The Best Funny Running Quotes to Keep You Smiling & Sane

Very few of us, if any, are paid professional runners. We run for a myriad of wonderful reasons, but, it’s quite unlikely we are being compensated for our efforts! As such, it’s smart to have a little levity and perspective with this sport we love so much. Of course, it’s great to have discipline, be serious at times, and improve. But it’s also a good idea to just enjoy running, have some fun, and keep it light, right?! With that in mind, here’s 40 funny running quotes to help you keep some light-hearted pep in your step.

Humorous Running Sayings – Our Weird Logic

We have a strange way of rationalizing our need to run (or keep running!). Some funny running captions that will help you realize you’re not alone!

It’s my soul that keeps me running. My body told me to quit a couple miles ago.
Runcrastination. Having a long list of things to do. But going for a run instead.
Running is great because you forget all of your problems because you’re too busy focusing on one problem… that your whole body hurts.
I run because somehow completely exhausting myself is the most relaxing part of my day.
Let’s wake up super early and go run really far.
Runner’s logic: I’m tired. I think I’ll go for a run.
Running late is my cardio.

> Related Topic: 26 Motivational Running Quotes to Inspire Your Best! <

Funny Running Quotes – Socially Speaking

Whether you like to running solo, or with a pack, here’s a few quotes to tickle your funny bone.

No one supports your running more than a social media friend you’ve never met.
Your pace, or mine?
I’m sorry if I don’t wave or smile back at you while running. I’m trying very hard not to die.
I like my morning run more than I like most people.

Food Inspired Running Humor

I love to run because I also love to eat. I’m sure I’m not the only one! Alas, some food related funny running captions:

I run because I love my body. And carbs. I love carbs.
A good run is like a cup of coffee. I’m much nicer after I’ve had one.
Run? I thought they said rum!
“Every pizza is a personal pizza if you’re marathon training.” – Runner’s World
This seems like a lot of work for a free banana.
If I keep running, I’ve got to come across a taco stand eventually.

Funny Marathon/Race Quotes

Racing, and especially marathons can bring out the best, and worst in us. During the race, we agonize. After the race or marathon, we gloat – and have selective amnesia about how bad we felt during the race. I guess that’s a blessing in disguise, as we’d likely never sign up for another race.

Regardless, here’s some hysterically funny race or marathon quotes:

How do you know if someone ran a marathon? Don’t worry, they’ll tell you. Jimmy Fallon
The most difficult thing about a marathon? Working into every conversation for the next year.
Race sign: You thought this seemed like a good idea four months ago.
“If you start to feel good during an ultra, don’t worry, you will get over it.” – Gene Thibeault
Any idiot can run, it takes as special kind of idiot to run a marathon.
Race sign: You are *NOT* almost there!
If found on the ground, please drag over the finish line.
If you see me running around the neighborhood with a race bib pinned on my shirt… mind your own business.
Never mess with a woman who runs 13.1 miles for fun.
If you can read this I’m not last.

Funny Running Quotes – We are a Competitive Bunch

We sometimes don’t like to admit that we’re competing with runners along our route, race or no race. These running captions are not only funny; you’ll now know you’re not alone.

If you’re on the treadmill next to me, the answer is yes, we are racing.
Remember: It’s rude to count people as you pass them. Out loud.
Whenever I see someone running faster than me, it’s safe to assume they are not going as far.
Some people don’t have the guts for distance racing. The polite term for them is sprinters.
Someone busier than you is running right now.
Our sport is your sport’s punishment.
Run like someone just called you a jogger.

Keep Our Sanity, and Levity

Not only does running help us physically, it keeps our sanity in check, too. We’re less cranky, stressed – an easier person to be around. Some of these funny jogging quotes affirm just that.

I wouldn’t say that running solves problems, but it prevents me from causing them.
Just let me run. And no one gets hurt.
I run because punching people is frowned upon.
It’s fine. I ran today.
You think I’m crazy because I run? Trust me. You’d see crazy if I didn’t run.
“You’re fine, you’re fine, you’re doing fine, this is fine.” —Courtney Dauwalter, champion ultrarunner

Please respond with any funny running quotes, jokes or thoughts that make you laugh, and keep you inspired.

Funny Running Quotes – Socially Speaking

Become a Better Runner with Advice in Your Inbox!