Getting into running can be a gruesome time. There will be days you feel like you can run forever, then there are days where you struggle to get off the couch. It takes a lot of hard work, dedication, and determination.

With the right training, in no time you can find your pace and maybe even enjoy running. Whether you are a hard core runner or not, there are a lot of unique races that you can participate in. It's time to make running fun, so grab some friends and register for any of these 19 awesome races.

1. The Color Run

We all know about this one by now, and we all want to run it. Whether you ran it once or five times there is no doubt it is fun every time. With the theme changing each year and numerous locations this is a run you'll want to gather up some friends and have a colorful time.

2. Walt Disney World Marathon Weekend

This is one that is on my bucket list. Whether you choose the 5k, 10k, half-marathon, or marathon, what is better than runnning through the happiest place on Earth? You get exercise all while stopping to take pictures with all sorts of Disney characters. You can even create a runner's costume that is a Disney icon!

3. Hot Chocolate Run

If you love your post-race chocolate milk, then this one is for you. Not only is it hot chocolate you get at the end of the race, but it's Ghiradelli hot chocolate. There is even other chocolate decadent desserts waiting for you at the finish line.

4. Nude Races

You ready to strip it down? That's right, let's run 3.1 miles naked! Although there isn't one company that puts on multiple races in different locations, there are lots of small, unique nude races held all over America. There is even a famous nude race in Finland.

5. Twinkie Run

If you love twinkies, this race is for you. You get to eat twinkies before, during, and after the race. It's a fun race that is held nearly every year on April Fool's Day, and the race supports ALS.

6. New York Hot Dog Challenge

If twinkies aren't your thing then why not try the hot dog challenge? Take a trip to New York City and get a taste from the city's hot dog vendors. It's a 2.5 mile run where you stop at 10 hot dog vendors to buy a hot dog! That's a lot of dogs!

7. Cupid's Undie Run

If running in your Birthday suit is a little too much for you, how about running in your underwear? Gather up some friends, lose the pants and run to help neurofibromatosis.

8. Bay To Breakers

This is known to be one of the largest footraces in the world. It's an eccentric race that allows runners to wear crazy costumes while seeing stunning San Francisco sights.

9. Gorilla Run

Want to monkey around? Then you want to sign up for this race. With your registration, you get a gorilla or banana suit (that you get to keep) and get to run to help the Mountain Gorilla Conservation Fund.

10. A Christmas Story

This run is for all Christmas lovers! You'll get to run the streets of Cleveland with fellow runners all dressed as pink bunnies, leg lamps, and ugly Christmas sweaters. Not to mention you end the race at the house where filming took place!

11. Sand Mine Challenge

Ready to move your running skills to the underground? Not only do you run, but you crawl, climb, wade, and jump through a mine. The mine is filled with sand dunes, and a large underground lake. This is a unique running environment if you want to step up your game.

12. Glow Run

Light up your night with a glow run! This is a great run to throw on a bunch of glow sticks and enjoy the summertime with friends. Enjoy the summer night and party it up with a rocking after party.

13. Rock and Roll Marathon Series

This series offers different runs for all those music lovers. Take a blast to the past and rock and roll with your friends. They even have live bands around every corner so you'll be sure to rocking it out before, during, and after your run.

14. The Ultimate Wine Run

Who doesn't love some delicious wine, or craft beer? There are tons of races offered around the world where you get some booze at the finish line. A lot of these races also give you a commemorative glass. What's better than running with some friends just to have a drink waiting for you?!

15. Dirty Dog Trail Run

Finally, a race where man's best friend is welcomed! You and your pooch can run this race on a unpaved trail where you can take in scenic Midland City Forest woods. Now you can get your pooch to train with you for the race.

16. Zombie Run

This is the ultimate run to get your adrenaline running. Choose to be either the human (who gets chased) or the zombie (who gets to chase people). This is perfect for those who love things from the walking dead to Halloween.

17. Stadium Races

Are you the ultimate sports fan? Why not run through different stadiums! All sorts of sports stadiums host runs so whether your a baseball fan or football fan, lace up your sneakers and take a run through the field.

18. Insane Inflatable 5k

This is the perfect race to be a child again and play on inflatables. All while running 3.1 miles you get to go through 11 insane inflatables. This is a great race to round up some friends and to let all your worries go.

19. Bad Prom Run

You ready to get rid of those old prom (or homecoming) dresses that are stuffed away in your closet? Well pull them out cause you're wearing it once more! Run through crazy props, classic prom music, and a huge dance party at the finish end.