Bill Rodgers Running Quotes & Sayings

I believe in gradual experimentation with running shoes. — Bill Rodgers

I often lose motivation, but it's something I accept as normal. — Bill Rodgers

I believe you'll develop speed via strength work which includes hill running, either repeats, or running hilly courses as the Kenyans do on a steady basis. — Bill Rodgers

I believe in keeping running simple and, in regard to shoes, that would mean no gimmicks, unnecessary cushioning, etc. — Bill Rodgers

The marathon will humble you. But the truth is, sometimes it will do more than humble you. Sometimes it will break your heart. — Bill Rodgers

A change of pace in terms of your running pace will give you strength psychologically. — Bill Rodgers

Runners are the ultimate celebration people. Running is just so intense, you're really experiencing life to the fullest. — Bill Rodgers

The most difficult part, when you decide to make running a part of your life style, is the basic initial commitment. Everybody says, 'I don't have the time.' It's up to you to say, 'I do have the time.' For me, beginning to run when I was a student was an ideal situation. However, I've also trained as much as 130 miles per week during periods when I worked a full-time job. It ultimately becomes second nature. It becomes a habit, a routine part of your daily life — Bill Rodgers

Being a lifelong runner, knowing what running gives me, a variety of factors - that is what motivates me. — Bill Rodgers

Hills are terrific for running. — Bill Rodgers

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

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

Aiming for the marathon is a task of sorts which can include terrific highs and lows. — Bill Rodgers

Good health, peace of mind, being outdoors, camaraderie - those are all wonderful things that come to you when running. But for me, the real pull of running - the proverbial icing on the cake - has always been racing. — Bill Rodgers

Running is a very natural activity. If you get too caught up, you find yourself constantly seeking to make running something that it isn't. You should let it be what it is - a very simple activity. Running has become too complicated for many people and they wind up turning sour on the sport, or losing the focus of their direction. — Bill Rodgers

I can't even imagine what it's like to run for 5 or 6 hours. — Bill Rodgers