Whether you're a runner and compete in marathons. If you go to watch friends or family running. If you organize charity runs. If you just want a good laugh and do not participate in 5Ks or other charity races for fun, these are the runners you have met or are destined to meet the next time you show up to a race.

1. The Winded.

We all know this one. He's the one that sounds winded, is gasping for air and you just want to give him an inhaler. He is struggling hard core but you know deep down he will make it through.

2. The Cute and Trendy.

These may be high school or college girls, that go all out for the theme of the run and never forget the cardinal rule to follow: wear a cute tutu and colorful socks.

3. The High School Cross Country/Track Star.

You know by looking at them, they have the youthful face and the body of a runner. Er, I mean the body of a winner.

4. The Mom.

This is the person who has a belt full of water and anything else you may need for a race, or if there is an apocalypse.

5. The Stroller.

This is the runner who brings their whole family and children in a stroller. Bonus points if they bring their dog to run along too.

6. The Costume Guy.

This is the guy who wears something colorful and wild. He could be dressed as a banana, you just never know.

7. The Surprise.

This is the guy who has muscles out the wazoo, he looks athletic but is not the winner. He looks the part but does not win the race.

There you have it, if you're an avid race runner there is a 100 percent chance you have seen these runners at one time or another.