Reasons to Be Grateful for Running

Reasons to Be Grateful for Running By Christine Luff Now's the time of year when many people stop and think about everything they're grateful for, such as being healthy enough to run. Read on for even more reminders about why we can be thankful for running.   12 Great Reasons to Love Running  On some days, it’s easy to get out and run, but there are times when you may need a little extra motivation. Here are some very good reasons to keep lacing up those running shoes.   READ NOW 9 Mental Benefits of Running  As an all-natural, simple, effective, and cost-efficient remedy, running is one of the best ways to effectively deal with stress, insomnia, anxiety, depression, and even addiction. Here are some of the many ways that running can improve your mental health.   READ NOW 15 Signs You're in Love With Running  How do you know if you’re already crazy about running?  See how many of these signs you can relate to.   READ NOW Fun Running Gifts for Women  If you have a woman in your life who likes to run, and also loves to have fun, check out this list of running items for some fun gift ideas.   READ NOW 3 Stretches to Stop Leg Cramps  If you're suddenly struck with a nasty, mid-run cramp in your calf, quad, or hamstring, here are some stretches to get rid of them so you can get back to running. READ NOW 5 Calorie-Blasting Treadmill Workouts  If you're planning to overindulge over the holiday weekend, try one of these fun workouts to increase your calorie burn and your motivation.   READ NOW Advertisement READ THESE NEXT Understanding Asthma Understanding Rheumatoid Arthritis Understanding Type 2 Diabetes Understanding Plaque Psoriasis Understanding Lung Cancer AN ABOUT.COM BRAND You are receiving this newsletter because you subscribed to the Running & Jogging newsletter. If you wish to unsubscribe, please click here 1500 Broadway, 6th Floor, New York, NY, 10036 © 2016 Verywell.com - All rights reserved. Privacy Policy.