When I first started cross country in high school, there was no doubt that I found it to be quite the challenge. It wasn't until a couple weeks in that I realized this sport was the one for me and it took a lot of work for me to get there. Members of the running community are often more rare mainly because what we find enjoyable, others avoid at all costs. Whether you do it for fun, with a team, or just to stay in shape, these are a few things we have all experienced as members of this community.

Stressed, angry, or happy? Run.

If you're not feeling yourself or you just need something to make you feel better, you often turn to putting in some miles. This gets your blood flowing and your mood can often turn right around!

No one understands why you love it

You are probably asked by most of your friends "why do you even like to run?" And your answer is usually dismissed because no one believes it.

Your wardrobe screams "runner"

Running shorts and shoes are filling your closet to the brim. You have little to no "cute" clothes because you are always looking sporty in your running clothes.

You know just how far a mile is.

When you go running enough, you know just how far you've traveled. Considering you have timed it out pretty well, if its been a certain amount of time, chances are you know where you should be.

For the love of the sport, keep tracking those miles and keep in touch with your athletic side!