce.” – Unknown
- “I run because it’s my way of saying ‘I’m not afraid of anything.'” – Unknown
- “I run because it’s my way of saying ‘I’m still alive, and I’m kicking ass.'” – Unknown
About the Mental Aspect of Running
- “Running is my therapy. It’s my way of dealing with my midlife crisis… and my existential crisis.” – Unknown
- “I run because I’m addicted to endorphins.” – Unknown
- “Running is my meditation. It’s my time to clear my head and find peace.” – Unknown
- “I run because it’s my way of saying ‘I’m still alive, and I’m kicking ass.'” – Unknown
- “Running is my superpower. It makes me feel invincible.” – Unknown
About the Funny Side of Running
- “I’m not running from my problems. I’m just outrunning them… and then laughing at them.” – Unknown
- “Running is my therapy. It’s my way of dealing with my midlife crisis… and my existential crisis.” – Unknown
- “I run because it’s my way of saying ‘screw you’ to my haters.” – Unknown
- “I’m not a runner. I’m just someone who runs… a lot.” – Unknown
- “I run because it’s cheaper than therapy, and I get to wear cool clothes. And sometimes, I even get to see nature.” – Unknown
About the Struggle of Running
- “Running is my therapy. It’s my way of dealing with my midlife crisis… and my existential crisis.” – Unknown
- “I run because it’s my way of saying ‘screw you’ to my haters.” – Unknown
- “I’m not a runner. I’m just someone who runs… a lot.” – Unknown
- “I run because it’s cheaper than therapy, and I get to wear cool clothes. And sometimes, I even get to see nature.” – Unknown
- “Running is my way of staying sane in an insane world. And also, it’s a great way to burn off stress.” – Unknown
Written by Katie McDonald, Updated 15th March 2025
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