It was being a runner that mattered, not how fast or how far I could run. The joy was in the act of running and in the journey, not in the destination.

I'm not saying running could solve all of the world's problems, but I think it would be a good start.

Being inspired is fine for a week, and being motivated might work for a month or so, but to make any lifestyle change last a lifetime, you need dedication.

Every day gives you an opportunity to improve. With every run, you can try to be better. Not just a better runner, but a better person.

Long Distance training can be a positive & constructive form of selfishness. After all, once you're at the starting line, you're there by yourself. No one can run a single step for you. No one can jump in & help you. No one but you can make the decisions about what to do to keep going. It's all up to you.

It isn’t a matter of getting the body you want, it’s a matter of doing the most you can with the body you have.

The only magic in our lives as runners is the magic of consistency. Not every run will make you feel great.