You know you're a runner when...
- your first thought when you look at the weekly weather forecast is, "When can I fit in my runs?"
- you have more running clothes than regular clothes in your laundry pile.
- you use phrases like "10 mile" and "easy run" in the same breath.
- you've lost a toenail. And you tell people, "It's not that bad."
- a beautiful summer day turns overcast and you're glad because it's much better running weather.
- you smirk when non-runners ask you, "So how long is this marathon?"
- you have a drawer full of medals and other race souvenirs that you're not sure what to do with.
- you no longer make fun of fanny packs because your running belt looks very similar (although cooler) to one.
- you've used an old race T-shirt to wash your car, dust furniture, or clean something else.
- you get an invitation to a wedding and you automatically think about what race the date will conflict with.
- you have an old pair of running shoes to cut the lawn, another pair to wash the car, another pair you wear when painting, etc.
- you have dreams about showing up to a race late or not wearing any clothes.
- you're always hungry.
- you know how to take a cup of water from a water stop without choking on it or spilling it all over yourself.
- at least one of your web site usernames or email addresses has the word "run" or "runner" in it.
- you know where your illiotibial band is located.
- you no longer hate port-a-johns. In fact, there have been times when you've been very happy to see one.
- you've had your running shoes for three months and you know it's already time to replace them.
- you spend more time researching running routes than local restaurants when traveling to a new city.
- you know where exactly one mile from your front door is (in any direction).
- you know how to correctly spell and pronounce plantar fasciitis.
- you own more pairs of running socks than dress socks.
- you pack more running clothes than bathing suits when going on a beach vacation.
- you have running clothes and an extra pair of running shoes in your car, "just in case."
- your holiday wish list can be fulfilled at any running or sporting goods store.
- one of the first things people ask you when they haven't seen you in a while is, "What race are you training for now?"
- you have several drawers dedicated to running shirts.
- you get excited when the new Runner's World comes in the mail.
- your Facebook or Twitter updates frequently involve running.
- you always have your next race on the calendar.
- your runs are sometimes longer than your commute to work or school.
- you get jealous when you're driving in your car and pass runners.
- You know the location of every 7-11, public restroom, and water fountain in running distance from your home.
- you spend more money on running clothes than work or casual clothes.
- you frequently get asked, "When's your next race?"
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