

Running is like listening. Everyone knows how to do it; few give it the time it deserves.
Running is genetic. 70% of U.S. elite athletes, and 75% of all Jamaicans have a key heart gene variant, known as ‘ACTN3’ that makes them good sprinters.
Running is distinguished from jogging in that runners run because they love running, while joggers jog because they love cake.
Humans are unbeatable among animals at long distance running
Soccer players run, on average, 7 miles per game. Midfielders average 9.5 miles. Referees average more miles than players.
Running is a sport where professionals spend a lot of time running in order to run for as little time as possible.
Running is best done alone If you want to clear your head, in a pack If you want to be stronger.

Running is to be measured differently depending on your goals. If you want to be faster, measure runs in minutes and seconds. If you want to be thinner, measure your runs in cheeseburgers and doughnuts.
Running is flying. When you walk, one foot is always on the ground. When you run, most of the time you are actually airborne.