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5 Reasons Runners Make Better Lovers

02/13/2015 by Deborah Brooks

I’m having a little fun with the Friday Five today with a “tongue & cheek” Valentine’s Post. We all know how great running is for your physical and mental health so I am giving you a few more reasons running can improve your love life.

Runners, Lovers, Valentine's Day

 

1. We like to get our Heart Rate up-    

Runners will use any excuse to get their Heart Rates up and often have our Heart Rate Monitors/Watches on all day long. It’s probably super easy to convince us to get a little extra cardio & a healthy glow.

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2. We like to mix it up-

Sometimes we like to go long and slow and sometimes we like short and fast.

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3. We don’t mind who finishes first

Who am I kidding? Yes we do!

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4. We always have some Body Glide lying around

Enough said on that one!

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5. Flowers who needs them?

What really makes our hearts skip a beat is the thought of carbs, new shoes and race entries.

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I crowd sourced this with my  MRTT mamas & want to thank them for all of their help and amusing takes on the subject.

Happy Valentine’s Day Everyone! Hope your day is full of PR’s (and chocolate)

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Have anything to add to my list? Any big Valentine’s Plans?

Linking up with Courtney, Mar & Cynthia and Nicole

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Meet Deborah

Hi I'm Deborah! I spend my days successfully raising a husband & 2 teens in the VA/DC area. I am a lover of all things running & fitness. As a life long vegetarian, I've always been passionate about healthy living & exercise. Looking for partners in crime, I started my own chapter of Moms Run This Town (MRTT) which has grown to over 700 members. I've met so many amazing women who inspire me daily to keep moving forward. You can usually find me running with my crew and training for the next crazy adventure they talked me into. I love to keep up to date on new running & fitness trends. I definitely choose my running gear based on color and love to express my fashion sense while exercising.

Comments

  1. Bradley says

    02/13/2015 at 12:10 am

    You’re HUH-larious! Thank you for sharing this – made me smile! 🙂
    Bradley recently posted…Travel. Run.My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 8:02 am

      So glad! Thanks for stopping by and hope you get your heart rate up this weekend 🙂

  2. Jennifer says

    02/13/2015 at 3:46 am

    Haha…fun cheeky post. Loving the shoe heart.
    Jennifer recently posted…Friday Five – Favorite Things at the Moment IIIMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 8:02 am

      Thanks!

  3. Mary Beth Jackson says

    02/13/2015 at 6:24 am

    super cute! I am still smiling thinking about the who finishes first line! I hope you have a great weekend!
    Mary Beth Jackson recently posted…Happy Heart Day! from me to you!My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 8:03 am

      Thanks! Happy Valentine’s Day!

  4. Julie @ Running in a Skirt says

    02/13/2015 at 7:12 am

    haha! So much fun! I love it!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 8:06 am

      Thanks! Have a great V-Day

  5. Jennifer @ Running on Lentils says

    02/13/2015 at 7:22 am

    LOL!!!!! Loved this! Thanks so much for the smiles! Have a great weekend!
    Jennifer @ Running on Lentils recently posted…Five Things I Love: Animal EditionMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 8:06 am

      Thanks! Happy heart day hope you get your heart rate up this weekend 🙂

  6. Susie @ SuzLyfe says

    02/13/2015 at 7:24 am

    Love. Also–many people see underwear as optional 😉 (I’m not one of them, but I’m just saying)
    Susie @ SuzLyfe recently posted…Like a [Suz] : Take the Leap to Self Acceptance (prAna and Sweat Pink)My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 8:08 am

      Yeah sometimes you gotta go commando!

      • roberta says

        03/09/2016 at 7:47 am

        I used to go commando-now I need a diaper!
        and sorry, but the phrase is tongue in cheek

  7. Tara @ Running 'N' Reading says

    02/13/2015 at 7:52 am

    This is so great, Deborah!! Oh, we definitely care who finishes first at my house, but it’s all in good fun (mostly – ha!). Don’t you think we’re the easiest people to buy for, too? I told Courtney that I’m always telling my husband he should be so thankful I’m a runner; endless gift-giving possibilities! Thanks so much for a great post; hope you have a wonderful Valentine’s Day weekend!
    Tara @ Running ‘N’ Reading recently posted…All About LoveMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 8:11 am

      Yes endless possibilities for sure! Happy V Day to you too!

  8. Aimee says

    02/13/2015 at 8:22 am

    Haha! Yes, we certainly do like to get our heart rates up! My husband always refers to me as his “cardio.” LOL!
    Aimee recently posted…FAQ Friday: What Qualities Do You Look for in Running Apparel? (Apparel Giveaway)My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 8:24 am

      Nice! Have fun this weekend 🙂

  9. AJ @ NutriFitMama says

    02/13/2015 at 9:16 am

    LOL love your posts! I love getting my HR up especially when I am wearing my monitor!!
    AJ @ NutriFitMama recently posted…Thinking Out Loud and Chocolate Drunken StrawberriesMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 12:59 pm

      Hey if you are going to do it at least make it count!

  10. Melanie Smith says

    02/13/2015 at 9:21 am

    OH MY GOSH! This post is LEGEND!!! 🙂 🙂 🙂 🙂 This had me cracking up! I love this idea and but actually with the race fee… that is all I asked for for my birthday…

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 1:03 pm

      Thanks! And thanks for stopping by today-hope you get what you are looking for this weekend 🙂

  11. Lara @ Uptite Mamas says

    02/13/2015 at 9:30 am

    HYSTERICAL!! Love this so much. This is on my top five things I love!
    Lara @ Uptite Mamas recently posted…Friday Five – All About LoveMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 1:04 pm

      Ah thanks! Hope you have an exciting Valentine’s Day 🙂

  12. Lara @ Uptite Mamas says

    02/13/2015 at 9:30 am

    HYSTERICAL!! Love this so much. This just made it to my top five things I love!
    Lara @ Uptite Mamas recently posted…Friday Five – All About LoveMy Profile

  13. Sarah @ Sarah's on the Run says

    02/13/2015 at 9:35 am

    ha! I love this. Totally sharing with my husband!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 1:07 pm

      Thanks! Hope you two have a fabulous Valentine’s Day

  14. Nicole @ Fitful Focus says

    02/13/2015 at 9:47 am

    hahahaha! this is so much fun! thanks for the smile 🙂
    Nicole @ Fitful Focus recently posted…Fit & Fashionable Friday – Valentine’s Day FashionMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 1:11 pm

      Thanks! Hope you have a great Valentine’s Day!

  15. Larisa @0to26point2 says

    02/13/2015 at 9:56 am

    HAHAHAHAHA! LOVE THIS!!!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 1:11 pm

      Thanks Happy Valentine’s Day 🙂

  16. Elizabeth says

    02/13/2015 at 10:37 am

    HA! This made me laugh, so funny! I lost it at body glide!
    Elizabeth recently posted…Friday Five: Things I Love!My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 1:11 pm

      You never know when you might need it! 🙂

  17. Mary Long says

    02/13/2015 at 10:43 am

    This is hysterical! Especially #3 – LOL
    Mary Long recently posted…So You Want To Be a Yogi -Tips For BeginnersMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 1:14 pm

      Thanks! Hope you have a fabulous Valentine’s Day!

  18. Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes says

    02/13/2015 at 11:21 am

    Haha, funny post…some good ones in there!
    Sue @ This Mama Runs for Cupcakes recently posted…Friday Five: 5 Things I’m Loving Lately!My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 1:16 pm

      Thanks! Happy V-Day

  19. Annmarie says

    02/13/2015 at 1:50 pm

    Hahaha! I LOVE this! Too funny <3
    Annmarie recently posted…Foodie Friday: Chocolate Covered Strawberry Haze Frozen ParfaitMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 5:36 pm

      Thanks!Happy Valentine’s Day!

  20. Jess @hellotofit says

    02/13/2015 at 2:09 pm

    Enjoyed reading this fun post 🙂 I second getting that HR up!
    Jess @hellotofit recently posted…Foods of Thailand: watch out for the heat!My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 5:38 pm

      Ah thanks! Hope you have a fab Valentine’s!

  21. RFC says

    02/13/2015 at 2:34 pm

    Haha this is adorable! I laughed out loud at #3!
    RFC recently posted…California Dreaming – and Racing – Giveaway!My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 5:39 pm

      Lol hope you have a fast paced Valentine’s Day 🙂

  22. Debbie @ Deb Runs says

    02/13/2015 at 2:38 pm

    I loved this – so cute!
    Debbie @ Deb Runs recently posted…Five Things I Love About My Favorite RunnerMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 5:42 pm

      Thanks! Hope you heart rate monitor works double time this weekend 🙂

  23. Sara @ Lake Shore Runner says

    02/13/2015 at 2:41 pm

    This is absolutely amazing! Sharing it tomorrow on my link love post. Happy Friday!!
    Sara @ Lake Shore Runner recently posted…Friday Five Favorites: What I am Loving LatelyMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 5:43 pm

      Oh thanks friend! Hope you have a fast paced Valentine’s Day!

  24. Diatta @ Femme Fitale Fit Club says

    02/13/2015 at 2:58 pm

    LOL this was hilarious!!! Thank you for a Friday afternoon giggle.
    Diatta @ Femme Fitale Fit Club recently posted…#FitnessFriday – AdjustmentsMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 5:45 pm

      Glad you liked it! Keep that heart rate up this weekend friend!

  25. HoHo Runs says

    02/13/2015 at 5:26 pm

    Love your take on this! Because we pace ourselves…
    HoHo Runs recently posted…Disney Valentine (Friday Five)My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 5:46 pm

      Some of us are better at that than others!

  26. Natalie says

    02/13/2015 at 7:51 pm

    So funny!! I needed a good laugh today! – Loving the “we need to mix it up!”
    And yes, I will take running clothes over flowers and candy any day!
    I can’t wait to show this to J 🙂

    Happy weekend!! xx
    Natalie recently posted…Friday Favorites!My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 8:36 pm

      Hope you have a fab and exciting Valentine’s Day!

  27. Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home says

    02/13/2015 at 7:55 pm

    This is awesome!!! Put a huge smile on my face!
    Wendy@Taking the Long Way Home recently posted…L-O-V-EMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 8:38 pm

      Oh good! I think you need one. Hope you have a hot sweaty Valentine’s

  28. Meranda@Fairytalesandfitness says

    02/13/2015 at 7:59 pm

    This is too cute! So clever Deborah! I agree totally with #5.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/13/2015 at 8:39 pm

      Thanks! Hope you get just what you are looking for on Valentine’s Day!

  29. Sharon says

    02/13/2015 at 8:53 pm

    LOL funny post! Thanks for the smiles! 🙂
    Sharon recently posted…PrAna Gear Review and Discount CodeMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/14/2015 at 9:54 am

      Thanks! Happy Valentine’s Day!

  30. Sharon @ Mommy Runs It says

    02/13/2015 at 9:33 pm

    blushing & laughing 🙂
    Sharon @ Mommy Runs It recently posted…Catching Up with My DadMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/14/2015 at 9:55 am

      Ha ha hope you have a fabulous Valentine’s Day!

  31. Kristen says

    02/13/2015 at 9:58 pm

    Haha I love this! Especially the carb loading chocolate one 🙂
    Kristen recently posted…Friday Five: My 5 ValentinesMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/14/2015 at 9:58 am

      Thanks! Hope you have an exciting Valentines

  32. Tina Muir says

    02/14/2015 at 7:46 am

    hahahah this is awesome! Great points, I do like carbs and new shoes 😉
    Tina Muir recently posted…10 Reasons Why You Should Listen to PodcastsMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/14/2015 at 10:01 am

      Who doesn’t?! Enjoy your Valentine’s 🙂

  33. Kathryn @ Dancing to Running says

    02/14/2015 at 9:46 am

    Yes, forget the flowers. Get me a race entry instead! 🙂

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/14/2015 at 10:01 am

      Yes absolutely!

  34. Coco says

    02/14/2015 at 4:38 pm

    These are so funny! I love “your pace or mine”.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/15/2015 at 3:49 pm

      Thanks! Hope you had a great Valentine’s Day!

  35. Kelli says

    02/14/2015 at 7:23 pm

    I ate them all. I love it! I may have done that before.

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/15/2015 at 3:49 pm

      Totally! who hasn’t?!

  36. Cailee says

    02/14/2015 at 9:46 pm

    Yay for running!! Way to be!! :)Happy Valentines day!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/15/2015 at 3:49 pm

      Happy V day to you too!

  37. Salt says

    02/15/2015 at 9:50 am

    HAHAHA hysterical!!! Love this and perfect for Valentine’s Day. 🙂
    Salt recently posted…NJ Marathon Training Week 7 RecapMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/15/2015 at 3:50 pm

      Thanks! Hope you had a fast paced Valentine’s Day 🙂

  38. Akaleistar says

    02/15/2015 at 1:11 pm

    Hope you had a wonderful Valentine’s Day!
    Akaleistar recently posted…Happy. Pretty. Sweet.My Profile

  39. Emily @ Whatever Floats Your Oats says

    02/15/2015 at 5:51 pm

    What a great list! Hope you had a great Valentine’s Day!
    Emily @ Whatever Floats Your Oats recently posted…Happy Belated Valentine’s Day and Shine Athletica!My Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/15/2015 at 9:23 pm

      Thanks! Hope you did too!

  40. Whitney @ French Fry Runner says

    02/15/2015 at 9:06 pm

    This is the best! 😉 Hope you’re having a great weekend!
    Whitney @ French Fry Runner recently posted…5 Things I Love about YogaMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/15/2015 at 9:25 pm

      I did! Thanks hope you got your heart rate up this weekend 🙂

  41. Jess@Flying Feet in Faith says

    02/15/2015 at 9:52 pm

    Ha! This is great! I’m always telling my hubby he should be glad he married a marathoner 😉 he agrees.
    Jess@Flying Feet in Faith recently posted…Green Valley Road Race ReviewMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/16/2015 at 8:04 am

      Thanks! Hope you both had a great Valentine’s Day!

  42. Stephanie (@FitMomTraining) says

    02/16/2015 at 9:17 am

    LOLOL! It’s funny because it’s ALL SO TRUE!
    Stephanie (@FitMomTraining) recently posted…Mayhem Monday: Admitting to my UnPinteresty LifeMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/16/2015 at 10:21 am

      Totally! Hope you got your heart rate up this weekend 🙂

  43. Megan @ outlawontherun says

    02/16/2015 at 10:54 am

    Haha! LOVE this list. I would totally appreciate new workout clothes in lieu of flowers.
    Megan @ outlawontherun recently posted…5 Things I Love About CookingMy Profile

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/16/2015 at 1:35 pm

      oh yea absolutely!

  44. Amanda says

    02/17/2015 at 5:52 pm

    Love number 5! It’s so true! I got a nice mountain bike ride with my hubby and that’s how we celebrated. Nothing fancy but oh so enjoyable! Cute post!

    • Deborah Brooks says

      02/17/2015 at 6:34 pm

      Thanks! Glad you had a nice Valentine’s Day and got your heart rate up!!

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Successfully raising a husband & 2 teens in the VA/DC area. I am a lover of all things running & fitness. As a life long vegetarian, I’ve always been passionate about healthy living & exercise. Looking for partners in crime, I started my own chapter of Moms Run This Town (MRTT) which has grown to over 700 members. I’ve met so many amazing women who inspire me daily to keep moving forward. You can usually find me running with my crew and training for the next crazy adventure they talked me into.
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