Inspirational Quotes from Famous Runners to Inspire You to Run More, Live Better, and Dream Bigger

Plus what to do when you encounter a barking dog on your run

Public domain image of Roger Bannister, source Wikimedia

I hope these quotes from famous runners inspire you as they do me. I’m printing off this image above to keep beside my laptop. I won’t set any records with my running, but I can achieve something extraordinary with my life if I believe that I can.

Bill Rodgers Quotes

Don’t feel guilty about driving somewhere nice to run. If people can drive to a park to eat hot dogs, you can drive there to run.

— Bill Rodgers

Boy running photo by Luna Lovegood from Pexels

The advice I have for beginners is the same philosophy that I have for runners of all levels of experience and ability — consistency, a sane approach, moderation and making your running an enjoyable, rather than dreaded, part of your life.

~Bill Rodgers

Wilma Rudolph Quotes

The triumph can’t be had without the struggle.

~Wilma Rudolph