--- title: "31 Signs That You Are Addicted to Running ..." description: "Specifically for the Females; Talking and Thinking about It; Running Shoes; Running Apparel; Sleeping Habits; More ..." url: "https://allwomenstalk.com/31-signs-that-you-are-addicted-to-running/" category: "health" last_updated: "2026-06-02" --- # 31 Signs That You Are Addicted to Running ... We all know that anyone can develop an addiction to anything. Some addictions are clearly harmful to one’s health and well-being such as drugs, alcohol, medications, and games. However, there are some addictions that are not necessarily bad. One example of this is a running addiction. Here are 31 signs that you are addicted to running. ## 1. Specifically for the Females _ Photo Credit: lululemon athletica_ You know you’re addicted to running when… • you don’t mind having your hair in a constant ponytail. • you have as many (or more) pairs of sports bras than your regular bras. ## 2. Talking and Thinking about It ![Talking and Thinking about It](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/www/2010/10/31-signs-that-you-are-addicted-to-running/talking-and-thinking-about-it_31-signs-that-you-are-addicted-to-running_500x375.jpg) Photo Credit: [mcasteel](https://www.flickr.com/photos/matthewcasteel/37711963/) You know you’re addicted to running when… • it’s all you can talk about with your family and friends. • you find yourself thinking about it all the time. ## 3. Running Shoes _ Photo Credit: DerekFleener_ You know you’re addicted to running when… • you own more pairs of running shoes than casual or formal shoes. • you know running shoe brands other than Nike, Adidas, and New Balance. • you get excited about developments in running shoe technology. • you focus more on the function rather than the style of the shoes. ## 4. Running Apparel ![Running Apparel](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/www/2010/10/31-signs-that-you-are-addicted-to-running/running-apparel_31-signs-that-you-are-addicted-to-running_500x294.jpg) Photo Credit: [Sergix](https://www.flickr.com/photos/sergix/3306206499/) You know you’re addicted to running when… • you are no longer shocked by men wearing tights. • you actually want to go shopping for new [running outfits](https://running.allwomenstalk.com/adorable-running-outfits-that-will-make-you-want-to-hit-the-pavement/). ## 5. Sleeping Habits ![Sleeping Habits](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/www/2010/10/31-signs-that-you-are-addicted-to-running/sleeping-habits_31-signs-that-you-are-addicted-to-running_500x332.jpg) Photo Credit: [louhamilton23](https://www.flickr.com/photos/louhamilton/2215389622/) You know you’re addicted to running when… • you willingly miss out on night outs to sleep early for an early run. • you don’t mind waking up early to run. ## 6. Eating Habits ![Eating Habits](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/www/2010/10/31-signs-that-you-are-addicted-to-running/eating-habits_31-signs-that-you-are-addicted-to-running_500x333.jpg) Photo Credit: [cocoip](https://www.flickr.com/photos/cocoip/2911462184/) You know you’re addicted to running when… • you are no longer afraid to load up on carbohydrates. • you eat less to lose weight to reduce the impact on your knees. • you enjoy eating more. ## 7. Running Terms _ Photo Credit: Wil Lau_ You know you’re addicted to running when… • you know and use running terms in your daily conversations. • you correct others on the correct use of the word “marathon”. ## 8. Blogs and Forums _ Photo Credit: Carina Ice_ You know you’re addicted to running when… • you subscribe to running blogs and websites. • you participate in online running discussions and forums. • you keep up with race results. ## 9. Running Partner ![Running Partner](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/www/2010/10/31-signs-that-you-are-addicted-to-running/running-partner_31-signs-that-you-are-addicted-to-running_500x341.jpg) Photo Credit: [Wowe101](https://www.flickr.com/photos/wowe101/3411794138/) You know you’re addicted to running when… • you ask your special someone to go on a running date with you. • you won’t consider dating a man or women who doesn’t run. ## 10. Run to Cure ![Run to Cure](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/www/2010/10/31-signs-that-you-are-addicted-to-running/run-to-cure_31-signs-that-you-are-addicted-to-running_500x340.jpg) Photo Credit: [She was here](https://www.flickr.com/photos/eternityink/4554631627/) You know you’re addicted to running when… • you think that running will help cure or remedy cough, colds, headache, or fever. ## 11. Running as Transportation _ Photo Credit: Mrs Roving Eye_ You know you’re addicted to running when… • you think about running to your destination. • you think getting to work all sweaty is okay as long as you’ve gotten some mileage for the day. ## 12. Keep Running ![Keep Running](https://resize.allw.mn/1028x0/filters:format(webp)/filters:quality(70)/content/www/2010/10/31-signs-that-you-are-addicted-to-running/keep-running_31-signs-that-you-are-addicted-to-running_500x333.jpg) Photo Credit: [colbs](https://www.flickr.com/photos/colbyp/4962575134/) You know you’re addicted to running when… • you don’t stop running after reaching your target mileage for the day. • you look for the exhausted, burning feeling of the muscles. • you crave the runner’s high. • you have running routes for various distances. • you know the distance from a certain place to another. • you become familiar with the runners on the streets or at fun runs. Having a running addiction is not necessarily a bad thing. It can be good when it helps you lose weight and be a healthy person. You should be careful, though, that it doesn’t become something that exhausts your body and eventually causes injuries. Running is just a part of your life; it is not your entire existence. 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