4 Reasons Why You Should Sign Up For Your First Running Event

STOP! Before you click away, hear me out. I know what you're thinking – "Running is the worst!". Trust me, I used to feel the same way.

Here are four reasons why you need to sign up for your first running event today (and none of that "it's good for your health" spiel).

Funny Spectator Signs

Part of what makes race day special is the crowd turnout. Spectators fill the sidelines cheering for you, giving you high fives, and holding up signs. Some of my favourite spectator signs are:

• Pain is just a French word for bread 🍞
• I'm just trying to cross the street
• Remember, you paid to do this... (I remember seeing this four hours into my marathon 🤣. Touché good sir, touché...)

Unforgettable Race Day Atmosphere

Imagine this: you’re at the starting line, feeling the buzz of anticipation all around you. The air is filled with excitement as the DJ spins the music. You feel the camaraderie as you exchange fist bumps. Your carefully curated running playlist starts and you take off feeling exhilarated.

Discover Your Inner Strength

Imagine pushing forward even when your body is telling you to stop, surpassing what you thought was your limit, and then crossing that finish line.

A race challenges you physically and mentally, leaving you with a sense of growth and achievement.

Easiest Way To Start Running

The easiest way to start running is to sign up for your first race. As the race day approaches, you'll find the motivation to run, even on days when you don't feel like running.

Just Do It

From the exhilarating race day atmosphere, and funny signs, to the amazing sense of achievement, running a race makes you feel alive. So take that leap, challenge yourself, and discover the joy of running 👊.

Once you finish your first race, you and your friends will have had so much fun that you'll be excited to sign up for the next one.

You can check out RunGuides for local races in your area. For Toronto locals, I'd recommend Sportinglife 10K or Toronto Waterfront Marathon (5K).

Join me on a journey to redesign life, one step at a time! 👊