Running motivation is a mysterious force. It can compel you effortlessly towards your running goals. But, more often than not, it’s an elusive beast that can disappear without a moment’s notice. When that happens, you need instant running motivation and that’s what you’re about to enjoy…

40 Inspiring Running Videos

While there’s much to be said for the impact of a few inspiring words of wisdom, video is unquestionably the most powerful medium for most runners.

Put it this way, who amongst us could watch the videos below and not be moved to run?

Click the images below to play each video and you’ll discover that the path to running motivation lies in heroic achievement and even more heroic failure. Our countdown of the 40 best videos for instant running motivation begins…

40 40. Rise And Shine

Listen instead to that lone voice of dissent – the one that says you are ready, you are prepared, it’s all up to you now. So rise and shine.

39 39. Injured High School Track Star Crawls To Finish Line After Collapsing

The greatest accomplishment is not in never falling, but in rising up again.

38 38. Why We Run

To win. To give everything. To overcome. To fight the pain. To do what’s thought to be impossible.

37 37. Sport Motivation And Inspiration – Success In Your Sport

Are you ready now? For training. To be the best in your sport…Or to push your limits? Make a choice in your life. NOW

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Running & Reading (The Key To Life)

The key to life is running and reading.